August 15, 2020
We are reaching out to ask you for support with COVID-19 Tribal Prevention & Solidarity. See the message below from Earth-Feather Sovereign, who many of us have had the honor of hearing speak at our February LRR Gathering.
Earth-Feather Sovereign (her/she pronouns) is a member of a Tribe located in the State of Washington (Northern and southern Okanogan “n. sjilx”, San-Poil band “n.selixtcl’n”, and Nespelem "snpʕwílx" bands). Sovereign's Father is Ernest Clark, his parents are Chester Clark and Cecilia Covington-Clark. Sovereign's Mother is Deanna Marcellay, her parents are Gabe Morris Marcellay and Hazel Williams. Sovereign is a descendant of Chiefs and Matriarchs, including Que-Petsa of the snpʕwílx People.
Message from Earth-Feather: Right now my people, as most Washington State Tribes are being severely impacted by COVID-19 with little to no resources. This is where community response comes in to place. Your solidarity is needed to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Here is a List of Donation Items NEEDED. Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Washington is a non-profit with Washington State and will set up a Donation Tent at Heritage Park 08/16/2020 between 4pm & 9pm to collect Donations during People's Assembly: Voices United for Black Lives event.
Okanagan County has 838 cases of COVID-19. 238 reported in the past 2 weeks, with 9 deaths.
Ferry County has reported 22 cases of COVID-19.
There are currently 60 cases on the Colville Reservation that are in quarantine.
Omak - 39
Nespelem - 12
Keller- 1
Inchelium - 8
COVID-19 test waiting list - 21
* Number are rising daily.
CALL TO ACTION! Supplies Needed:
Thermometers
Masks (N95, fabric, reusable)
Mask reusable filters
Face shields
Surgical gowns
Shoe covers
Hand gloves (latex & non-latex)
Rubbing alcohol
Hand sanitizer
Antibacterial soap
Disinfectant cleaners
Disinfectant wipes
Disinfectant sprays
Shampoo & Conditioner
Body wash
Tooth brushes
Toothpaste
Laundry detergent
Bleach
Dryer static balls
Reusable cloth feminine menstrual pads
Reusable menstrual cups
Baby products; formula, shampoo, lotion, oil, wipes, diapers disposable & cloth (all sizes)
Adult diapers
Humidifiers
Tylenol
Acetaminophen
Naproxen
Vitamins
Pedialyte
Kleenex
Toilet paper
Trash bags
Sponges
Paper towels
Back to school supplies:
Paper
Pencils
Pens
Crayons
Glue
Erasers
Rulers
Colored pencils
Markers
USB
headphones with mic
Chromebooks
Gift cards; safeway, walmart, amazon
FOOD:
Flour
Baking powder
Salt
Sugar
Honey
Shortening
Rice
Pinto beans
Macaroni noodles
Canned milk
Canned Chicken
Canned Tuna
Canned Soups
Canned Chili beans
Canned Spam
Canned Corn beef hash
Canned vegetables
Canned fruit
Spaghetti sauce
Alfredo sauce
Pasta noodles
Ramen Noodles
Cup of Noodles
Maccoroni & Cheese
Peanut butter
Jelly
Crackers
Rice cakes
Cereal
Instant Oatmeal
Trail mix
Granola bars
Fruit snacks
Jerky
Tea
Coffee
Gatorade
Juice, bottled, canned, powdered
Boxed milk
Bottled Water
Dog food
Cat food
Olympia WA Drop Off Location:
Alli- Lisa G.
1126 Marion Street NE
(Email before coming to set up day & time)
Earth-Feather Sovereign
earthfeathersovereign@gmail.com
Mail items to: (ask by email for address)
Send Money Donations to:
paypal.me/MMIWWashington
Thank you so much for your support!
We are almost halfway to our goal for the MMIWW Blanket Project! This is awesome, and we thank everyone who has donated and reached out to friends and family to raise funds for this project.
We still have a little ways to go, and need your help to get there.
Here's how you can help:
1. If you haven't already (or you are able to give a little more), donate at https://www.gofundme.com/f/mmiwwblanket
2. Share on your social media sites by visiting the fundraiser site, https://www.gofundme.com/f/mmiwwblanket, click on "Share" and follow the instructions.
3. Email your friends and family directly to ask for donations. Copy and paste the following into an email to quickly share with your networks. Make sure to change your name at the bottom, and feel free to personalize with why this issue is important to you:
Hello friends and family,
Please join me and Learning Right Relations in solidarity with Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Washington by supporting the MMIWW Blanket Project. Nationally, the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Men, Women, Children and Two-Spirits is wide-spread. Homicide is the third leading cause of death for Native Americans 10-24 years old.
MMIWW advocates and provides support service for survivors and families of Indigenous people who have gone missing and/or been murdered. Follow them on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/MMIWWashington/.
"Traditionally, Native American gift giving in a sacred manner has always been part of our culture. Giving and receiving a blanket is one of the highest forms of respect in honoring someone. MMIWW would like to give away blankets with our logo on to survivors, families, and community members. Helping to bless others by giving and honoring, will be a blessing for you, your families, and your organizations."
Earth - Feather Sovereign Director/Founder, MMIWW
Please join us by donating an amount that is meaningful to you at https://www.gofundme.com/f/mmiwwblanket, share on your social media networks and feel free to pass this email on to others.
Thank you!
Sincerely,
your name