The Pine Ridge and Cheyenne River Reservations in South Dakota are part of a larger territory established for the Lakota in 1868 by the United States government and later parceled out to non-Native homesteaders and broken up into smaller tribal reservations. Today, Pine Ridge Reservation is home to about 40,000 Native Americans and Cheyenne Reservation about 20,000. According to the US Census Bureau, the reservations lie within the poorest counties in the United States.

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ONE SPIRIT OKINI LIST

PANTRY ITEMS ARE: Flour, sugar, salt, pancake mix, bread mix, spices, peanut butter, jelly, milk (dried/canned), potatoes, rice, eggs (dried), etc... Please send new and/or clean (like new) clothing. No stains, rips, tattered fabric, worn out shoe soles. *NO WEAPONS*

URGENT NEEDS!

The ALLEN YOUTH CENTER is asking for holiday gifts for approximately 200 children of all ages.

Items can be sent directly to: One Spirit, 77 Long Distance Blvd., Kyle, SD 57752.

Contact is Deborah Holcomb at dholcomb@nativeprogress.org if you have any questions.

Items requested are: toddler toys, basketballs, footballs, dolls, stuffed toys, tablets, books for all age groups, puzzles, board games, art supplies, hats, gloves, socks, RC Cars, toys for all age groups, hot cocoa and candy to hand out to all of the children.

Also, the ROSEBUD SOUP KITCHEN is in need of items for their community. They serve approximately 200 folks on a daily basis.

They have 15-18 babies under 3, 40 children age 3-10, 50 children 10-15 and 100 elders.

Items requested are toys for the babies, basketballs, dolls, stuffed toys, action figures, footballs, RC cars, batteries, toys, board games, puzzles, art kits, purses for the teen girls, hats, gloves, socks for the teens. Candy and treats to give to the children. Candles, hats, throws, socks and gloves to hand out to the elders.

They are also asking for tea, coffee, sugar-free hot cocoa, any types of non-sugar sweetener, creamer and snacks to serve at the soup kitchen.

Please send items to:
Marian and Bill Sorace
28584 BIA 9
PO Box 574
Rosebud, SD 57570
Phone contact: 605-828-5013 (Marian)

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We are beginning to gather up suggestions and ideas on good deals from our donors. Please list your best and most exciting ideas and suppliers and we'll put together a list and keep it here. This listing is not an endorsement of any particular retailer, merely a means of passing on shopping deals.

From Valerie: Lands End has insulated winter boots on sale 50% off right now. This is also a good time to get flannel sheets or pajamas with holiday or winter prints on sale.

From Casey Tuesday, December 29, 2020 five below website has plush sherpa blankets for $5

Down coats: LandsEnd.com - with sales and coupons, they are 50-60% off right now. Smaller adult sizes suitable for kids go on incredible clearance. They have plus sizes as well!

Good markdown blankets (down alternative, plush polyester fleece): overstock.com, Macy's, other department stores. Note that not all will ship to PO boxes. From Cynthia

From Marilyn: Brad’s Deals website has great deals on all types of clothing, shoes and household items. Join free for newsletter and receive daily notices of ever changing deals. Prices cannot be beat!

From Julie-Anne: Brandless - $9 for a box of diapers, with $6 over $39 I like to go on Ebay- sometimes I bid and sometimes I use the Buy It Now option. Shipping is free a lot of times. Check out the Search Engine and type in “Lot of ____” clothes, tools, whatever for some great finds!

From Holly Kailani Check out www.wish.com shoes and boots are about 1/4 regular price.

From Kate Schmid For light source that is battery free and reuseable, the Luci lights that can be either ordered or purchased on the internet or Bass Pro, is a great source of bright lighting. It has a solar panel that can charge during the day even a cloudy one, and can be blown up and used as a lantern. Price ranges from $14-$20 depending and I have seen that they carry them at Walmart also.

Check out five below website they have warm blankets for five dollars no matter how big the order shipping is five dollars

From Rachel The clothing company called Justice sells clothing for plus-sized girls. I use them sometimes for the rez kids' orders. https://www.shopjustice.com/

Zulily has great deals on women's winter coats. I found two that originally retailed for over $200. One was marked down to $49 and the other was $69.

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ORGANIZATIONS -- If you can help these organizations, please get in touch!
Organization City Needs Contact
ALLEN YOUTH CENTER ALLEN The Allen Youth Center needs diapers, shampoo, body soap, laundry soap, and lotion. Blankets have been also requested by some families. To provide financial support for programs provided by the Allen Youth Center, please donate through the One Spirit website -- https://www.onespiritlakota.org/. The center cannot process your cash donation or buy shoes for the children.

PAYPAL VOUCHER PROGRAM

A twenty-dollar cash donation can help Lakota food box recipients purchase a variety of household supplies that many desperately need. In March, One Spirit will give each food box recipient the $20 voucher to use at Buche Supermarket. The owner has given OS a great price on the items.The voucher can only be used on the selected items that are placed on a shelf in the store.

The items are dish soap, toothpaste, toilet paper, shampoo, bodywash, deodorant, comb, toothbrush,and women's sanitary supplies and can be mixed and matched depending on individual's needs. The voucher can not be used for anything else in the store.

Please help us supply the Lakota with some of the most requested items on the Okini List, by clicking on the paypal button.

If you are interested in sending a donation to families listed below, please contact us! Select a family from the list (click your choice) and let us know what you would like to do.

No Date Family M/F Age Needs Comments Clothing sizes Items donated SELECT
1 3/30/2023 Family
CHASTITY
Mobile 		F 50 Clothing items for the children, hygiene, articles, pantry food and cleaning supplies. d(dish soap, laundry detergent,`bar soap, shampoo and conditioner. This single grandmother and . parent is raising her children, grandchildren and niece alone. She was laid off from her job and her unemployment has run out. She is very good at budgeting her money, but there isn't enough. Donations will be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
2 3/30/2023 Granddaughter F 11 In need of shirts,leggings, panties and bras, sneakers and socks. This little girl is being raised by her grandmother. Her mother is unable to care for her and her father passed away. She is in the 5th grade and loves vollyball, painting, drawing and the colors pink and purple Shirts and leggings 14/16 (shoe size 7 youth)
3 3/30/2023 Granddaughter F 5 In need of shirts, leggings, hoodie underwear, socks She is a girly girl and loves the color pink and barbie dolls girls clothing 7/8 sneakers 13
4 3/30/2023 Grandson M 8 In need of basket ball shorts, t Shirts, socks, Boxers and sneakers and socks basketball shorts & t shirts 10/12 shoes 5 1/2
5 3/30/2023 Grandson M 3 In need of basketball shorts, t shirts, sneakers and a hoodie He is the typical little boys who loves to plays with cars and trucks and loves to wear basketball shorts. sweatpants 5T Shoes 10
6 3/30/2023 Granddaughter F 11 School clothes - leggings, t shirts, panties, hoodie underwear, socks She is in the fifth grade and her favorite colors are pink and purple. She loves to read, paint and do crossword puzzles Shirt size- Med. Pants size-14/16 or juniors 7/9
7 3/30/2023 Niece F 16 In need of T ts, sports bras, skinny jeans, pantiesand socks. This teenage girl just returned to live with her aunt and family. She came with very little. She loves to readd romance and teen novels. ADULT SIZES: sports bra XL, shirts XL, underwear size 6, socks (shoe size 7) socks
8 3/30/2023 Daughter F 13 In need of sports bras, panties and socks She is a 7th grader and she loves to draw....Would also love some, markers, colored pencils and paper socks (shoe size 7), underwear size 5, sports bra size 36/38 socks, size 5 underwear, 6prs.
9 3/29/2023 Family
MERLE
Mobile 		M 63 joggers, hoodie, T shirts, socks, boxers slipper Warm lap blanket He is going thru Dialysis and has lost alot of weight. He is in need of clothing as what he has is way too big and is falling off him...He is 6'1" . Part of one foot has been amputed so he needs slippers joggers 30 inch waist, T shirts and hoodie med. Slippers 11 1/2
10 3/26/2023 Family
DEIDRA
Mobile 		F Clothing for children, hygiene articles and pantry food always appreciated. this family has been struggling - trying to find work - but jobs are hard to find on the rez. She said her children have grown alot and the kids have very little that fits.
11 3/25/2023 Son M 2 Needs everything - joggers, t shirts, hoodie, briefs, sneakers and sock He is doing great as a big brother - and he said he is happy he is no longer he baby but a big boy. Clothing 5 T shoes 9 3/25 jogging set promised
12 3/24/2023 Son M 1 All clothing, sneakers and socks He is 12 months old. His Mom says he is tall and the skinny one. clothes 18 months sneakers 7
13 3/24/2023 Son M 7 joggers, t shirts, hoodie, sneakers and socks He is in real need of clothing - he has grown out of everything. He is in second grade. shirts & hoodie 12 joggers 12 sneakers and socks
14 3/24/2023 Son M 12 t shirts, joggers, socks, sneakers and a hoodie He is very tall for his age 5'8" - he is a big boy He will be in the 6th grade this year. He loves to play basketball clothing 2X Sneakers 11 WIDE Hoodie 2X
15 3/25/2023 Family
CHARLENE
Mobile 		F 46 toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo, conditioner, laundry & dish soap, toothpaste, tooth brushes, body wash and lotion, household cleaning supplies and size 6 diapers and wipes. Would love some pantry goods/ This single mother is raising her four children with only food stamps. She would greatly appreciate some basic items for her family. Everything she basically asked for cannot be bought with food stamps. She would really appreciate it if someone could help her. promised -- hygiene and pantry items 3/25
16 3/24/2023 Family
LYNELLE
Mobile 		F 46 Pantry food, hygiene articles and clothing for the children This single mother and her children live with limited income for family and are requesting help to get thru winter months. The winter has been cold at times, run short of food and mom worries.
17 3/25/2023 Daughter F 6 dresses - leggings, t shirts, hoodie, pretty shoes and socks She is a girly girl who is in kindergarten....She loves to look pretty and would also love some hair things for her hair.... She would love a sponsor Clothes size- 6X Shoes 12 promised For 6 year old girl: Marie Nicole: size 7 smocked top and bottom outfit, 4 hair bows to go w/ outfits, size 7 dresses (x3), size 7 ruffle top and bottom outfit (x3), size 6 outift, size 8 outfit
18 3/24/2023 Daughter F 11 skinny jeans, t shirts, panties, sports bras, hood She is a 5th grader and likes science and math. She loves to draw and do crafts. Her favorite color is blue She would love a sponsor too jeans size 12 Shoes size 5 Y Underware 12 T shirts and hoodie 14
19 3/24/2023 Son M 9 Jeans, T shirts, hi tops, boxers and a hoodie He is a 4th grader who loves science and likes to build things.....His Mom says he is all boy and he would love a sponsor shoe size 5 size size 12 jeans T shirts 12/14
20 3/21/2023 Family
ANNIE
Mobile 		F 53 Dog food for med dogs.... chicken feed & rabbit food pantry food is always welcomed Clothes for son This mother and adult daughter live in the country and are struggling. they would really appreciate a helping hand. They have very little and often run out if everything. They try to be self sufficient on their mini farm but have a hard time . She helps stray dogs and someone dumped a liter of 3 or 4 month puppies in rough shape at her home.....She is trying her best but they are so hungry she is running out of food. She was telling me how she feels so bad when people don't care for their animals. she tries very hard to find homes for them. Her son is coming back to rez - and he does not have suitable clothes for the farm - his mom would really love if someone could help him - he has very little. Mens sweats and hoodie size large hi tops 12 Peanut butter, oatmeal, spam, canned chicken, pinto beans. Direct from Walmart.
21 3/15/2023 Family
DAVID
Mobile 		M 51 Hi tops, socks, boxers, hoodie, T shirts, jeans, This single man is trying hard to keep things going - He is looking for work but helps anyone he can if they have a problem with their car. He lives next to his elderly mother and is always there to help. He wants to say anything is done for him he really appreciates it. jeans 40/32 T shirts 3X hoodie 3X sneakers 11 Air bed, queen pillows, queen comforter/pillowcase set
22 3/13/2023 Family
LLOYD
Mobile 		M Dog Food for a police dog, large cowdogs (3) He lives alone in the country and has raised his dogs since they were little. He said he trust them and they trust him, He received dog food from the last time he was on Okini - but a neighbor begged him to share it with him as his dogs were hungary. Lloyd being lloyd did - and now he is out. Could someone please help him again. jeans 36/30 T shirts 3x Hoodie 3 X Constructions boots 10 1/2 30 lb. bag dog food and 10 lb. box of biscuits
23 3/13/2023 Family
KATHY
Mobile 		F 38 laundry detergent, tootpast and brushes, mouth was, shamoo, conditioner baby shampoo & lotion, pampers size 6 & dial soap. Also Snacks for children, canned veggies, cannel meat, drinks & pancake mix. She is hoping that someone will help her and chilren get some help with cleaning supplies, hygiene and pantry food for her and her children...She tries very hard to keep them healthy and having enough things to take care of them but admits it is a challenge.
24 3/11/2023 Family
PATRICIA
Mobile 		F Mom asking for 3T-4T clothing for her daughter and 3T Pull-ups. Food and snacks would be much appreciated.
25 3/11/2023 Family
BREANNA
Mobile 		F Young mom in need of clothing for her children. Pantry food and snacks would be much appreciated! Applesauce cups 18 ct, peach cups 12 ct, 12 cans corn, 6 cans peas, 6 cans green beans, 2 - 2 lb boxes pancake mix, 3 boxes crackers, 1 box graham crackers. 6 cans tuna, 40 Oz peanut butter
26 3/14/2023 Son M 3 In need of socks, size 9 shoes, 3T clothing size 9 shoes, 3T clothing
27 3/14/2023 Daughter 6 In need of size 7 clothing. Size 7 clothing
28 3/14/2023 Daughter F 4 Wears size 4T clothing, 9 shoes size 9 shoes, 4T clothing
29 3/31/2023 Family
ERICA
Mobile 		F graduation clothing for her son and black damipow s/s shirt for her husband Also needs Ribbons for Shirts . 7/8 in. double face satin ribbon in colors red, white, black, gray or silver and off white Her oldest son is graduating high school this year.This is a very traditioinal family who will wear a ribbon shirt as well as his father and brother who will stand by him to honor this accomplishment. On Pine Ridge it is an accomplishment to graduate high school and his family is so proud of him. This is a big milestone in the boys life.... Size XL damipow s/s black shirt Promised mens black shirt.
30 3/31/2023 Son M 13 damipow dress shirt....s/s black - can be purchased on Amazon He and his father will be standing tall and proud of his brothers accomplishments. shirt XL
31 3/31/2023 Son M 18 black stretchy skinny jeans, damipow black s/s dress shirt, black low skateboarding type sneakers, socks and boxers. He is very slender and really needs some clothing for graduation. His mother is going to decorate his shirt in ribbons and turn it into a ribbon shirt. He is very artistic and likes to draw - but horses are his passion. He is a wonderful kid - who is musical, artistic and sees the world in positive light. He is hoping to continue his education. Waist 34/34 Damipow s/s dress shirt (large) (sold on Amazon) Shoes 10 1/2 promised dress shirt
32 3/6/2023 Family
AUGUSTA
Mobile 		F 29 Pantry food, hygiene articles andclothing for her children. she asked for nothing for herself. A young mother called and asked for help clothing her two boys and her new born baby girl. She could use pantry food as often she runs out. She said she is only asking for what is really needed. Contents for the two boxes: Baby plush blanket, one receiving blanket, 3 bath towels, 8 socks, 2 pairs of mittens, 3 hats, 3 pants, 13 onesies, 10 pajamas, 2 baby shampoos, 1 diaper rash cream, 3 bottles, bottle brush, 2 pacifiers, 4 diaper wipes.
33 3/23/2023 Son M 7 Jogger with elastic cuff, l/s shirts, hoodie and briefs and socks He is big like his brother and loves to play with him. Would love a toy. clothing 14/16 Boys - 2 athletic pants, 1 thermal underwear pants, 4 boxer/briefs. Connect 4 game.
34 3/23/2023 Daughter 0 She needs one piece suits, booties, sweater and some hats. receiving blankets, a blanket slo flow bottles, baby care items and diapers size 3 month She is the apple of everyones eyes and her brothers think it is so neat they have a sister. 3 months F 0 - 2 sleep bags, 3 sleepers, 2 undershirts, 2 ls onesies, 4 pants, 3 ls tops, 2 toys.
35 3/6/2023 Son M 9 socks, elastic cuffed joggers, l/s & s/s shirts, hoodie and really needs briefs Little boy is in need of clothing......He loves that he is big brother and can show his little brother how to do things and now he has a sister. clothing 16/18

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