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Indigenous Nations Diversity Network

Preservation and Celebration

Fiscal Sponsor
Youth Alliance

Youth Alliance

501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

Rooted in Our Values

Everything we do flows from the principles that have guided Indigenous communities for generations

How This Circle Began

In 2023, when the San Juan Bautista Indian Market closed, something precious was lost. Not just an event, but a gathering place. A home for Indigenous youth in San Benito County to see themselves reflected, to connect with their heritage, to simply belong.

We didn't wait for someone else to fill that void. Our community came together. Elders who carried knowledge, families who carried hope, and youth who carried tomorrow's dreams created something new.

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We are the only organization providing year-round Indigenous cultural programming in San Benito County. But we're not here to replace what was lost. We're here to build what's needed.

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participants in three years

This is what happens when a community refuses to let its youth fall through the cracks.

Leadership & Guidance

Meet Our Board

Our board members bring decades of experience in Indigenous advocacy, cultural preservation, and community leadership. Together, they guide INDN's mission to honor heritage and empower future generations.

James Whitebear Connor

Assiniboine Tribe - Fort Peck Montana

Elvira Zaragoza Robinson

Akimel O'Odham (Pima)

Charles Wall

Muscogee, Kiowa, Azorean, and Irish Descent

Fr. Jerry Drino

Episcopal Priest & Theologian (M.Div., D.D.)

Kanyon "Coyote" Sayers-Roods

Mutsun-Ohlone | Two-Spirit Woman

Bernice Cuauhxihuitl Aguilera Toney

Calpulli Tonalehqueh

How We Walk Together

Our programs are interconnected, just like our community

Cultural Nights

Monthly gatherings where 15-25+ families share meals, learn traditional arts, and keep the drum circle beating. Three generations learning from each other.

Building belonging, one circle at a time

Youth Garden

In our first year, elders share plant knowledge passed down through generations to children ages 5-16.

Connecting hands to earth, youth to elders

Four Directions Initiative

Our vision: career, education, health, and digital media programs where youth lead, not just attend. We're building toward older youth teaching AI literacy to younger peers.

Leading today, transforming tomorrow

Annual Pow Wow

1,000+ participants. Our flagship gathering where the entire year of work blooms into celebration, connection, and collective joy.

1,000+ hearts beating as one

Guided by Our Leaders

Our work is blessed and guided by tribal leaders who have stewarded their communities for generations. Their trust is our foundation. Their wisdom lights our path.

Ann Marie Sayers

Indian Canyon

Cultural keeper and guardian of sacred traditions

Kanyon Sayers-Roods

Costanoan Research

Scholar preserving and sharing cultural knowledge

Valentin Lopez

Amah Mutsun Tribal Band

Tribal chairman and community advocate

3rd Annual Hollister Powwow & Native Gathering
Completed
Past Event

3rd Annual Hollister Powwow & Native Gathering.

In November 2025, over 1,000 community members came together for three incredible days of celebration, dance, and cultural connection at Bolado Park.

Thank you to everyone who joined us—dancers, drummers, vendors, volunteers, and families. Your presence made this gathering unforgettable.

November 7-9, 2025Bolado Park, Tres Pinos, CA1,000+ Attendees
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Our Partners

Community Sponsors

Gold Partners

James Whitebear Connor

Silver Partners

Tara Dianne Stein

Bronze Partners
City of Hollister

City of Hollister

Gavilan College

Gavilan College

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Every sponsorship helps us preserve indigenous culture, support educational programs, and empower communities.

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Sponsorship Tiers

Bronze

$10,000

5 VIP Tickets

Silver

$20,000

10 VIP Tickets

Gold

$50,000

25 VIP Tickets

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There's a place for you here. Multiple ways to walk with us, support our youth, and strengthen this community.

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Plant seeds for the next generation of Indigenous leaders. Your support creates lasting impact.

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Events are coming soon. Stay tuned for Cultural Nights and Pow Wows!

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Have questions? Want to talk? We're here.

Elvira Zaragoza Robinsonezrlaw1948@gmail.com(831) 801-5530
Charles Wallcharleswallandfam@gmail.com(775) 271-0322