Why WE Exist

At Tribal Minds, we believe sovereignty is more than politics — it is wellness, culture, creativity, and the ability to define our own futures. Indigenous wisdom teaches us that thriving communities are built on relationships, imagination, and shared responsibility.

Because Isolation and Injustice Persist

Billions struggle without connection, family, or the foundation to be well. Indigenous peoples carry a history of resilience, but also face ongoing inequities from centuries of assimilation and erasure.

Indigenous Thought Leads Forward

Tribal ways of being, rooted in community and collective care, provide solutions not just for Native peoples, but for a world in need of balance and sustainability.

Future Generations Deserve Liberation

We are determined to free the next generations from poverty, disillusionment, and inequity — ensuring they inherit strength, dignity, and opportunity.

Our Belief:

Native solutions for Native issues — for the good of All

How WE Work

We are Indigenous-led, community-driven, and culturally grounded.

Our work is guided by three principles:

Bridge-Building

We connect Tribes, leaders, and allies with resources, knowledge, and opportunities. Through collaboration and partnership, we strengthen networks that foster resilience, amplify voices, and ensure Indigenous communities have the tools to thrive.

Future-Focused

We blend traditional wisdom with innovation to create lasting solutions. By honoring ancestral knowledge while embracing modern practices, we build pathways that sustain culture, protect the land, and prepare generations to face tomorrow’s challenges.

Non-Partisan

We remain committed to education and empowerment, ensuring every program uplifts people and the land without political division. Our inclusive approach centers on unity and shared humanity, welcoming diverse perspectives while focusing on collective healing and progress.

Every gift builds Strength

Join us in uplifting Tribal communities through sovereignty, wellness, and Indigenous storytelling.

OUR IMpact

Since 2020,
Tribal Minds has:

Partnered with 20+ Tribal communities statewide.

Hosted Transformative youth wellness retreats.

Created Indigenous-led media platforms reaching national audiences

Built National Collaborations

We have worked with brands such as

Why Indigenous thought may be the solution to saving the world

Billions of people struggle alone, without relationships, family, and the foundation to be well. Tribal thought and ways of being, by centering collective community solutions and wellness and imagination, can sustain a movement towards liberation and the energy we need to create the common good. We believe in Native solutions for Native issues – for everyone

President & CEO

Brian “BB” Melendez

Northern / Southern Paiute – Western Shoshone

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