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The South Dakota Native Homeownership Coalition is comprised of leaders in the Native homeownership movement, and we invite you to join our mission!

Membership Eligibility Guidelines & Policies

> Membership is open to individuals, agencies, institutions, organizations, and other entities that support the South Dakota Native Homeownership Coalition’s mission of increasing homeownership opportunities for Native Americans in South Dakota.

> Annual memberships are valid from June 1st to May 31st each year. Membership applications will open on May 1st of each year to ensure ample time in processing applications and payments. Although membership applications can be submitted at any time, we strongly encourage new or renewing members to submit annual dues by June 1st each year to receive maximum membership benefits. The Coalition does not prorate dues.

> Membership applications are subject to a review and approval process by the Coalition’s Membership Committee. If there are any questions or issues with your application, we will contact you within 30 days of your submission.

> Membership dues can be refunded within 30 days of submitting a membership application. A 3% processing fee will be charged on all refunds.

Membership Levels, Annual Dues, & Benefits

The Coalition offers tiered membership levels that provide various opportunities for members to connect with other members, raise awareness of their organization’s work, and support the work in the Native homeownership field at a financial level that matches their organizations’ capacity.

Lodge Pole Membership - $250


The lodge pole is the foundation of the tipi structure and a fundamental element. As the Coalition’s foundational membership level, the Lodge Pole Membership comes with many benefits.

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Buffalo Hide Membership - $500


As an essential part of the tipi, the buffalo hide provided essential protection in traditional living. The Buffalo Hide Membership is a great option for entities with a desire to deepen their impact in the Native homeownership field.

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Painted Tipi Membership - $1,000


On the prairie, a painted tipi attracts attention and tells the story of the owner. With extra benefits, the Painted Tipi Membership is for entities that desire additional exposure.

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Travois Membership - $2,500


The travois did the “heavy lifting” to support the nomadic lifestyle for Lakota groups. For entities that want to provide additional support to the Coalition, the Travois Membership provides opportunities for increased exposure.

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Tiospaye Membership - $5,000


The tiospaye (family or extended family) is the center of Lakota culture. For organizations with the ability to contribute more, the Tiospaye Membership provides opportunities for maximum exposure.

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Kola Membership - $10,000


Although translated as “friend” in modern times, the traditional concept of “kola” was much more than a friend. For entities that want to extend our network and foster new relationships, the Kola Membership level comes with maximum benefits.

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Benefits



Event registration discounts
(up to 4 attendees per event)

Priority for training slots 

(when limited)

Access TO TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIPS

ACCESS TO MEMBERS-ONLY RESOURCES & COMMUNICATIONS

priority for participation in pilot projects

SWAG BAG

Recognition on the coalition's website and social media outlets

RECOGNITION ON SELECT ELECTRONIC MATERIALS

RECOGNITION ON SELECT PRINTED 
MATERIALS

OPPORTUNITY TO PRESENT AND EXHIBIT AT COALITION EVENTS

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(Lodge Pole Membership provided free of charge to another organization)

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Lodge Pole

Membership

$250

ANNUALLY

buffalo hide

 Membership

$500

ANNUALLY

PAINTED TIPI

MEMBERSHIP

$1,000

ANNUALLY

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Event registration discounts
(up to 4 attendees per event)

Priority for training slots 

(when limited)

Access TO TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIPS

ACCESS TO MEMBERS-ONLY RESOURCES & COMMUNICATIONS

priority for participation in pilot projects

SWAG BAG

Recognition on the coalition's website and social media outlets

RECOGNITION ON SELECT ELECTRONIC MATERIALS

RECOGNITION ON SELECT PRINTED 
MATERIALS

OPPORTUNITY TO PRESENT AND EXHIBIT AT COALITION EVENTS

pAY IT FORWARD MEMBERSHIP

(Lodge Pole Membership provided free of charge to another organization)

MEMBERSHIP spotlight feature story




TRAVOIS

MEMBERSHIP

$2,500

ANNUALLY

TIOSPAYE

MEMBERSHIP

$5,000

ANNUALLY

KOLA

MEMBERSHIP

$10,000

ANNUALLY

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Discounted Memberships

To promote an inclusive network, the Coalition offers reduced-rate memberships for certain types of members. The Student and Individual memberships will receive the same benefits as the Lodge Pole Membership.

Student - $25


Students will need to provide proof of enrollment at a post-secondary institution to receive the discounted rate.

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Individual - $75


Individual membership is open to sole practitioners or any professional not employed by an organization.

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Applying for Membership

Becoming a member of the South Dakota Native Homeownership Coalition is easy! Just fill out the simple online application. Payments can be accepted online or via check, whichever is better for you. Start taking advantage of your member benefits by signing up today!

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