named programs · 7 · from sources
what they call their work
Collaborative Calendar
An event hub made by Native-run nonprofits to share resources and information within the community.
Land Restoration Training
A partnership program that trains and supports tribal staff and communities in land restoration using native plants.
Navajo Owned Co-operative Non-profit Formation
In conjunction with Diné Hózhó & Cooperative Catalysis of New Mexico, forms a Navajo-owned cooperative non-profit for the benefit of Navajo agricultural, ranching, and craft producers.
Sihasin Garden
A 3-acre demonstration site that showcases methods to improve soil, growing in a hoop-house and raised beds, season extender methods, seed starting, and drip irrigation, utilizing low-cost systems for rainwater harvesting and solar power.
Sihasin Garden Warriors & Leaders
Works with local youth and community members at senior centers, backyard gardens, and school gardens to build healthy soil, implement drip irrigation, and manage plant/weed identification and bug/pest control.
Small Organic Market Farm Development
Develops, promotes, and engages in small organic market farm development in the southwestern section of the Navajo Nation, partnering with Indian Dispute Resolution Services, Dine College Land Grant Office, and Spirit Farms.
Workshops
Offers workshops on traditional and contemporary growing methods, food safety, food preservation and preparation, improving sheep quality, and agricultural business practices.
activities · 9
what they do
direct service · 4
- Agricultural Development and Food Sovereignty Programs Local Food System DevelopmentEstablishes and promotes food and economic sovereignty programs for Navajo, Hopi, and other Native communities, including developing small organic market farms in the southwestern Navajo Nation and addressing barriers to agricultural development.
- Community Education and Workshops Local Food System DevelopmentProvides education and workshops to Navajo Nation Dine people and other Native communities on self-sufficiency in food, water, and financial empowerment, including traditional and contemporary growing methods, food safety, preservation, and agricultural business practices.
- Native-run Non-profit Collaborative Calendar Community Event Calendar ManagementMaintains a collaborative calendar created by Native-run nonprofits to share resources, information, and serve as a community event hub.
- Sihasin Garden Demonstration Site and Youth Programs Community Garden Programming with EducationOperates the 3-acre Sihasin Garden demonstration site to showcase various growing methods and engages youth and community members through the Sihasin Garden Warriors & Leaders program to teach gardening skills at senior centers, backyard gardens, and school gardens.
advocacy · 1
- Coalition Building and Partnerships Water Policy Advocacy & PlanningBuilds coalitions of governmental and non-governmental organizations, Navajo chapters, and community members to plan water resources and supports community development through partnerships with local chapters and grassroots organizations.
capacity building · 4
- Grower Trainee Program Residential Farm Apprenticeship TrainingOperates a grower trainee program that provides employment and training opportunities for community members in agricultural practices.
- Navajo-owned Cooperative Development Indigenous Economic Development SupportIs in the process of forming a Navajo-owned cooperative non-profit to benefit Navajo agricultural, ranching, and craft producers.
- Sihasin Garden Leaders and Warriors Training Community Garden Programming with EducationTrains Sihasin Garden Leaders and Garden Warriors to assist local communities in building their own growing spaces.
- Tribal Staff and Community Land Restoration Training Land Stewardship Education & Field EngagementTrains and supports tribal staff and communities in land restoration using native plants through a new partnership.
strategies · 6
how they think
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- Capacity Building and Organizational Support capacity_building unique to this orgTolani Lake Enterprises Inc. builds the capacity of grassroots organizations and its own operations through mentorship, project management, advisory support, strategic planning, and fiscal sponsorship. This strengthens the ability of local initiatives to achieve their goals and promotes community resilience.
- Community-led Agricultural and Economic Development community_development unique to this orgTolani Lake Enterprises Inc. strengthens Navajo and Hopi agricultural communities and fosters economic sovereignty by building partnerships with local farms, developing small organic market farms, and addressing barriers to agricultural development through policy and infrastructure improvements. This approach is guided by community-driven planning frameworks and aims to cultivate healthy, safe, and prosperous communities.
- Culturally Grounded Planning and Evaluation diné_planning_framework unique to this orgThe organization utilizes the Diné Planning framework (Nitsahakees, Nahat’á, Iina, Sihasin) and the Eight Pillars framework to guide program development, strategic planning, and evaluation. This ensures that initiatives are culturally relevant and effectively support regenerative agricultural development and community goals.
- Demonstration and Education for Sustainable Practices demonstration_garden unique to this orgTolani Lake Enterprises Inc. uses demonstration gardens as models for year-round food production and organizational self-sufficiency, and integrates scientific concepts into workshops through partnerships to enhance educational capacity and encourage community engagement in collaborative learning and growing initiatives.
- Policy Development for Food Sovereignty policy_development unique to this orgThe organization consults with a coalition of nonprofits to develop food sovereignty policy for the Navajo Nation, addressing barriers to agricultural development such as food policy, food safety, water access, and farm and ranch development.
- Systems Strengthening for Community Resilience systems_strengthening unique to this orgThe organization focuses on strengthening food, water, and economic systems in Native communities within the Little Colorado River Watershed to improve overall community resilience and advance conservation efforts.
financials · form 990 · fy2019
the money
revenue
Total revenue$717K
Contributions & grants$601K84%
Program service revenue$114K16%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$2K
expenses
Total expenses$645K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$200K
Grants paid out$147K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$481K
Cash$138K
Investments$0
Liabilities$173K
Net assets$307K
Liquid reserves2.6 mo
1 years on record · 2019–2019
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2019
who runs it
board members · 3
- Byron Shorty — Board Member
- James Skeet — Board Member
- Joyce Skeet — Board Member
relationships · 28
who they work with
- 14R Inc. (Navajo Beef Program) Partner — Conducted capacity building workshops and served as local liaison for cooperative members of 14R Inc., facilitating workshops to integrate traditional cultural values.
- American GI Forum Partner — Helped organize the Espanola, NM chapter of the American GI Forum, a Hispanic veterans service organization.
- Cooperative Catalysis of New Mexico Partner — In conjunction with Tolani Lake Enterprises Inc. to form a Navajo-owned cooperative non-profit.
- Cooperative Catalysis of New Mexico Partner — In the process of forming a Navajo-owned cooperative non-profit for agricultural, ranching, and craft producers.
- Dine College Land Grant Office Partner — Partner in small organic market farm development in the Navajo Nation.
- Dine College Land Grant Office Partner — Partner in small organic market farm development.
- Dine College Land Grant Office LGO Partner — Partner organization linked from Tolani Lake Enterprises' partners page
- Dine’ Hozho (LC3) Partner — Consulted for Dine’ Hozho (LC3) to establish a producer-owned cooperative for sheep producers.
- Diné Hózhó Partner — In conjunction with Tolani Lake Enterprises Inc. to form a Navajo-owned cooperative non-profit.
- Diné Hózhó Partner — In the process of forming a Navajo-owned cooperative non-profit for agricultural, ranching, and craft producers.
- First Nations Development Institute Partner — Consulted for First Nations Development Institute, providing non-profit capacity building and board governance workshops.
- Ghost Ranch Partner — Marketed agricultural products to Ghost Ranch.
- IDRS Inc Partner — Partner organization linked from Tolani Lake Enterprises' partners page
- Indian Dispute Resolution Services Partner — Partner in small organic market farm development in the Navajo Nation.
- Indian Dispute Resolution Services Partner — Partner in small organic market farm development.
- Indian Dispute Resolution Services Partner — Partner organization collaborating on food and water security projects.
- National Association of Black Veterans Partner — Helped organize the Las Vegas Chapter of the National Association of Black Veterans.
- Navajo Nation Vice-President’s Gardening Advisory Committee Government — A staff member was a member of the committee due to their experience and insight into economic development on Native lands.
- Navajo Nation Vice-President’s Gardening Advisory Committee Government — Member of the committee due to experience and insight into economic development on Native lands.
- Navajo chapters Partner — Collaborates with 20 Navajo chapters on water resource planning and agricultural development in the Little Colorado River watershed.
- North Leupp Family Farms Partner — Provided business management and grant writing services for North Leupp Family Farms, and served as Vice-President.
- Red Earth Gardens AZ Partner — Partner organization linked from Tolani Lake Enterprises' partners page
- Spirit Farm Partner — Partnering to integrate thermal composting methods into demonstration garden workshops.
- Spirit Farms Partner — Partner in small organic market farm development in the Navajo Nation.
- Spirit Farms Partner — Partner in small organic market farm development.
- Walk With Warrior Inc. Partner — Served on the Board of Directors for Walk With Warrior Inc., a National Native Veterans Organization that advocates for a Native American Veteran’s Day.
- Warrior Youth Partner — Collaborates with Warrior Youth in efforts to promote self-sufficiency among the Navajo Nation Dine people.
- Wild Oats Partner — Marketed agricultural products to Wild Oats, a large organic retail outlet.