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DEER TRIBE METIS - MEDICINE SOCIETY
SCOTTSDALE, AZ · EIN 954307294 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE Z99Z · Unknown · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.dtmms.org
revenue
$695K
expenses
$756K
net assets
$587K
employees
8
volunteers
20
program ratio
85%
mission · from form 990

PRESERVATION OF THE DEER TRIBE METIS-MEDICINE SOCIETY (DTMMS) (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O) SWEET MEDICINE SUNDANCE LINEAGE TRADITIONS, CEREMONIES AND SHAMANIC WHEELS & KEYS TEACHINGS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Deer Tribe Metis Medicine Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to sharing the Sweet Medicine SunDance teachings and promoting spiritual growth through various programs and ceremonies. It serves individuals seeking healing and self-discovery, primarily in the United States and internationally. Founded in 1986, the organization emphasizes the integration of physical mastery and spiritual practices.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Aura Perceptual Analysis (APA)
Training program where apprentices learn to read the human luminous egg cocoon, enhancing perception and intuition through online and in-person sessions.
Spirit Trails
A yearly program for apprentices focusing on ceremonies, teachings, and healing, allowing students to continue their studies in a communal setting.
Sweat Lodge Training
Training for sweat lodge leaders, emphasizing personal growth and community building through ceremonial practices.
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Intuition and Perception Skills Training 11 activities
    • Aura Perceptual Analysis (APA) Training
      Provides Aura Perceptual Analysis training through eight 3.5-hour online Zoom sessions followed by a one-week in-person immersion, teaching apprentices to read the human luminous egg cocoon (LEC) to strengthen intuition and perception.
    • Aura Perceptual Analysis (APA) Training
      Provides Aura Perceptual Analysis (APA) training to apprentices, teaching them to read the human luminous egg cocoon (LEC) to strengthen intuition and perception, delivered through eight 3.5-hour online Zoom sessions followed by a one-week in-person immersion for hands-on practice.
    • Aura Perceptual Analysis (APA) Training
      Provides Aura Perceptual Analysis (APA) training to apprentices, teaching them to read the human luminous egg cocoon (LEC) to strengthen intuition and perception, delivered through eight 3.5-hour online Zoom sessions followed by a one-week in-person immersion for hands-on practice.
    • Aura Perceptual Analysis (APA) Training
      Provides Aura Perceptual Analysis (APA) training to apprentices, teaching them to read the human luminous egg cocoon (LEC) to strengthen intuition and perception, delivered through eight 3.5-hour online Zoom sessions followed by a one-week in-person immersion.
    • Aura Perceptual Analysis (APA) Training
      Provides Aura Perceptual Analysis (APA) training to apprentices through eight 3.5-hour online Zoom sessions followed by a one-week in-person immersion, teaching participants to read the human luminous egg cocoon (LEC) to strengthen intuition and perception.
    • Aura Perceptual Analysis (APA) Training
      Provides Aura Perceptual Analysis (APA) training to apprentices, teaching them to read the human luminous egg cocoon (LEC) to strengthen intuition and perception, delivered through eight 3.5-hour online Zoom sessions followed by a one-week in-person immersion for hands-on practice.
    • Publication of Spiritual Reflections
      Publishes "Journeys Into the Mirror," a collection of reflections by Janneke Koole, focusing on spiritual practice, personal healing, and connection to nature.
    • Publication of Spiritual Reflections
      Publishes "Journeys Into the Mirror," a collection of reflections by Janneke Koole, focusing on spiritual practice, personal healing, and connection to nature.
    • Publication of Spiritual Reflections
      Publishes "Journeys Into the Mirror," a collection of reflections by Janneke Koole, focusing on spiritual practice, personal healing, and connection to nature.
    • Spiritual Reflection Publication
      Publishes "Journeys Into the Mirror," a collection of reflections by Janneke Koole, focusing on spiritual practice, personal healing, and connection to nature.
    • Spiritual Reflection Publication
      Published "Journeys Into the Mirror," a collection of reflections by Janneke Koole, focusing on spiritual practice, personal healing, and connection to nature.
  • Member Benefits and Support Services 7 activities
    • Member Resource Provision
      Provides access to ebooks, special member sales, and interest groups as part of ongoing member support and engagement.
    • Member Resource Provision
      Provides access to ebooks, special member sales, and interest groups as part of member support and engagement offerings.
    • Member Resources and Communications
      Offers newsletters to share updates on Rites of Passage, Red Lodge, and the healing paradigm, and provides access to ebooks, special member sales, and interest groups as member resources.
    • Member Resources and Communications
      Offers newsletters to share updates on Rites of Passage, Red Lodge, and the healing paradigm, and provides access to ebooks, special member sales, and interest groups as member resources.
    • Member Resources and Communications
      Offers newsletters to share updates on Rites of Passage, Red Lodge, and the healing paradigm, and provides access to ebooks, special member sales, and interest groups as member resources.
    • Member Resources and Newsletters
      Offers newsletters to share updates on Rites of Passage, Red Lodge, and the healing paradigm, and provides access to ebooks, special member sales, and interest groups as member resources.
    • Rites of Passage and Healing Communications
      Distributes newsletters to share updates on Rites of Passage, Red Lodge, and the healing paradigm with members and participants.
  • Structured Spiritual Teaching Programs 5 activities
    • Fourth Gateway Apprentice Program
      Offers a yearly program for apprentices in the 4th gateway to participate in ceremonies, teachings, and healing practices to advance their spiritual studies.
    • Sweet Medicine Sundance Path Ceremonies
      Offers teachings and ceremonies from the 1st to the 3rd Gateway of the Sweet Medicine Sundance Path to support personal growth and refinement of spiritual knowledge.
    • Sweet Medicine Sundance Path Teachings and Ceremonies
      Offers teachings and ceremonies from the 1st to the 3rd Gateway of the Sweet Medicine Sundance Path for personal growth and knowledge refinement, and provides a yearly program for apprentices in the 4th gateway to continue their studies through ceremonies, teachings, and healing.
    • Sweet Medicine Sundance Path Teachings and Ceremonies
      Offers teachings and ceremonies from the 1st to the 3rd Gateway of the Sweet Medicine Sundance Path for personal growth and knowledge refinement, and provides a yearly program for apprentices in the 4th gateway to continue their studies through ceremonies, teachings, and healing.
    • Sweet Medicine Sundance Path Teachings and Ceremonies
      Offers teachings and ceremonies from the 1st to the 3rd Gateway of the Sweet Medicine Sundance Path for personal growth and knowledge refinement, and provides a yearly program for apprentices in the 4th gateway to continue their studies through ceremonies, teachings, and healing.
  • Fire and Emergency Services Certification 4 activities
    • Sweat Lodge Leader Training Monitoring
      Conducts monitoring meetings for sweat lodge leader trainees as part of their training program.
    • Sweat Lodge Leader Training Monitoring
      Conducts monitoring meetings for sweat lodge leader trainees as part of their training program.
    • Sweat Lodge Leader Training Monitoring
      Conducts monitoring meetings for sweat lodge leader trainees as part of their training program.
    • Sweat Lodge Leader Training Program
      Conducts monitoring meetings for sweat lodge leader trainees as part of an ongoing training program to prepare them for ceremonial leadership roles.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$695K
Contributions & grants$96K14%
Program service revenue$538K77%
Investment income$10%
Other revenue$61K
expenses
Total expenses$756K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$222K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$1.25M
Cash$195K
Investments$0
Liabilities$667K
Net assets$587K
Liquid reserves3.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +0.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
MARY MINOR DIRECTOR 30 $54K
board members · 9
  • CLARK FORTUNE — TREASURER
  • DIANNE REAGAN — DIRECTOR
  • JANICE MORRIS — SECRETARY
  • JOHN KENT III — DIRECTOR
  • KRISTIN VIKEN — DIRECTOR
  • LAURIE POKORNY — DIRECTOR
  • MATT LORE — DIRECTOR
  • SARAH TUCKER FISHER — CHAIR
  • TIM MCDONALD — VICE-CHAIR
relationships · 3

who they work with

  • Barbara Niklas (A-Road) Partner — Teacher and facilitator for sweat lodge leader trainee monitoring meetings.
  • Body Dearmoring Partner — Co-organized by Sabina Tschudi and Johannes Schröder of Body Dearmoring, with contact via info@bodydearmoring.ch
  • Skwanesi Lodge Partner — Provides teachings and ceremonies in collaboration with DTMMS as part of the Sweet Medicine Sundance Path.