The Ninilchik Tribe is dedicated to upholding the well-being and community health of its members, following the Dena’ina tradition of cherishing children and elders. Through a range of essential services, we address various needs, including housing, childcare, burial assistance, snow removal, and support under the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). Our commitment is to ensure that every individual receives the care and assistance necessary for a thriving community life.
Support Programs
General Assistance
Short-term financial aid is available for essential living costs during challenges like unemployment or displacement. Applicants must meet Bureau of Indian Affairs criteria and show no other income sources. Funding levels depend on demonstrated need.
Eligibility is for Native residents within Ninilchik tribal boundaries.
Burial Assistance
Burial assistance supports families of deceased Native residents within tribal boundaries. Our support covers the essential expenses of a basic funeral service and minimal amenities, and is designed for last-resort scenarios and does not supplement existing funds or reimburse costs.
Eligibility is based on residency, not tribal affiliation.
Child Care Assistance
The NTC Child Care Assistance Program helps Native families access quality, affordable childcare for children from newborns to 12 years old while parents are working, studying, or participating in approved activities.
Indian & Child Welfare Act in Ninilchik
The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) of 1978 grants tribal governments jurisdiction over child removal and foster care cases involving Native children from their tribe. Tribal ICWA representatives advocate for children’s welfare, serving as intermediaries between clients and state officials, agents, and social work representatives from other tribes.
Call NTC ICWA Specialist, Elise Weber, at 907.206.2740 or email for more information.
Snow Removal
The Elderly & Disabled Snow Removal Program provides snow plowing services to elder or disabled Native American /Alaskan Natives within tribal boundaries during winter.
Participants must meet income criteria for NTC housing programs and have received prior housing assistance.
Emergency Housing
The Emergency Assistance Program offers vital aid to those facing housing crises like eviction or loss of essential services.
Eligible applicants must show a risk of homelessness or declining living standards. Assistance is limited to three occasions within a year, with a maximum total of $2,000 over two years. Income eligibility criteria apply.
For more information on General, Burial, or Child Care Assistance programs offered by NTC, please contact
Christina Pinnow
Tribal Services Director
cpinnow@ninilchiktribe-nsn.gov
907.206.2740
For more information on Snow Removal or Housing Assistance programs offered by NTC, please contact
Bob Crosby
Housing Director
bcrosby@ninilchiktribe-nsn.gov
907.567.3313