Program Development & Design
At Cattail Rising, we collaborate with Tribes, schools, community organizations, and local governments to develop place-based programs and models that empower youth and strengthen communities. We provide tailored support for organizations and initiatives looking to conceptualize, design, and implement effective programs, working closely with clients to identify objectives, define measurable outcomes, and build structured, sustainable programs aligned with mission goals.
Partnering with Cattail Rising means joining a mission-driven effort to empower Native youth through land- and place-based education, the arts, and culturally rooted mentorship. With a proven track record of collaboration with Tribal communities and local partners, we design and deliver strategies that drive impact, engagement, and long-term success, honoring Native histories, identities, and lifeways.
Our areas of focus include:
- Building Partnerships and Engagement
- Protocol and Working with Tribes
- Capacity Building
- Community Asset Mapping
- Relationship Building
- Outreach and Engagement
- Inter-Tribal Collaboration
Pathways in Education
- Pathways to Graduation
- Post-secondary Education
- Workforce Development
Cultural Education and Revitalization
- Traditional and Contemporary Arts
- Gathering, Processing, Preserving, and Preparing Traditional Foods and Plant Medicines
- Traditional Games
- Land-based Restoration and Recreation
- And More!
From early ideation to comprehensive program frameworks, we work to build collective capacity through lasting partnerships that inspire leadership and drive meaningful change. We look forward to creating programs that empower Tribal communities and honor cultural heritage.