Mesa Grande Band of Mission Indians

This project will create and implement a flooding, erosion, and drought resiliency plan, leveraging FEMA resources and traditional Tribal practices. By increasing staff capacity, we will identify climate-related hazards, develop mitigation strategies, and implement nature-based solutions, enhancing disaster preparedness and environmental stewardship for the MGBOMI.

The purpose of this continued support is to continue the climate/fire resiliency work we have begun on the Mesa Grande Indian Housing Authority (MGIHA) property. This work is important as it provides climate and fire mitigation for the community and tribal members.

This project will increase food sovereignty by expanding growing space at Black Canyon Tribal Housing Community Garden, providing free distribution of healthy food to Tribe members. By leveraging Native gardening experts, younger Tribe members will be trained to take over the garden, preserving ancestral knowledge and fostering food sustainability.

This project will create and implement a climate/fire resiliency plan focused on identifying climate-related hazards, developing mitigation strategies, and implementing the plan through increased staff capacity. Our climate resiliency plan will leverage FEMA Resources for Climate Resilience as well as traditional Tribal practices to serve our Native community.