NB3 Foundation

The Cause

The mission of the Notah Begay III Foundation is to promote the health, wellness and leadership development of Native American youth. The Foundation seeks to accomplish this mission by helping Tribal Nations to build the capacity to design and sustain effective sports, wellness and youth development programs for Native American youth.

OUR VISION

The vision of the Notah Begay III Foundation is to be a part of a national movement to empower all Native American youth to sustain active, healthy and productive lives.

OUR MISSION

  • The mission of the Notah Begay III Foundation is to reduce the incidences of obesity and diabetes and advance lives of Native American youth through sports and wellness programming.
  • To carry out this mission, the Foundation supports the development of sustainable, evidence-based and innovative programs designed by Native Americans for Native American youth that promote physical fitness, wellness and leadership development.
  • The Foundation is committed to education, advocacy and the creation of strategic partnerships that will contribute to long-term changes in the health, well-being and success of Native American youth.
  • Empower Native American Youth to be healthy and successful adults

AREAS OF FOCUS

  • Development of model sports and wellness programs for Native youth based primarily in the forms of golf and soccer.
  • Investment in innovation, evidence-based initiatives and sustainability for the health, well-being and advancement of Native American youth.
  • Public education and advocacy for the health and wellness of Native American youth.