ABOUT THE EVENT
The Native Strong Comedy Slam & Jam is an annual fundraising event supporting the Notah Begay III Foundation.
Check back for future fundraising opportunities. You can also visit NB3Foundation.org to learn more about the foundation.
$10,000 was raised in 2021!
Music fans plus event supports, AGEM, Bold Concepts and University of Phoenix, contributed to the success of the 2021 guitar auction fundraising event. Through online bids and donations, $10,000 was raised for the NB3 Foundation. Read more about the 2021 event here.
EVENT NEWS & PRESS RELEASES
Tribal Casinos & Music Fans Come Together to Raise $10K for Native Youth
What do you get when you bring together Tribal casinos, famous music acts, 15 autographed guitars, and a worthy cause? A rockin’ fundraiser raising critical dollars for the Notah Begay III Foundation. The Native Strong Comedy Slam added a new element in its sixth year, a 100% virtual, on-line guitar auction. Tribal casinos from across…
How a Grassroots Soccer Program Inspired a National Award-winning, Native-led Non-profit
Deana Scott, Raving CEO and Notah Begay III, Founder of the Notah Begay III Foundation talk about the inspiration behind the non-profit and how it has stayed true to its core mission after 15+ years serving Native children In today’s interview, we sat down with Notah Begay III, Founder of the Notah Begay III (NB3)…
Behind the Scenes: Making the Connection Between Your Dollar and the Youth It Helps
It’s not everyday we are lucky enough to meet someone whose personal journey makes us hopeful for the future. Today, I want to introduce you to an incredible young man who is making a difference for his family and community. His story is the reason why we support the Notah Begay III Foundation. And for…
Shifting Gears: Getting Food and Supplies to Native Communities in Need during Covid-19
During 2020, the Notah Begay III (NB3) Foundation began the year with new ideas and ambitious plans for events and programs. When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the state of New Mexico, it was clear that those plans needed to be reevaluated. Our team quickly shifted focus from direct youth programs to responding to the…
Native Youth Still Win this Year
Tonight would have been the sixth annual Native Strong Comedy Slam & Jam. Right about the time I’m writing this, I would be running over to the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego to setup registration, signage, table numbers, meet with the comedians and talent, and prepare for the kickoff of a live online auction of…
ABOUT THE GUITARS
New for 2021, Tribal casinos across the country generously donated autographed guitars for an online auction. Special thanks to the casinos below that donated!
INTERVIEWS AND PHOTOS
ABOUT THE NB3 FOUNDATION
The Notah Begay III (NB3) Foundation is a national, award-winning Native American nonprofit organization dedicated to Native American children’s health. Their mission is to ensure Native children achieve their full potential by advancing cultures of Native American community health. The NB3 Foundation invests in evidence-based, community-driven and culturally relevant programs that promote healthy nutrition, physical activity, cultural connections and youth development. We are committed to a vision that all children have the opportunity to live healthy, happy and fulfilled lives.
Help Raving in its NB3 Foundation fundraisers throughout the year – The Native Strong Comedy Slam, NB3FIT Week, and Raving Insider Parties. Support the health of Native American youth and get involved with the NB3 Foundation today.
If you can't attend the Native Strong Comedy Slam this year but you would still like to support the cause, donate directly to the NB3 Foundation here.
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SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR 2021 SUPPORTERS!