Florence, Ore. — The Three Rivers Foundation, the charitable arm of Three Rivers Casino Resort, awarded
$720,000 in grants in 2025 to 60 organizations across Oregon. From rural fire departments to food pantries, youth advocacy programs to mental health services, the Foundation’s annual grants continue to create a lasting impact.

The Foundation was established by the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians to give back to communities across Oregon. Each year, funds generated through casino revenue are reinvested in the region through grants to nonprofits.

“Giving is at the heart of who we are as the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw
Indians,” said Tribal Chief Doug Barrett. “This year, we’re proud to give nearly three-quarters of a million
dollars to nonprofits that support families, equip first responders, and care for our children. The need is great not just in our community, but across the region and we’re honored to share our resources in the spirit of giving that defines our people.”

A wide range of community organizations across southwestern Oregon received grant support to strengthen emergency services, youth programs, and essential needs. Fire departments from North Bend to Winchester Bay are acquiring new equipment, receiving training, and gaining volunteer support, while youth-focused groups such as CASA of Lane County, Creswell Clubhouse, and Safe Shelter for Siuslaw Students are expanding their services to support children and families in need.

At a luncheon held on June 3 at the Three Rivers Casino Resort in Florence, representatives from all the
nonprofits gathered to receive their checks.

“Thanks to support from the Three Rivers Foundation, we can provide essentials like bunk beds and car seat items that often go unmet, to over 60 children in foster care. This funding helps ensure kids have a safe place to sleep and makes it possible to keep siblings together in loving homes,” said Jennifer Brown, Director of Generosity and Investment, Every Child Lane County. “We’re incredibly grateful to the Three Rivers Foundation for their $15,000 grant, which will help us provide meals to more than 230 homebound seniors in Roseburg and Winchester,” said Victory Webber, Executive Director of Meals on Wheels Roseburg. “As demand continues to grow and funding becomes harder to secure, support like this is so great. For many of our clients, their Meals on Wheels driver may be the only person they see all day. Being able to support all those nonprofits is just a huge blessing for everybody.”

Additional funding is helping to combat food insecurity through programs like Florence Food Share, while
groups such as NAMI Lane County and Our Community Birth Center are improving access to mental and
maternal health care, while support for SquareOne Villages addresses housing needs.

“The Three Rivers Foundation awarded us $33,250 for five Flock cameras and two years of service,” said
Florence Police Chief John Pitcher. “This technology is a major benefit to public safety and the safety of our community. It helps us track stolen vehicles, locate missing persons, and support investigations. Even the one camera we tested has already made a real impact.”

“The Three Rivers Foundation has been so generous, and because of the funding, we will be bringing the
Siuslaw Area Resource Center, a multi-agency resource and community center to Florence,” said Bob Teter, executive director of Siuslaw Outreach Services. “Their $76,000 grant is a huge boost, helping make our five year dream a reality by supporting cultural education and self-sufficiency programs like financial literacy, tenant rights, and safety planning. We’re also honoring the Siuslaw Tribe by incorporating their language and history into the center’s signage and digital materials.”

About the Three Rivers Foundation
The Three Rivers Foundation is a nonprofit established by the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians and supported by revenue from Three Rivers Casino Resort in Florence and Coos Bay, Oregon. The Foundation’s goal is to improve the quality of life for Oregonians by funding initiatives that support health, education, public safety, environmental preservation, and cultural enrichment.
Since its founding, the Foundation has distributed millions of dollars throughout Oregon, establishing itself as a reliable partner to grassroots organizations and local governments alike.

Media Contact:
Rich Colton, Director of Marketing
rcolton@threeriverscasino.com

The Hands of Harvest Voucher Program 2025 is available at the Coos Bay Farmer’s Market on Wednesdays from 9:00AM to 2:00PM from May 16th – October 20th, 2025. The program is to give tribal households opportunities to buy healthy foods like organic beef and poultry, local seafood, vegetables and fruits, vegetable plant starts, mushroom kits, and other eligible items through the Spring to Fall 2025 Season with locally grown and produced items. These vouchers are valid ONLY at the Coos Bay Farmer’s Market between May 16th – October 20th, 2025

Tribal Tobacco Prevention Program

Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians

WHERE: 

Coos Bay Farmer’s Market

320 Central Ave.

Coos Bay, OR 97420 

WHEN:

Wednesdays

9:00AM- 2:00PM

May 16th – October 20th, 2025

**(NO CASH VALUE) **

Program Eligibility: FUNDING IS LIMITED- FIRST COME/FIRST SERVE

*Enrolled tribal member household or parental guardian of enrolled tribal member within household, may request vouchers.

*TRIBAL ENROLLMENT NUMBER *NO INCOME REQUIREMENT

*CURRENT ADDRESS ON FILE WITH ENROLLMENT DEPARTMENT

*ONE (1) PER ENROLLED TRIBAL MEMBER HOUSEHOLD

*Single Persons/Family Households eligible

*Enrolled tribal members may submit a request for one (1) alternate to pick-up their voucher. As an alternate they may only be assigned to one (1) enrolled tribal member household per season.

* Vouchers may be picked up OR sent as certified mail only. If request is to be mailed the enrolled tribal member or parental guardian of an enrolled tribal member’s CURRENT ADDRESS will be required to be on file with the Enrollment Department or the request may be denied.

* CTCLUSI holds no responsibility for lost or stolen vouchers and vouchers will not be redistributed or replaced.

*Pick-up for REQUESTED vouchers will be at the Coos Bay Administration building reception desk (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM, excluding closed dates) and will require a signature from the enrolled tribal member/parental guardian of an enrolled tribal member or requested alternate.

PICK- UP:

Coos Bay Administration Building (Monday- Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00PM)

1245 Fulton Ave. Coos Bay, OR 97420

June 9th, July 25th, and September 12th are the three (3) distribution dates for requested and approved vouchers for the 2025 Season. Requests are subject to the deadline dates listed below with no exceptions. Each distribution date REQUIRES a newly submitted Laserfiche form and participation in the online prevention materials.

*Elders can receive help from the Elder’s Coordinators and Community Health Aids to submit requests.

	Laserfiche FormOpen-Close Deadline for Submission	PICK UP date:
1st Distribution:	May 27th – June 9th	June 10th
2nd Distribution:	June 27th – July 11th	July 25th
3rd Distribution:	August 15th – August 29th	September 12th

Hands of Harvest Voucher:

Vouchers are exchanged in total amounts ONLY and NO CHANGE will be given back by the vendor. Please try to maximize the vouchers by getting close to $5 and/or $10 increments.

Vouchers are valid through May 16th – October 20th, 2025

Eligible Products:

ONLY: Any variety of fresh, dried, frozen, whole, or juiced- fruits and vegetables, and juice (without added sugar, fats, oil, or salt). Includes fresh and dried herbs, dried beans, mushroom kits, edible plants starts/seeds, nuts, grains, meat, fish, poultry, eggs, cheese, honey, bread, pickles, fermented foods, salsa, jam, jellies, cider, and dried tea.

* Disclaimer: If vendors or staff at the Coos Bay Farmer’s Market report incidents of disrespectful behavior or negative interactions from voucher users’, continued participation in the program may be suspended due to this reason. Each Voucher is assigned to the recipient receiving the booklets.

Please always be respectful and act appropriate as a representative of the Hands of Harvest Voucher Program by Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians. This is an amazing opportunity for tribal households and the future of the program will be determined by vendor and market feedback.

*CTCLUSI holds no responsibility for lost or stolen vouchers and vouchers will not be redistributed or replaced.

Contact for questions or concerns:

Nicole Romine

Tribal Tobacco Prevention Program Specialist II

541-294-9341

nromine@ctclusi.org

Honoring the Journey, Celebrating the Future

Annual Student Recognition Celebration 2025

Date: July 12, 2025

Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: CTCLUSI Community Center

Please join us as we celebrate our Tribal graduates. This annual event honors the academic achievements, cultural growth, and leadership of CTCLUSI youth and students.

Food & Refreshments: Catered by Wildflour Café

If you have questions please contact Morgan Cloud at mcloud@ctclusi.org

Please RSVP by clicking the link: https://laserfiche.ctclusi.org/Forms/Graduation-Celebration

Tribal Government Office Closure Notice for Monday, May 26, 2025. All Tribal Government Offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Remember and Honor the Sacrifices of Our Native American Service Men and Women and All Others this Memorial Day.

hiisa, k’ele, luuwii, thank you for your service.

CTCLUSI Education Department is inviting public input on our Child Care Development Fund, CCDF, which outlines our childcare services for eligible members within our 5-county service area.
This plan focuses on ensuring childcare remains responsive to the needs of tribal families. We want to hear from you—whether you’re a parent, guardian, caregiver, or provider—your feedback helps us strengthen the support we offer.

How to Participate:
• View the Draft Plan: CTCLUSI Website, Citizen Portal
• Submit Comments By: June 20, 2025
• Provide Feedback: education@ctclusi.org

This is your opportunity to help shape the future of childcare services for our member community.

Effective Wednesday, May 7, 2025, the new location of the Tribes’ Eugene Outreach Office will be:

149 W. 12^th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97401

The phone number will remain the same: 541-744-1334.

The Tribes’ Planning Department, with the direction from Tribal Council, has been searching to locate an office sufficient for the Tribes to purchase in order to alleviate the long-time expenses of leasing and provide more space for programs and services in the Eugene Area. There is ample parking located in the back of the building with ADA access.

This new two-story building will be able to continue to serve the Tribal membership without interruption from dedicated staff for Administrative Support, Elders Program and Services, Health Services, Education, and Social Services. This location will also allow for future expansion of outreach support from the Department of Culture and Natural Resources, Planning Department, Housing Department, and the Health Department.

We hope to see you soon and look forward to serving you at this new location.

We’re excited to announce that this year’s Fresh Air Day Camp will be held in person from July 14th–18th and July 21st–25th at the Tribal Hall Reservation (338 Wallace Ave, Coos Bay, OR). Camp runs daily from 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM, and is open to all youth ages 5 and older.

Week One will feature nature-based outdoor adventures—exploring, learning, and engaging with the natural world.

Week Two dives into a full cultural immersion with this year’s Language Camp: Language Strong. Youth will learn alongside tribal families and elders, reconnecting with traditional language and cultural activities in a fun and meaningful way.

Registration Deadline: June 30, 2025  

 Once registered, you will receive an email confirmation with details.

For questions or more information, please contact: 
Angela Henry- (808) 809-7001 / ahenry@ctclusi.org

Come join us for two amazing weeks of growth, connection, and fun!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Three Rivers Casino in Coos Bay Celebrates 10th Anniversary
COOS BAY, Ore. – Three Rivers Casino in Coos Bay is proud to celebrate a major milestone, 10 years of providing top-notch gaming, exceptional dining, and a welcoming atmosphere on the Oregon Coast.
Since opening its doors in 2015, Three Rivers Coos Bay has grown into a local destination, offering more than 250 games, exciting promotions, and a friendly, vibrant gaming environment. With a focus on guest experience and continuous innovation, the casino remains committed to delivering fun and value with every visit.
“Our Three Rivers Coos Bay location has always been about more than just games,” said Chuck Baker, General Manager of Three Rivers Casino. “It’s about community. It’s about creating a space where people feel welcomed, supported, and entertained. Over the past decade, we’ve weathered challenges and celebrated successes together, and we’re just getting started.”
A community favorite is Café 1297, consistently ranked among the top ten local dining spots. Guests can enjoy delicious, comforting meals while taking in the excitement of the gaming floor just steps away.
“On the tenth anniversary of the opening of the Three Rivers Casino Coos Bay, I reflect on how far we have come,” said Brad Kneaper, Tribal Chair of the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqu and Siuslaw Indians. “Three Rivers Coos Bay has performed very well for the Tribe and has become a place that many people enjoy for meals and for recreational gaming. The Casino helps the Tribal Government provide essential services to the Tribal Membership and helps us steward our Trust and Traditional Homelands to protect the Cultural and Natural Resources found on the lands and Hearts of the Tribe.”
Behind the scenes, the casino’s success is driven by a passionate team that prides itself on delivering exceptional service. “The past decade has tested our collective strength, especially during times like the pandemic and economic shifts,” added Baker. “But thanks to the creativity, dedication, and resilience of our team members and the ongoing support of our guests, we’ve come out stronger than ever.”

Media Contact: Rich Colton, Director of Marketing rcolton@threeriverscasino.com

About Three Rivers Casino Resort
Owned and operated by the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians, Three Rivers Casino Resort has strong ties to the surrounding community along the Central Oregon Coast. As one of the largest employers in the area, Three Rivers provides resources and opportunities for tribal and non-tribal members in the region. In addition to providing local jobs, Three Rivers sponsors local arts programs for professional and children’s theater and donates to dozens of local and regional nonprofit organizations. It has become a pillar of community support; the philanthropic spirit of Three Rivers Casino is felt deeply on the Central Oregon Coast and statewide. For more information, visit threeriverscasino.com

Join us for the Second annual Language Revitalization Camp: “Language Strong”

This year’s theme, “Language Strong,” celebrates the power of reclaiming our ancestral language as a path to healing, strength, and unity. By bringing our language back into our homes, hearts, and communities, we grow stronger together.

This in-person Family Day Camp invites CTCLUSI families, government staff, language class participants, and their households to come together for an enriching cultural experience. We’ll celebrate our heritage, reconnect with one another, and strengthen our bonds through shared learning and Language Revitalization.

Come be part of this journey—because when we speak our Language, we speak our Strength.

Date: July 21st – 25th 2025

Location: In-person learning will take place in and around Tribal Hall & the Community Center with various activities and sessions planned throughout the area. For those traveling from out of the area, overnight camping will be available at Sunset Bay Campground, located about 9 miles (a 20-minute drive) from Tribal Hall.

Tribal Hall Location:
Tribal Hall Reservation
338 Wallace Ave
Coos Bay, OR

Registration Deadline: July 7, 2025
To ensure your spot at Language Camp, we strongly recommend registering by June 15, 2025. Space is limited, and early registration ensures you a camping spot.

Camping Accommodations:
This camp offers an exciting opportunity to Camp at beautiful Sunset Bay Campground. Bring your camping gear and embrace the spirit of community and connection with the land. Families and Language Camp participants have the opportunity to overnight camping at the Sunset Bay Campground from Sunday, July 20th – (Check in 4:00 PM) to Saturday, July 26th – (Check Out 1:00 PM) *Please note that CTCLUSI is unable to extend campsites reservations or provide any other overnight accommodations after the end of Language Camp.

Each campsite can accommodate up to 8 people and one vehicle. Yurts will be available for Elders to ensure comfort and accessibility. While campers are expected to bring their own gear, there is limited camping equipment available in case something is forgotten.

If you have any questions about camping or yurt accommodations, please contact Angela Henry at ahenry@ctclusi.org or 808-809-7001.

We encourage families to learn and grow together at Language Camp. This camp is designed for both youth and their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) to participate together. For that reason, youth under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times. Parents/guardians are expected to remain on site for the full duration of camp, except in the case of an emergency.

The Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians (CTCLUSI) Circles of Healing (COH) Program works to bring awareness and to support victims of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Stalking, and Human Trafficking.

The month of May includes Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples (MMIP) Day (observed Nationally on May 5th). This day is to recognize high rates of missing and murdered indigenous women, girls, boys, and men. Cases of missing and murdered indigenous people are often underreported and untracked. One in three Native American women may experience violence in their lifetime, while 1 in 4 Native American men may experience violence in theirs. Indigenous Men and Women both had the second highest rate of murder in the United States in 2020. In 2016, there were 5,712 reported missing indigenous people in the United States.

The CTCLUSI COH team will be holding an event on the Coos Bay Boardwalk on Saturday, May 10, 2025 to raise awareness of this topic. This event is open to the community. The Tribe will be holding space for participants would like to hold signs along Highway 101 to help raise awareness.

The COH team will be hosting the event at the Coos Bay Boardwalk from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Food, raffles, and space along the boardwalk for signs to raise awareness about MMIP will be available. Participants are asked to wear the color RED to also help bring awareness to MMIP. In many Indigenous cultures, the color red is believed to be a color that the ancestors, spirits of the deceased can see. Wearing red is a way to show solidarity and raise awareness about the MMIP crisis.

If you or a loved one are experiencing or have experienced Sexual Assault, please reach out to the Circles of Healing team. We are here to help. To reach a confidential Advocate, call 541-294-8624 or 541-808-8152.

National help is also available through the StrongHearts Native Helpline. StrongHearts Native Helpline 1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483) is a safe, anonymous, and confidential domestic and sexual violence helpline for Native Americans and Alaska Natives, offering support and advocacy. Learn more at https://strongheartshelpline.org/