Base Value: FORTITUDE
Make it matter.
Timber To Totem is the spot for authentic indigenous art for a cause.
The Timber To Totem program is educational-based and taught by culture guardians who are experienced in the craft and proven teachers or have a desire to pass on their knowledge.
Culture guardian teaches community participants about the history of the craft, the importance to the community, and ways to be successful as a First Nations indigenous crafts person.
First Nation Foundation offers the platform and technical assistance, and provides basic materials for the coursework. Participants learn how to create a simple object, and if they choose,their crafted item may be entered into the annual competition, auctioned off for the Blankets and Baskets For Babies program. Culture Guardians also may donate a piece to the annual competition in their own category.
Participants get free posting of their craft on FNF's online store
The annual competition is judged by a panel of expert Culture Guardians
Project facility construction costs needed for carving, drawing, weaving, beading, and formline arts and indigenous crafts.
