Homeland Return Campaign: After a tremendously successful grassroots campaign, CHIRP fundraised over $2.5 million dollars and escrow closed in September 2024 following a lengthy negotiation with local government, the sellers, and county code enforcement. The purchase and rematriation of Yulića provides a tremendous potential for stability and healing for the Tribe, the environment, and the fabric of the Sierra Nevada foothills community.

Land + People

Yulića Tribal Housing: Five Tribal families are now housed on Yulića. CHIRP continues to work to bring the land and infrastructure into compliance with the State of California and Nevada County code, and hopes to provide housing to additional Tribal members under the existing Conditional Use Permit.

Tribal Health and Wellness: In 2024, CHIRP advanced its Tribal Wellness initiatives, supporting programs focused on Tribal Youth development, Tribal healthcare workers and liaisons, and Elder care. These efforts aim to address the profound impacts of historical trauma by fostering healing through Cultural connection and engagement. Looking ahead, these programs will find a dedicated home at the future Tribal Wellness Hub at Yulića, further strengthening the Tribe’s health and resilience.

Tribal Land Restoration Crew: A seven-member, Tribally-led team earned certification and began critical on-the-ground work to restore local ecosystems. Their efforts incorporate Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) to support healthy landscapes and implement Culturally-informed burns.

‘UBA SEO: Nisenan Arts + Culture: This year, CHIRP’s Visibility Through Art initiative brought powerful exhibits to life, sharing Tribal stories and confronting the erasure of the Nisenan people. Highlights included the Story of Land, Water, and People exhibit, which explored the interconnected relationship between the NCR Nisenan Tribe and their Ancestral Homelands. The gallery continues to serve as an inspiring space for education and engagement, amplifying the Tribe’s Cultural heritage and history.

Nisenan Language Revitalization: The language team and advisors made significant strides in creating new publications and digital tools, including a writing system and keyboard resources. These efforts are revitalizing the Nisenan language and ensuring its accessibility for future generations.

Cultural Revitalization at Yulića: With the acquisition of Yulića, the Tribe has unlocked a new layer of recovering their relationship with their Ancestral Homelands. As Tribal members have moved onto the Land, they have begun to revive their spiritual and Cultural land-based practices.

Community Education: CHIRP continued to educate the broader community about Nisenan history and identity, providing accessible resources through facilitated lectures, community workshops, and an updated learning resources page. These efforts deepen understanding, foster connection, and amplify the Tribe’s voice.

Capacity and Fund Development: This year, CHIRP also expanded it’s internal growth through hiring key staff and expanding organizational capacity. These developments are critical to ensuring long-term sustainability of CHIRP as the NCR Tribe’s nonprofit, and its ability to fulfill the mission of ensuring the Tribal community thrives in its Ancestral Homeland.