The Cheyenne River Youth Project announced today that it has unveiled an online recommended reading list for those who are interested in learning more about Native cultures, history, traditions, and life ways. But that’s not all — visitors can purchase books directly...
News & Updates
Hall of Fame: Kicopi Washburn
Kicopi Washburn grew up in Eagle Butte, at the heart of South Dakota’s Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation. Although she has lived here since she was 8 years old, she didn’t start attending CRYP programming until she was 14. “That’s when I was old enough to apply for an...
CRYP Commemorates Return to In-Person Learning with Safe “Back to School Bash”
As schools on South Dakota’s Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation prepare to welcome children back to in-person learning on Mar. 8, the staff at the Cheyenne River Youth Project is getting ready to commemorate the occasion with a special, and safe, Back to School Bash....
CRYP Distributes 1,100 Food Boxes to Cheyenne River Community
With support from Feeding South Dakota and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Cheyenne River Youth Project distributed 1,100 food boxes to community members on Tuesday, Feb. 23. The nonprofit youth organization’s small staff and a group of youth volunteers...
CRYP Brings Back “Growing into Wowachinyepi” for 2021
In collaboration with the Center for Native American Youth at the Aspen Institute, the Cheyenne River Youth Project is bringing back the popular “Growing into Wowachinyepi” program for 2021. CRYP and CNAY are currently accepting applications for this second cohort,...
Passion for Fashion Returns on Saturday, Mar. 20 — With a New Name and Virtual Space
The Cheyenne River Youth Project announced today that Passion for Fashion will be back for 2021 — in a safe, virtual space. Scheduled for Saturday, Mar. 20, this intergenerational wellness event will include a curbside drive-thru luncheon, self-care kits, keynote...
CRYP Launches Winter Clothing Drive, Will Distribute to Families Throughout February
On Monday, Feb. 1, the Cheyenne River Youth Project officially launched its annual Winter Clothing Drive, seeking to provide families on South Dakota’s remote Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation with warm coats, boots, and other winter wear. Instead of hosting a...
CRYP Welcomes Winter Cohort of Teen Interns
It’s a new year, and for the Cheyenne River Youth Project, that means it’s time to welcome the winter cohort of teen interns. In February, Cheyenne River youth will begin five-week-long internship programs in Native Wellness, Indigenous Foods & Cooking, and Art....
Executive Julie Garreau Joins the Gratitude Network’s 2021 Gratitude Fellowship Cohort
The Gratitude Network, a Pleasanton, California-based leadership development organization, announced on Jan. 22 that it has selected Julie Garreau, executive director for the Cheyenne River Youth Project, to be part of this year’s Gratitude Fellowship cohort. Garreau...
CRYP Serves More Than 265 Families in the 2020 Wo Otúh’an Wi Toy Drive
The Cheyenne River Youth Project's Wo Otuh’an Wi, or “Moon of Giving Away Presents,” finally came to an end this past Friday, Jan. 15. Over the last several weeks, the nonprofit youth organization’s small staff — just 10 people — sorted, wrapped, and safely delivered...