Direct Employment Program

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	The Kawerak Direct Employment (DE) Program provides a one-time grant to eligible tribal members who reside in the Bering Strait-Norton Sound region. Direct Employment grants assist tribal members with employment related needs and start-up living expenses in order to retain full-time employment.
	ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: Must be Alaska Native or American Indian and a member of a federally recognized tribe. Must reside in the Bering Strait-Norton Sound region (minimum of one [1] year). Gambell and Nome Eskimo Community tribal members must apply to their local IRA Council. Must have a regular full-time job, 3 months or longer @ 40 hours a week. Have not received Direct Employment Assistance before. Must show financial need.
	APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Verification of tribal Enrollment (see your local IRA) Copy of your state birth certificate. Letter of Intent/Request, stating why financial assistance is needed and the amount of your need. (Outline your needs and specific amounts) Employment Verification Landlord Verification *Additional required documents, if family members are included in your request: Copy of marriage certificate Copy of your dependent(s) birth certificate(s) Verification of tribal membership-for spouse and dependents.	Setting Rafters in White Mountain
	Contact Direct Employment: Kawerak, Inc. P.O. Box 948 Nome, AK 99762 Phone: 1-800-450-4351 or 907-443-4480 Fax : 907-443-4479 Click here to email Direct Employment Back to Top

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