There is a lot of support between families and the community itself as a whole. Individuals are very autonomous but there is a strong sense of belonging to a group. First is the family, second is the community, third to a nation, fourth is other Native people/Nations.And the relationships, support and the responsibility for the welfare of the people/group radiates through all. think men are more involve with the children than in mainstream society. Itâs not uncommon for men to be a primary caregiver nor to be the custodial parent in a single parent family. Because family ties are very strong, when you look at single parent families they are much different then that of mainstream society.
My claim with the St. Pete VARO is dragging like most, 14 months and have been in Preparation for decision for just over 4 months. Today 8/20/12 still waiting, 125 days in the decision phase (They say the average is 70 days at St. Pete VARO) just my luck I'm above average! 422 days since the recieved my initial claim.
Phases of a Capital Campaign PLANNING AND PREPARATION: Take as much time as is needed. This process often takes a year or two. PRE-CAMPAIGN: The process of identifying prospects, setting firm goals, setting the timeline, deciding when and how to launch. This phase takes about three months.f you do add an endowment component to your capital campaign, be sure you are able to handle endowment funds. You will need to know either how to invest this money for growth and return or whom to ask to do this for you. An endowment is most appropriate for a group that has decided that it needs to exist in perpetuity.