The Minnesota Star Tribune covers the first-of-its-kind partnership between the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) and Girls on the Run Minnesota through the tribe’s Indigefit Kids campaign.

As part of a grant to Girls on the Run Minnesota, the partnership supports the creation of Girls on the Run teams within the state’s Native American communities and will cover the outreach efforts, volunteer training, and all participant costs for up to 600 Native girls in grades 3-8 over the next three years.

“Through IndigeFit Kids, we are working to close health disparities among young Native Americans in Minnesota by giving them more access and resources to lead active, healthy lives,” said SMSC Vice-Chairwoman Natasha K. Hacker, who co-chairs the IndigeFit Kids campaign. “Girls on the Run inspires and empowers girls across the state, and its mission aligns perfectly with the goals of this campaign. We are proud to support this partnership, which will benefit hundreds of Native girls statewide.”

About IndigeFit Kids
IndigeFit Kids is a philanthropic campaign of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) to support the health and well-being of Native youth in Minnesota. By prioritizing physical activity and healthy lifestyles, we’re on a mission to empower young people to build strong bodies and minds. The health of Native youth today is fundamental to the vitality of Native communities for generations to come. Learn more at indigefitkids.org.