Nch'i Wana Housing Honored by U.S. Senator

U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (Oregon) honored Nch'i Wana Housing (NWH) at his recent town hall in The Dalles, Oregon. He presented the organization with an American flag that flew at the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington D.C. Senator Merkley highlighted the work Debra Whitefoot, NWH's Executive Director, has done in establishing Nch'i Wana Housing 5 years ago and working to help secure housing for Native American families in the Columbia River Gorge. Debra gave a wonderful speech emphasizing the need for affordable housing for the Native community along the River.

NWH Board Members Paul Lumley, Karen Whitford, Fred Whitford, and Bernadette Grace were all present to witness this honor. NWH Staff and family were in attendance as well.