Cherokees Helping Cherokees
ᏣᎳᎩ ᎠᏓᎾᏗᎠ ᏣᎳᎩ (Tsalagi Adanadia Tsalagi)
Cherokee Nation At-Large Mutual Assistance, Inc. is a charitable organization dedicated to honoring and preserving Cherokee sovereignty, culture, and values. We support At-Large citizens by providing meaningful assistance for those facing financial hardships and unique challenges.
Why We Exist
Over 320,000 Cherokee Nation citizens live at-large—outside the reservation and often without access to tribal services. Federal funding and many tribal programs do not serve citizens living off-reservation. About 12% of at-large tribal citizens report financial hardship.
What We Do
CNALMA provides one-time assistance to at-large Cherokee Nation citizens. We are currently able to assist with burial expenses, and shelter expenses up to $1,000. This support is available once per household per year.
Our ability to assist is funded through charitable donations from caring individuals and organizations and changes over time based on demand and donations.
Our Story
Cherokee Nation At-Large Mutual Assistance was founded in 2023 to serve citizens who live beyond the reservation. We are guided by the Cherokee principle of di-ga-da- tse-li-i—“we belong to one another”—and operate as a volunteer-run, citizen-led nonprofit with 501(c)(3) status.
We Belong to One Another
Empower Cherokee Families in Crisis
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Help us meet our 2025 fundraising goal of $150,000 to support At‑Large Cherokee households in emergency need
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Your gift of $18.35 is a practice of Cherokee culture deeply rooted in the concept of interconnectedness, where helping others is not just a choice but a fundamental responsibility for maintaining balance in the world. Generosity without expectation are Cherokee values that teach no matter where we are, we are Tsa la gi a li sda li ha Tsa la gi (Cherokee helping Cherokee).
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Your donation goes directly to help At‑Large Cherokee citizens in crisis. We’re Cherokee-led, and committed to honoring every dollar with accountability and care.
Help Us Reach Our Goal of $150,000!
We’ve currently raised $140, 141 of our goal as of Sept, 30, 2025!
Help us reach our year end goal by donating today!
If your business or corporation would like to become a partner, please learn more below!
“This organization made me feel connected to the Cherokee Tribe again. Your help made all the difference. Thank You!” - Adair S. Family
“Thank you so very much. My home will be fully functional for the first time!!!No more extension cords and safe!!! Real lights! Outlets, light switches!!! I'm so happy!” - Davis Family