This is a tribal nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Native American children and families by providing culturally tailored support, education, and resources for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Founded in 2022, Acorns to Oak Trees was formed to serve tribal children and families who were underserved by traditional service providers. This organization is grounded in the belief that it takes a village to raise a child, but also a village to restore one. This philosophy is exemplified by their village of support through education, nutrition, and culturally tailored therapies that empower native children to heal, grow, and thrive.

Acorns to Oak Trees serves native children developmental delays and disabilities through a wide range of approaches ranging from home visiting programs to equine therapy.

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