Potawatomi tribe to distribute grants

The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation’s Charitable Contributions Committee plans to provide financial assistance to four organizations in Lawrence.

The nation plans to distribute $116,560 to 18 organizations during a ceremony Wednesday at the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation Bingo Hall in Mayetta.

Among those set to receive contributions:

¢ Lawrence Indian Art Show, $8,000.

¢ Lawrence Meals on Wheels, $2,000.

¢ Haskell Veterans Club, $5,000.

¢ Haskell Catholic Campus Center, $1,500.

The committee considers four areas of focus when determining the distribution of funds: education, health and community services, environment and religion.