Crazy Horse Memorial

Overview
Headquarters: 
Crazy Horse, SD, USA
Website: 
crazyhorsememorial.org
Size: 
51-200 employees
Areas of Focus: 
Philanthropy / Grantmaking Foundation
Populations Served: 
All Populations
About Us
Mission: 

The Mission of Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation is to protect and preserve the cultures, traditions, and living heritage of the North American Indians. The Foundation demonstrates its commitment to this endeavor by following these objectives:

Continuing the progress on the world’s largest sculptural undertaking by carving a Memorial of Lakota leader Crazy Horse;

Providing educational and cultural programming to encourage harmony and reconciliation among all peoples and nations;

Acting as a repository for Native American artifacts, arts, and crafts through THE INDIAN MUSEUM OF NORTH AMERICA® and THE NATIVE AMERICAN EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL CENTER®;

Establishing and operating THE INDIAN UNIVERSITY OF NORTH AMERICA®, and when practical, a medical training center for American Indians.

Why Work For Us?: 

Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation is governed by a diverse Board of Directors, which includes Native and non-Native members. The Foundation is led by an CEO, Whitney A. Rencountre ll , and supported by  talented staff. The Board of Directors and the leadership of Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation are committed to carry on the Dream. Their passion for progress in all aspects of the Foundation's mission "to protect and preserve the culture, tradition, and living heritage of the North American Indians" is strong as is the desire to keep the promise Korczak made to Standing Bear.

Ultimately, the future of Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation continues to take shape – a future in which a mission will continue to be met, a dream will continue to resonate, and an educational and humanitarian project will continue to endure. A project that began with a letter has grown into an icon of history, culture, and humanity. This was made possible through the work of a dedicated man and woman as well as the diligent staff, Board of Directors, and supportive visitors. And now, with the help the CEO along with the diverse staff and students, the Memorial will continue to possess far-reaching implications for both the State of South Dakota and the Nation. Consequently, a new horizon awaits for this vibrant 501(c)3 Foundation -- spread out before the world as an example of what can be, what should be, and what will one day be . . . a dream realized.

industry: 
Nonprofit