Oshkiimaajitahdah Red Lake Public Law 102-477

PUBLIC LAW 102-477

What is Public Law 102-477?

The P.L. 102-477 Act allows tribest o integrate employment, training and related services into a single program with a single budget. Under this act, known as our 477 program, we have implemented several services to help our tribal members with higher education assistance, gain employment, get the training they need and provide general assistance and services.

Services Provided

General Assistance (GA) provides individuals within the Red Lake Nation cash assistance to cover their basic needs. There are two types of GA, which include:
- Medical GA - Unable to work

Job Search GA - adult basic education, job skills training, work experience opportunities

Supportive Services offers assistance to clients with employment which may include the following:
- Work clothing
- Tools
- Training/Education
- Transportation
- Car Repair
- Car Insurance
- Referrals to other programs
Higher Education: is also known as the Red Lake Nation Scholarship
We offer both graduate and undergraduate scholarships
Summer Youth Program - This program is available for youth ages 14-21 that provides jobs during the summer months at local participating locations.
Work Experience
- An opportunity to be employed on a contract that may lead to full time employment

Eligibility Requirements

Completed Intake application form
Valid Identification
Must be enrolled in a Federally Recognized Tribe
Living within the Red Lake Nation boundaries
Income eligible (@00% FPG)

To Apply

Click the APPLY button below to register for an account, fill out a pre-screen questionnaire (which will let you know what other programs available at Oshkiimaajitahdah that you may be eligible for) and to begin the intake process;

APPLY

In person at Oshkiimaajitahdah
Email request to 477@redlakenation.org for one to be emailed or mailed to you

Return completed applications to:

In person at Oshkiimaajitahdah
By mail to P.O. Box 416 Redby, MN 56670
Fax to 218-679-4317
Email to 477@redlakenation.org

Contact Information

Give us a call at 218-679-3350