Summer is officially underway at NB3FIT, and our team is ready to make it count. We recently held our summer coaches training, where our newest group of coaches, many of them youth and young adults from our own communities, dug into sports curriculum, safety protocols and games to prepare for an active season ahead. These […]
As part of our Hydrate Your Hustle campaign, NB3 Foundation launched a youth coloring contest inviting youth to get creative and share why they choose water over sugary drinks. The goal was simple: engage youth in a fun and expressive way while hearing directly from them about what they know about healthy hydration. The entries […]
This month in support of youth cultural connections, we are featuring a member of our NB3 Foundation youth council, WynterRose Sheka of Tohatchi, New Mexico. She is Diné/Zuni/Ho-Chunk and recently graduated with her high school diploma and associate’s degree. Her post-high school plans include continuing her education and playing basketball at the college level. A […]
For many Native youth, sports offer more than just competition they offer connection, opportunity, and the chance to rewrite the narrative. Members of the NB3FIT Youth Golf Team, including Alyssandra Rodriguez and Zachary BlueEyes, are doing just that, showcasing what’s possible when talent meets community support and national opportunity. Through the NB3 Foundation and […]
As the spring season comes to a close, NB3FIT programs have plenty to celebrate. From record participation numbers to standout individual achievements, our youth athletes continue to shine. Golf: A Record-Breaking Spring The NB3FIT Golf program wrapped up its spring season with an impressive turnout, welcoming 42 young golfers – one of the largest groups […]
The Notah Begay III (NB3) Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of Jon Driskell as the organization’s next president and chief executive officer. Driskell steps into the role after five years of impactful leadership as the foundation’s chief operating officer (COO). During his time as COO, Driskell played a vital role in advancing the […]
Join us in recognizing two members of the NB3 Foundation Youth Council: WynterRose Sheka (#22, Tohatchi High School Senior) and Marcus Tenorio (#12, Santa Fe Indian School Freshman)! These two athletes are not only standouts on the court, but also passionate mentors and advocates off the court. As youth council members, they show up for […]
At the NB3 Foundation, we believe in the power of simple, positive changes to build strong, healthy Native youth and families. One of the easiest and most impactful changes we can all make is choosing water first and that’s the message we’re taking on the road with our Water First! Drink Up trailer. This mobile […]
We’re halfway through another incredible NB3FIT Soccer season, and we’re proud to report 113 youth registered across multiple sites: learning, growing and having fun on and off the field! This season, we’re supported by an amazing team of 10 volunteer coaches, some returning and some new to NB3FIT: Jared Lesansee – North Domingo Baca Park […]
On Saturday, March 22, the NB3 Foundation officially kicked off its Hydrate Your Hustle campaign with a high-energy virtual Launch Party, streamed live on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. The event brought together Native youth, families, educators, comedians, and athletes to inspire a movement focused on fueling our bodies, minds, and passions with one simple yet […]
