Ma’mo’weh Wii’soo’ka’tiwin (People Helping People) Foundation is dedicated to raising funds for new projects and programs that will meet a wide range of needs like health promotion, child and youth development, employment support and long-term care. These services are changing lives.

People are gaining new skills, improving their physical and mental health and coming together as strong families and communities. The healing has begun, but there is still much to do to preserve the Anishinaabe way of life for the next seven generations.

The Foundation was established to support the work of the Kenora Chiefs Advisory (KCA), an alliance of nine independent First Nations within the Western Region of Treaty 3 Territory. This territory is spread over 3,600 square kilometres in northwestern Ontario and home to over 4,200 people.

Since 1995, the Kenora Chiefs Advisory has been providing the health, education and social services that enhance the wellbeing and build the capacity of every community member.

Now is the time to build on our progress with independent, flexible funding that encourages innovation for even greater impact.

We have the ideas, and with your donation to Ma’mo’weh Wii’soo’ka’tiwin Foundation, in support of KCA, we can make them happen.

Mission

Harnessing the power of people helping people to heal, change and enrich lives in nine First Nation communities.

Vision

Strong Anishinaabe people, families and communities, now and for the next seven generations.

Values

Respect

Respect all life on Mother Earth. Respect Elders and people of all races. Honour all of Creation. Never hurt or humiliate others with unkind words. The essence of respect is to give and share.

Love

Love is the essence of life.  Always act in love.  Love the Creator.  Love Mother Earth.  Love yourself, your family, and your fellow human beings. Find compassion and understanding for yourself and others. Aspire to live in truth and harmony.

Courage

Listen to your heart. It takes courage to do what is right. Never be afraid to stand up for what you believe in. Take risks and learn new things, even when it means leaving the safe and familiar.

Honesty

Live and speak from the heart. Never lie, steal or gossip. Be honest with yourself and others. Be true to your word and walk with honour.

Wisdom

Everyone has been given a special gift. Use that gift to build a peaceful world. Seek to learn all you can and take the time to reflect upon our teachings.

Humility

All are equal in the eyes of the Creator and in the human family. Think of others before yourself.  Ask others for their thoughts and guidance and acknowledge your limitations. Humble yourself to the Creator by being thankful.

Truth

Always seek Truth.  Be accountable for all you say and do. Believe in yourself. Live the Truth by living all these teachings – Respect, Love, Courage, Honesty, Wisdom and Humility – and bring them to the world.