About Mary Kiona Foundation
Our Mission
Our mission at the Mary Kiona Foundation is to create a permanent supportive environments, resources, and education that preserve Indigenous knowledge, foster healing, and strengthen the bonds of our community to heal from intergenerational trauma and long lasting inequities. We are dedicated to honoring the enduring legacy of Mary Kiona by actively reclaiming and revitalizing Native American cultural heritage and celebrating the rich ancestral contributions of our people.
Our Vision
Our vision is rooted in demonstrating how maintaining and nurturing a strong cultural identity can strengthen community and support wellness. Actively preserving and revitalizing Native American cultural heritage.
Our Values
Are to be of service by addressing the needs of the community
to can create holistic environments where our community will thrive to accomplish economic equity, social justice and sustainability.
About MARY KIONA
Mary Kiona, born in 1855, was a Yakama tribal member. She saw the first wagons appear in 1863. She also guided the first Europeans down the Cowlitz River.
Mary Kiona was an expert basket weaver.
Mary Kiona lived to be over 115 years old.