GET ROOTED

Get Rooted, provides strategic management consulting services for Tribal Governments. Our work is firmly rooted in the principles of Indigenous sovereignty, honoring the inherent rights and diverse traditions of Indigenous Peoples through collaborative and holistic consulting practices.

Consulting Services Overview

Working in collaboration with Tribal Government officials or leadership and management teams to cultivate internal capacity, develop or build sustainable programs, systems and services deeply rooted in sovereignty. Get Rooted would be honored to work with your Tribal Nation. Learn more about our culturally relevant consulting support services and how our work aligns to your Tribe’s needs and vision.

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  • Our Grants Management and Compliance services are designed to help meet your organization's funding needs. More than just securing the funding needed we help develop customized systems within your organization to stay compliant.

    Our skilled subject matter experts' can assist with:

    - Grant proposal writing and submission.

    -Support for Grant Program Managment to gain clear understanding regarding funding requirements and regulations.

    - Design grant programs to meet Tribal Government goals and address community needs while aligning to funding regulations.

    -Comprehensive review to identify and address potential concerns with regard to regulatory requirements.

    - Grant compliance management systems including development and implementation of ongoing monitoring plans for adherence to funding requirements

    - Systems to promote detailed reporting and documentation support to maintain transparency and accountability

    -Employee Training for all responsible stakeholders based on grant requirements

    For more information, please see the Grants Services page and Contact Us for a free consultation.

  • Strong education programs and workforce development support community growth, build internal capacity, and establish strong foundations for generations.

    With over 8 years in Executive Leadership with Outstanding Performance and Results in Tribal Education comprehensive services programs and systems development and design of from Early Childhood, Head Start, K-12, and Post Secondary Support Services, Adult Education, Language and Cultural and initiatives. Including planning, design, major construction, procurement, project management of innovative and state of the art Tribal Education Facilities.

    Whether you are looking for support with improving an existing program or planning to launch a new initiative.

    Our expert services include:

    - Design and Development of Strategic or Operational plans Comprehensive systems and coordinated service plans; for program development and implementation, data collection and reporting across Tribal educational programs such as Early Childhood, Head Start, K-12, and Post Secondary Support Services, Adult Education, Language and Cultural and initiatives.

    - Internal Program, Policy and Procedural Review and Preparation to identify risks, improvement needs and support compliance efforts.

    -Expertise in developing Policy and Procedure including Operations, Health and Safety, EPDRR Plans, Background, HR, and much more for Tribal Education and Tribal Early Childhood Programs including, Head Start and CCDF Programs.

    -Experience in needs assessment, budgeting, design, development, for construction of Tribal Center Educational Facilities.

    -Experience in preconstruction planning, procurement, RFP, RFB, selection for project management services and scopes of work.

    -Program alignment and implementation of changes to grantor standards and final rules.

    - Data Analysis and review for remediation, acceleration, and transitions.

    - Professional development and training programs to enhance skills and knowledge or to support grantor service requirements.

    -Development of Ongoing Monitoring Plans for Early Childhood, Head Start, JOM, Title VI, and other grants to support compliance and quality services.

    - Workforce development strategies to prepare community members for employment opportunity

    - Collaboration with educational institutions and industry partners to create meaningful pathways

    -Subject Matter experts in comprehensive educational systems, grants, design and construction, program development, compliance, policy and procedure and strategic planning.

    To learn more visit our Education Services page or contact us for a free consultation.

  • Customized support in drafting policies and procedures that meet Tribal Government department, division, department or program needs. Whether the need is to support program goals, address a challenge with or deficiency or to navigate complex grantor or other regulations and requirements.

    Our expert Policy and Procedure services include:

    -Complete review, update, of existing policies and procedures.

    -Support in identification and development of additional policies and procedures to streamline processes, support or address challenges within in programs or services

    - Policy writing and revision to align with program needs, best practices and regulatory standards (Tribal, Federal or State)

    - Ongoing Monitoring plans to support continued adherence to all relevant regulations

    -Drafting Tribal Services Program Policies to navigate the intricacies for Tribal General Welfare Support Programs.

    -Devise Policy and Procedures for new programs or existing programs to meet compliance needs

    Contact us for a free consultation.

  • Our strategic and management services provide a roadmap for your Tribe, program, department, or project’s needs. Whether you are planning for future success or looking improve your organizations current operations or planning for future success.

    We believe that at the root of any successful collaboration begins with understanding of your Tribe's needs.

    Together with your team we can help identify, access and address challenges, improve efficiency, and promote organizational success.

    Our culturally relevant solutions and services provide meaningful support.

    Below are some of the ways we can help:

    - Work closely with Tribal Council and other leadership to understand your needs, vision, and goals for strategic planning.

    - Develop all or any combination of Strategic Plans, Tactical Plans, Operational Plans, and/ or Succession Plans.

    -Help plan and prepare for construction or project management.

    - Support procurement with drafting RFPs/RFB's or scope of work documents.

    -Prepare and conduct community or program needs assessment.

    -Data Collection and Analysis to support program planning and development that is reflective of the holistic needs of the community.

    - Improve Organizational and Program Outcomes through program development services that not only comply with funding requirements but also optimize the benefits available to Tribal communities.

    -Work closely with Human Resources and Accounting Teams to conduct internal staff analysis to support efficiency, restructure programs to maximize funding, optimize function and services.

    -Support Tribal Government and Program goals through partnership building with local, state, and federal entities we are skilled at drafting MOU/MOA, Operational Plans, Policy and Procedures that align to your needs and goals.

    Contact us for a free consultation.

  • Development and preservation of Tribal Language and Cultural Initiatives. Ensuring all services are rooted in sovereignty, cultural identity and reflective of your Tribes Language goals.

    Our Language and Cultural Preservation services offer:

    - Development and support of language cultural preservation strategic plans and program initiatives

    - Assistance with innovative language and cultural education resources, projects, and curriculum

    - Planning and execution of language and cultural programs including staffing plans, job descriptions, policies, procedures, materials and resources.

    - Documentation and archiving of Tribal Culture and Language Programs, and Oral histories

    For More Information see our Language Preservation page or Contact Us for a free consultation.

  • Building strong relationships within the community and with external stakeholders is key to successful governance, program, and project implementation. Our services include:

    - Facilitation of community meetings and forums to collect input and feedback, analyze and report on data.

    - Development of outreach strategies and Family and Community Engagement Programs or Curriculum to engage Tribal member participation in program efforts.

    - Communication planning to ensure clear, consistent, and transparent messaging

    -Conduct cross sector review of services to help facilitate and develop resources for services coordination

    Contact Us for a free consultation