The author discusses their commitment to supporting a friend, a talented grandmother, who struggles with poverty. By creating an online storefront for her handmade products, they aim to foster financial independence not only for her but for other Indigenous people as well. The project aspires to decrease poverty in Indian Country and instill a sense of pride through self-employment. The author emphasizes the importance of building micro-businesses and offers a link to the online store for those interested in unique gifts.
"I have a strong friend who is a grandmother, a grand person, and lives in poverty that rivals that of us Indns. Proud, not accepting of welfare, she raised 9 good children..."
"If the site works for us, it will work for other Indns, and thereby we will decrease poverty in Indian Country while increasing pride of accomplishment..."
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