Established 2020.

A social enterprise for Indigenous Children…

Niniijaanis is building a collective ecosystem for American Indian children and families. Our work addresses early educational disparities through Niniijaanis culturally-relevant learning materials and curriculum, supports public health through our MMIW basketball initiatives, and develops local economies for our American Indian artists, educators & culture bearers through our One of One efforts to fundraise with Indigenous made original & limited-edition items.

Let us put our minds together and see what life we can make for our children.

-Chief Sitting Bull (Hunkpapa Lakota)

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Join us for the Spring Break Buckets Basketball Camp & Runs, a community sponsored event to help raise funds for the 2026 Indigenous People's Weekend + Native American Food Truck Festival 2026. All are welcome to participate in the free gym activities & support the fundraising activities. Fundraising activities include a silent auction (donations welcomed on site), food truck fundraiser with Trickster Tacos LLC & Steven D's, & a Vendor Market hosted by Blue Hummingbird Woman ($20/vendor, MUST REGISTER).

Event Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026

Event Time: 12-4pm, vendor set up at 11am

Event Address: St Paul Harding High School (1540 6th St E, St Paul, MN 55106)

Gym activities hosted by Niniijaanis One of Ones & the St. Paul Harding Lady Knights. No registration required for basketball events, please arrive 10-15 minutes early!

12-1pm: Little Hoopsters (3rd-8th Grade) Skills & Drills with the Harding Lady Knights

1-2pm: Boys & Girls High School Open Runs

2-3pm: Women’s 18+ Adult Open Runs

3-4pm: Men’s 18+ Adult Open Runs

Miigwech, thank you in advance for your support!