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New Signage Beginning to Appear in Heronswood

In September of 2024, PGSF applied for the State of Washington Tourism’s Tourism Regeneration Grant, a grant aiming to “foster safer, more inclusive, and sustainable visitor experiences across the state and drive overnight visitation to rural and underserved communities.” State of Washington Tourism (SWT) is Washington State’s nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a healthy and…

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PGST’s 2nd Round of 2025 Community Investment Grants, another $125,000, to PSO Bluebills and Meals on Wheels Kitsap

On Monday, October 20th, the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal Council presented checks to recipients of the Community Investment Grant Program – its second and final round for 2025. PGST Council wanted to focus awards on organizations that support elder health and safety in Kitsap County. The chosen recipients for this round of funding were Meals…

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PGST Announces $125,000 in Grants to Kitsap Schools

The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe (PGST) has announced the launch of its new Community Investment Grant Program along with the first recipients for 2025: $125,000 in total gifts divided among Kitsap County’s public school districts. PGST’s Community Investment Grant Program is administered by the Port Gamble S’Klallam Foundation. “Education is something that can’t be taken…

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In Hartley Seventh Heaven – A New Greenhouse at Heronswood!

The new Hartley greenhouse build is now finished as of April 2025! The greenhouse will become fully operational in the coming months. Garden staff will then be able to utilize the pristine building for propagation and care of the many exotic and native plants collected from around the world. The Foundation and garden staff began…

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Employment Training

Employment Training

čáʔiʔ cxʷ (you and I are working) An employment training program is underway through the Tribe’s Career and Education Department that provides fundamental skill building for community members who have experienced repeated difficulty finding employment. Participants can learn how to search for jobs, build their resumes, interview and learn or hone their computer skills. Target…

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Heronswood Classes

Heronswood Garden Now Offering Classes!

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Stem Learning

S’Klallam Youth and STEM Solar Power

S’Klallam Middle Schoolers, with the help of volunteers, teachers and staff, installed solar lighting at Point Julia, near Port Gamble Bay two weeks ago. Thanks to funds from the Russell Family Foundation, S’Klallam Middle School students have been benefiting from science camps throughout the year. This winter’s science camp focused on alternative energy sources. S’Klallam…

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