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Dear Tribes and Tribal Members, I am humbly honored and grateful to have been elected as the Chief/Chairman of Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC). This is a great honor, and I will carry it with respect for those who came before us and with a strong commitment to those who will come after. I would like to take a moment to …
The 42 member Tribes of Tanana Chiefs Conference elected Sharon Hildebrand of Nulato to serve a three-year term as Chief/Chairman during the 2026 Annual Convention and Full Board of Directors Meeting, held March 9–12. Following the announcement of the election results, Chief Hildebrand invited incumbent Brian Ridley of Eagle to address the delegates, asking those in attendance to recognize his …
The theme of this year’s Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) Annual Convention was brought to life through a powerful keynote reflecting on the past, present and future of Tribal health. The address featured longtime leaders, Second Traditional Chief Andy Jimmie and Dr. Jessica Black, who shared stories of perseverance, vision and deep commitment to the people of the region. Chief Andy …
During the final day of the 2026 Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) Annual Convention and Full Board of Directors Meeting, the TCC Full Board of Directors voted to elect Sharon Hildebrand of Nulato as the new Chief/Chairman of Tanana Chiefs Conference. The Chief/Chairman serves a three-year term (2026–2029) and provides leadership for the organization as it works in partnership with the …
By Aleisha Singh, TCC Learning & Development Coordinator The Make a Card for an Elder activity, created by the Tanana Chiefs Conference Leadership for Results Program, is a simple way to support wellness through connection. When families gather to make cards for Elders, they are doing more than art. They are sharing time, stories, and respect across generations. We encourage …
February was an important month for the future of Yukon River salmon. Tribal leaders, Elders, fishermen, and advocates from across the Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) region traveled and testified at both the Alaska Board of Fisheries and the North Pacific Fishery Management Council meetings, sharing a unified message: salmon must be protected and the responsibility for conservation must be shared. …
We at Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) are saddened to learn of the passing of Nick Alexia Sr. of Nikolai. Nick previously served on the TCC Executive Board of directors for many years as the Upper Kuskokwim representative and had previously served as First Chief of Nikolai. We are grateful for his leadership, guidance, and dedication to our people and communities. …
By David Atteberry, TCC Public Safety Manager Bullying is not always loud. Sometimes it shows up quietly in a harsh comment, in someone being excluded, or in repeated teasing that goes too far. In our rural communities, where everyone knows one another and our connections run deep, bullying can have lasting impacts on a person’s wellbeing, safety, and sense of …
Many families believe that completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) automatically means taking out student loans. This is a common misconception — and it’s important to know that FAFSA is not just for loans. While some students may not qualify for the Federal Pell Grant due to household income, submitting the FAFSA is still strongly encouraged. The …