Hi ho   ne ho wa se   we ki ni
(Hello my good friend.)
"Procession Before War Dance", Ernest Spybuck    Credit: National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution (02/5735).
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe is primarily located in the heart of central Oklahoma with approximately 4,723 members who live in all parts of the world as of December 31, 2024. Our tribal government complex is located in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Our logo features Tecumseh, a Shawnee warrior and visionary leader, who worked to unite tribes in a common homeland where Indians could live under their own laws and leaders. He died in October 1813, in battle near the area of present day Thamesville, in Toronto, Canada. The LI-SI-WI-NWI in our logo means “Among the Shawnee”
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2025 General Assistance Program

Applications are now available for the 2025 General Assistance Program. Deadline for applications is December 31 at 5 pm CST. MUST be an enrolled member of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (on or before November 25th, 2025). MUST be 18 on or before November 25th, 2025). All AST Tribal Members ages 18 and older, enrolled as of November 25th, 2025 are eligible to receive a one (1) time payment of $100.00. For eligibility requirements and required documents, please read the flyer in its entirety. For questions, please call 405.275.4030 or email, 2025GAP@astribe.com To apply, click here,https://www.astribe.com/forms/2025-General-Assistance-Program  
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2025 Enrolled AST Children's Christmas Gift Cards Applications Online

Applications for the 2025 Enrolled AST Children's Christmas Gift Cards are now available online. To qualify, your child MUST BE 0-17 years of age on or before 12/31/25 and enrolled AST. To apply, click here https://www.astribe.com/forms/childrens-christmas-25-gift-card For questions, please call 405.275.4030 x3501 or email, giftcardhelp@astribe.com. PLEASE NOTE - The AST website electronic application is the ONLY way to apply and kids MUST be enrolled AST.
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Community Needs Survey

We want to hear from YOU! Your voice matters — help shape the Tribe's future by taking our Community Needs Survey. Survey ends December 20, 2025. To take the survey online, click here https://laserfiche.astribe.com/Forms/Community-Assessment-Survey
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AST Elderly Homeowner Safe Shelter Program

The AST Elderly Homeowner Safe Shelter program is now available. To apply, click here, https://www.astribe.com/forms/Elderly-Homeowner-Safe-Shelter
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Wills Clinic & Ask a Lawyer Event

Absentee Shawnee Native Outreach Event
Wills Clinic & Ask a Lawyer
AST Multi-Purpose Bldg, 2029 James L Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK
August 29, 2023 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
OILS will be available to provide answers to legal questions and take applications for legal services
OILS cannot provide advice if you currently have an attorney. We cannot provide advice for criminal matters involving the state district courts.
OILS must follow federal poverty guidelines to provide services.
www.oilsonline.org

Ask a Lawyer Event

Absentee Shawnee Native Outreach Event
Ask a Lawyer
AST Multi-Purpose Bldg, 2029 James L Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK
August 17, 2023 10 am - 2 pm
OILS will be available to provide answers to legal questions and take applications for legal services
OILS cannot provide advice if you currently have an attorney. We cannot provide advice for criminal matters involving the state district courts.
OILS must follow federal poverty guidelines to provide services.
www.oilsonline.org

Regular Executive Committee Meeting

The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Thursday, August 17 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma
Dated this 1st day of August 2023.

AST Agriculture Presents Indian Pumpkin Cooking Class

AST Agriculture Department 
presents Indian Pumpkin Cooking Class!
All ages and everyone welcome!
August 9, 2023
Starts at 5:30 pm
43406 Benson Park Road, Shawnee, OK 74801
For questions, please call 405.827.6545
Pumpkins, utensils & cookware provided!
Bringing any and all recipes is encouraged! (Please bring other additional ingredients for your recipes)
4 Outdoor cooking areas

School Clothing Announcement

AST School Clothing Participants - 
You will receive a call from the School Clothing Program when cards are loaded. PLEASE do not call the School Clothing Program to see if cards have been loaded. Every year a school clothing application will need to be filled out with a copy of the child’s updated CDIB card.
If the CDIB card is expired, please contact the AST Enrollment Department to update the card.

Friday Movie Night

Friday Movie Night, anyone?
Movie : "The Super Mario Bros. Movie"
Where: McLoud Veterans Memorial Park
When : July 28th at 8PM
"The Super Mario Bros. Movie" is rate PG for action and mild violence.
Popcorn and drinks will be provided.
Bring the family and friends, along with a blanket and lawn chairs for this fun movie event!

Special Executive Committee Meeting

The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 4, "Executive Committee Meetings" hereby calls and declares public notice that the SPECIAL meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday July 19th, 2023  at  10 AM  at the  Absentee  Shawnee  Tribal  Complex  in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Dated this 14th day of July 2023.

National Night Out/Back to School Bash

National Night Out / Back to  School Bash
ASHA residents & enrolled AST kids
Enjoy the evening filled with community, food, school supplies, inflatables & games
August 1, 2023 5-8 pm
Boyscout Park, Pesotum Street, Shawnee, OK 74801
If you would like to set up a booth or would like more information please call 405.273.1050 Tara ext 213 or Linda ext 262
Provide school supplies to ages 4-18 years old and to enhance the relationship between law enforcement & the community.

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