Our Volunteers Make All the Difference!

We have been truly humbled by the many volunteers who show up in so many different ways and whom without we could not accomplish all of our mission-critical activities. From collecting material donations to hosting Lakota families in their homes or  strategic thought-partnership; our volunteers have become central to our ability to make a positive impact on Pine Ridge.  This web-page is dedicated to our featured volunteer and will be updated quarterly. 

FEATURED VOLUNTEER: ANGELA BASTEAN

​Anglea has been involved with Tipi Raisers for several years.  The picture here shows Angela on Cantay which is the horse she rode in the 2017 LakotaRide, which she has participated in for several years.  Angela's consistency over the years means a great deal to us as she is always there to help when something is needed. Angela's love for her Lakota friends on Pine Ridge is evident and she helps in any way she can. Angela's heart is with her Lakota friends and that comes through year in and year out.

"As a very young child my spirit has been guiding me to where I am today. Watching Westerns on TV. Seeing how indigenous people were treated. Years later I read how Saint Francis Elementary School was the worst in the country. My goal is to help  the children learn how to read and maybe eventually helping with exercising/sports programs.

So when I happened to come across the Tipi Raiser's LakotaRide 2017 on Facebook- naturally, I was hooked and see myself as being one step closer to St Francis.

I have made several trips up to Pine Ridge reservation. Helping build / paint and bringing and distributing donations. Going to several towns on Pine Ridge reservation. My last trip I met someone from Rosebud reservation which is where Saint Francis Elementary School is. 
I am looking forward to the the future with my friends/family." -- Angela