Native Americans for Community Action, Inc. (NACA) was established in the late 1960s as a place for Native American individuals to eat, rest, visit, and receive various medical services. In 1969, the newly formed “Indian Center Organization” (now known as NACA) began fundraising to build support in the community.

When NACA first opened in 1971, its purpose was to be a “rest stop” or hospitality center designed to offer a variety of social and health-related programs. Shortly thereafter, the center received its first funding from the Indian Health Service (IHS) to provide health-related materials. In 1974, NACA sponsored the Miss Indian Flagstaff contest, a basketball tournament, a community dinner, and several other programs, including the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act (CETA) program, youth education programs, adult education programs, substance abuse prevention programs, and social welfare programs. started a community program. Service Programs, Grandparent Seniors Programs, Hozo Youth Programs.

In 1986, NACA expanded its reach to include more services, programs and community resources. In 1991, NACA was designated the first federal urban Indian health center in northern Arizona. In just eight months, NACA has received over 3,500 visits. By 2012, the NACA team had over 50 staff members, over 70% of whom represent Indigenous cultures. NACA’s programs now also include Economic Development – Oak Creek Overlook Artisan Program, Health Promotion and Wellness Center Program, Diabetes Intervention, Emergency Social Services and Behavioral Health Services.

In 2014, NACA received a Tribal Youth Suicide Prevention Grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). NACA also received the Arizona Outstanding Out of School Hours award from the Arizona Afterschool Excellence Center. In 2021, NACA celebrated 50 years of service in Flagstaff and Coconino County communities with programs and services that help clients improve self-esteem, empowerment, dignity and self-sufficiency. These services identify clients’ personal strengths, promote self-esteem, recognition and respect, help clients set realistic goals and strengthen personal autonomy, and do not create dependence. We are focused on providing concrete assistance.

The mission of Native Americans for Community Action Inc. is to provide preventive health strategies and empower Indigenous peoples and those in need to build healthy communities based on harmony, respect and Indigenous values. , is to defend.

NACA supports future political and community leaders, combats stereotypes about Native American individuals and organizations, and advocates for governments and other non-Indigenous organizations as a knowledge base on Indigenous issues to support America. It provides services such as capacity building for indigenous communities. NACA’s core program is the Family Health Center, which provides health and medical services to Native Americans and non-Native Americans. NACA also has a Pathways – Afterschool For Youth program, social support services, and an onsite Phoenix Indian Center Workforce Specialist. NACA embraces and serves all ethnic groups of all ages, focuses on holistic and family care, and prioritizes the holistic well-being of its patients through respect for customs, culture and beliefs. FBNMore

Written by Almaria Berrios Peyton

Almaria Berrios Peyton (Lenka/Pipil de El Salvador) is Marketing and Communications Officer for NACA.

NACA’s Family Health Center now offers seasonal influenza vaccines, Moderna and Pfizer primary vaccines for COVID-19, and bivalent booster for COVID-19 doing. For more information or to make a reservation, please call 928-773-1245.