Take Control of Your Future Respond to the 2020 Census You could earn your community $3,000 dollars in funding per year. Native Americans have historically been under counted in past censuses, thus losing out on hundreds of thousands of dollars in funding. Responding to the census helps direct federal funding into programs, aids, and grants for: Housing Employment Healthcare Education Childcare and Family Support and Urban and Rural Development in Tribal communities across the country. Select "American Indian or Alaska Native" under Race to make your presence known. You only get one chance once a decade. Don't miss out. See more about the 2020 Census on page 15. If you have any questions about the 2020 Census, call 844-330-2020 or visit 2020census.gov. May 2020 • Siletz News • 5