United Tribes of Bristol Bay

Bristol Bay Native Association is a community and social service agency, serving the people of Bristol Bay. BBNA develops, supports and implements tribal, federal and state policies, designed to create a socioeconomic base in Alaska. Located in Dillingham, Alaska, the agency offers a wide variety of services, such as early learning programs, economic development, elder s services and job placements. Its other services include higher education and adult vocational training, realty and social services, tribal government services, vocational rehabilitation and workforce development. BBNA offers Head Start services to more than 100 children from ages 3 through 5 and their families in Togiak, New Stuyahok and Manokotak, Alaska. The agency s village public safety officers provide law enforcement, emergency medical and fire response, search and rescue operations and village health and safety training programs.

The Bristol Bay Economic Development Corporation (BBEDC) focuses on promoting economic growth and sustainable opportunities for residents of member communities in the Bristol Bay area through the responsible use of Bering Sea resources. Offering various programs, including job training, financial assistance, and permit brokerage, BBEDC actively supports local initiatives to enhance the economic well-being of its communities. In addition to its core mission, BBEDC provides numerous resources for residents, such as scholarships, educational programs, and grants for fisheries and community development. Their commitment to facilitating access to commercial fishing permits and other economic resources underscores their pivotal role in the sustainable development of the region. Generated from the website