The Woodfords Indian Community is comprised 70 acres of trust land and surrounding areas in Eastern Alpine County, California. The Woodfords Community Council is an elected governing body of five (5) council members, comprised of enrolled members of the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California.
Our Mission
The goal of the WCC is to provide exceptional governmental services to the enrolled tribal members living in the Woodfords Community.
“The Washoe Tribe has inhabited the Great Basin since time immemorial”— Quote Washoe Elder
Carpet and mattress recycling for all Alpine County, CA residents.
Collaboration with tribal and county agencies.
Recreation activities (rezball).
Hungalelti Report: January 2024 - May 2025
Hungalelti Report: January 2024 - May 2025
Community Uplift & Growth
The Woodfords Community Council (WCC) is proud to share the incredible progress and achievements of the Hungalelti community! Together, we are building a vibrant, culturally rich, and supportive environment focusing on well-being, youth development, and community strength. Here’s a look at what we’ve accomplished!
Empowering Our Youth
Youth Basketball is a Slam Dunk! 🏀
Multiple Hungalelti youth basketball teams formed, participating in at least 5 tournaments between Feb-April 2025!
Teams coached on sportsmanship, leadership, and healthy lifestyles.
All three teams placed 3rd at the Hawthorne Goatheads Tourney!
Practices held twice a week at the Woodfords Wellness Center.
Awesome Activities & Learning! 📚
Woodfords Indian Education Center (WIEC) offers after-school programs, cultural activities, field trips (like to Yosemite!), and language classes.
Open gym is a hit, with an average of 27 participants enjoying various sports.
WIEC received approval for 5 more years of funding (2025-2029)!
$5,000 grant received to add more Native books and resources to the WIEC library.
Summer Youth Employment Programs keep our teens engaged and learning.
The UNITY Youth Council is active and planning events.
New play structures are planned for the community!
Spring Break activities included swimming lessons and tree planting.
Strengthening Community & Culture
My2Aunties Program Approved! ❤️
This culturally-grounded program will offer family support and wellness, with curriculum developed with Elders.
Keeping Our Culture Strong! ✨
Efforts to bring back the Washoe language to youth and adults, with elders working with students.
Cultural sensitivity training requested to ensure respectful interactions.
Community events like the WCC Thanksgiving Dinner bring us together.
New, clear addresses for community buildings make services easier to find.
We're exploring an exciting "Land Back" opportunity to reclaim ancestral lands!
Supporting Each Other! 🤝
Community dinners and after-school snacks.
WCC supported a community member's participation in Ms. Indian World.
The WCC general fund was $20,000 in the black (spent less than budget)!
Investing in Health & Safety
Focusing on Wellness! 🌿
$373,000 from Opioid Settlement Funds allocated to Hungalelti to support recovery and prevention!
Crossroads Recovery, a Native-owned program, secured funding to bring services to Woodfords.
A Wellness Center at Diamond Valley School (DVES) is now providing services to families.
The "Listen and Leap" project brings restorative justice approaches to local schools.
Making Our Community Safer! 🛡️
$15,000 approved for security cameras at the entrances of the Hungalelti reservation.
$20,000 allocated for new streetlights.
Funds dedicated to community cleanup, including removing abandoned vehicles.
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training offered to help us prepare for emergencies.
The Woodfords Cemetery was cleaned up by the Washoe Tribe Conservation Corp. (WTCC).
Building Our Future
Improving Our Spaces! 🏗️
$714,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds are being used for major infrastructure improvements to the Firehouse, Gym (Wellness Center), and WIEC!
This includes HVAC upgrades, engineering design, and potential solar arrays.
The MakerSpace at WIEC is now open, offering a creative hub for the community!
funding allocated for maintenance and janitorial work for WCC buildings.
Economic Growth & Support! 💰
Economic relief aid was distributed to community members.
The WCC is actively seeking and has secured grants for various programs, including:
IMLS Grant for WIEC library and programs.
Tribal Nutrition Assistance Program (TNAP).
A $10 million Community Resiliency Center Grant is being pursued to protect our community against climate change.
Alpine County funding for 3on3 basketball tournaments.
The WCC budget meeting for 2024 was held, allocating funds for recreation and services.
The Woodfords Community Council (WCC) is committed to providing culturally relevant and uplifting programs and services. Together, we are making the Hungalelti community an even better place to live, grow, and thrive!
