Honoring Freedom, Legacy & Community: Juneteenth 2026
The Citizen Potawatomi Nation and Dunbar Heights Group are proud to partner for Juneteenth 2026, a milestone celebration of heritage and hope. The exclusive VIP Reception serves to honor the pivotal contributions of community leaders and elders, fostering a space for meaningful reflection and collective investment in our shared future.
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Timothy Young Presenting CPN Tribal Chairman John “Rocky” Barrett with a commemorative sash, honoring his longstanding leadership and connection to the Oklahoma community. Barrett has served as Tribal Chairman of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation since 1985 and has been an elected official for the Nation since 1973. Oklahoma Hall of Fame.
An Evening of Reflection and Celebration
The Juneteenth 2026 VIP Reception serves as a pivotal moment for our city cohorts to gather in Shawnee, honoring the profound cultural heritage of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation while reflecting on our collective journey toward justice and economic equity.
Honoring Leadership and Legacy
Special recognition will be given to those who have paved the way for community reinvestment. The evening features remarks on the vital partnership between Indigenous wisdom and Black excellence, showcasing a unified front for future prosperity.
Recognizing Elders
We will take a dedicated moment to honor the elders from both the Citizen Potawatomi Nation and Dunbar Heights, whose resilience informs our current mission. Their stories are the foundation upon which we build our economic development frameworks.
Closing in Community
The night concludes with a call to action, reminding every attendee that leadership is a shared gift. Together, we move forward with a commitment to sustainable growth and mutual support across all ten city cohorts.
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The Juneteenth 2026 celebration is more than an event; it is a vital bridge connecting our shared heritage to a future of collective growth. By participating in this reception, you are directly supporting the In Giving We Receive Foundation’s mission to empower local leadership and foster sustainable economic development. Together, we honor the legacy of those who came before us while investing in the generations that will follow, ensuring that our community remains vibrant, resilient, and deeply connected.
