NOME ESKIMO COMMUNITY
Who We Are
As an organization, Nome Eskimo Community’s origins date back to 1939 when it was formed under the Indian Reorganization Act as a federally recognized tribe. NEC’s members, however, have roots in the region that extends back over millenia.
Initially, NEC operated in a political manner, functioning as the tribal governing body for the area. As we have grown, our focus has expanded to provide social services and programs to improve the quality of life for our tribal members, Alaska Natives, and Native Americans who reside in Nome.
NEC now offers a multitude of services organized under the following service programs: Family Services, Tribal Services, Youth Services, Tribal Resources, and Housing Program. Learn more about these programs and their specific offerings.