The Tribal Advocate Program (TAP) operates under an updated Policy passed by the Seneca Nation Council in March 2023.
The Tribal Advocate Program provides assistance to enrolled members of the Seneca Nation of Indians in emergency situations (i.e. loss of income, disability, loss of home, etc.) These services include Minor Home Repair, Emergency Food from Pantry, Emergency Clothing/Home Goods voucher assistance, Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) and the Home Improvement Program (HIP).
TAP offers referrals to all SNI enrolled members for the Weatherization Program operated by the Cattaraugus Community Action in Salamanca, N.Y.
TAP offers an Emergency Food Pantry to individuals and their households once every 30 days, if needed. If the income eligibility guidelines and residency requirements are met, a food package will be issued.
Applicants must meet income eligibility requirements, provide supporting documentation, and live within service areas.
