The process of becoming officially enrolled as a member of the White Earth Reservation Tribal Council is carefully detailed in the Application for Enrollment form provided by the Tribal Enrollments/Vital Statistics department. Aimed at individuals seeking to establish or formalize their membership within the tribal community, this document encompasses a comprehensive set of personal information, including the applicant's name, date of birth, address, place of birth, Social Security Number, and potential membership in other tribes. Applicants must also disclose detailed information about their parents, including their enrollment status with the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe, their blood degree, and any affiliations with other Native American tribes. This application not only documents lineage and tribal affiliations but ensures the thorough consideration of tribal ties through the submission of supporting documents such as state-certified birth certificates and, where applicable, proof of citizenship if born outside the United States. Legal guardians may sign for minors, provided they furnish proof of their guardianship. To maintain privacy and facilitate a smooth enrollment process, the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe outlines specific instructions and privacy notices, ensuring applicants understand the importance of accuracy in their application and the consequences of false statements. This application acts as a gateway to recognizing and formalizing one's place within the tribal community, underscoring the significance of heritage, lineage, and the bonds that tie individuals to their ancestral roots.
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Form Name | Application Enrollment Earth Form |
Form Length | 2 pages |
Fillable? | No |
Fillable fields | 0 |
Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
Other names | white earth application for enrollment, white earth enrollment, trostacheault and ledoux white earth reservation, application enrollment earth |
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White Earth Reservation Tribal Council |
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Application for Enrollment |
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Tribal Enrollments/Vital Statistics |
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P.O. Box 506 |
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White Earth, Minnesota 56591 |
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APPLICANT: |
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Name: ___________________________________________________________________________ |
DOB: _____________________________ |
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Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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*Place of Birth: __________________________________________________ |
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Is the Applicant a member of another tribe? ________________ |
If yes, what Tribe? _______________________________________________ |
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MOTHER OF APPLICANT:
Name: ___________________________________________________________________________ |
DOB: _____________________________ |
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Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Place of Birth: _________________________________________________ |
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Is Mother an enrolled member of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe? __________ If yes, What Reservation? ________________________________
Enrollment No.: ___________________________________________Blood Degree: ____________________________________
If no, is she a descendant of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe? ________ * If yes, please attach a copy(s) of B.C. linking her to the enrolled member
Name of person descendant blood is derived from: _____________________________________________________________________________
Does mother possess any other Native American Indian Blood? _______________ From what tribe? ___________________________________
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FATHER OF APPLICANT:
Name: ___________________________________________________________________________ |
DOB: _____________________________ |
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Is Father an enrolled member of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe? __________ If yes, What Reservation? ________________________________
Enrollment No.: ____________________________________________Blood Degree: _____________________________________
If no, is he a descendant of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe? _______ * if yes, please attach a copy(s) of B.C.(s) linking him to the enrolled member
Name of person descendant blood is derived from: ____________________________________________________________________________
Does Father possess any other Native American Indian Blood? _______________ From what tribe? __________________________________
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Signature of Applicant or Legal Guardian (if a minor): __________________________________________________ Date: __________________________
(If legal guardian, please attach proof)
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* SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS |
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PRIVACY NOTICE:
The Minnesota Chippewa Tribe (MCT) and its Constituent Bands will use the information you provide to determine eligibility for enrollment with the MCT. Providing social security numbers is optional. If you do not provide other information, it may delay processing. In the event the application is approved, information about the applicant will be used to contact the applicant about the benefits of tribal membership. Information about members is used to update MCT and Band records.
INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Complete the entire first page of this application form. |
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Attach a COPY of the applicant’s STATE CERTIFIED Birth |
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Certificate. Also include if necessary, a copy of a name change document, |
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Such as driver license, state ID card, marriage, divorce, or court order. |
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RECORDS AND BAPTISMAL RECORDS ARE UNACCEPTABLE |
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Attach a copy of Proof of Citizenship, if born outside of the |
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United States. |
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If the applicant is a member of another tribe, a |
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Relinquishment Form must be attached to the application. |
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If one of the parents possesses MCT descendant blood, attach a copy of |
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their birth certificate so that all MCT blood will be counted along with the |
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enrolled parent. |
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6. FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED, |
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ORIGINALS MUST BE MAILED TO THIS OFFICE. |
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If the applicant’s parents are both MCT members but affiliated |
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with different bands, the applicant will be enrolled under the |
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mother’s reservation and band unless otherwise specified. |
PLEASE CONTACT: WITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU HAVE REGARDING THE APPLICATION
White Earth Tribal Enrollments,
Phone: (218)
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The Minnesota Chippewa Tribe – Tribal Operations,
Phone: (218)
WARNING: A FALSE STATEMENT ON ANY PART OF THE APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN A DENIAL OR LOSS OF MEMBERSHIP.
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FOR OFFICE USE ONLY:
Father: _________________________________________________________________
ID No.: ____________________________ AR No.: ____________________________
Family No.: ________________________ Enrollment Date: ______/______/________
MCT BQ: _________________________ Band: ______________________________
Mother: ________________________________________________________________
ID No.: ____________________________ AR No.: ____________________________
Family No.: ________________________ Enrollment Date: ______/______/________
MCT BQ: _________________________ Band: ______________________________
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Applicant’s MCT BQ: ____________________ Band: ___________________