Shannon County, which makes up most of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, has the lowest per capita income, the highest percentage of families below the poverty level, and the lowest life expectancy of anyone living in the Western Hemisphere except Haitians.

Your support means KILI gives a voice to our people and a lifeline in tragic times such as during the recent tornado in Oglala. Allies keep the doors to the Porcupine Clinic open and help the Diabetes Program battle a dread disease. Allies help the poorest of the poor receive badly needed medicine and ensure that expectant mothers receive prenatal care.

We have the heart, the desire, and the ability to bring change to this reservation. We just don't have the means. Your support has never been so important and appreciated. Allies of the Lakota will once again be featured in a Broadcast for Unity in February. This live radio show broadcast by WLIB in New York City reaches millions of listeners. This is an opportunity to have your thoughts read on air. Please remember us when giving and return a donation along with your quote in our attached envelope. Nearly 20,000 Oglala Lakota people thank you.