ADMINISTRATION

Legal Entity Notice

Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe, Inc. is the legal nonprofit entity registered with the Internal Revenue Service, the Virginia State Corporation Commission, and the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). The Wolf Creek Cherokee Museum & Tribal Center is a program and public-facing name of the Tribe. For clarity and consistency across public materials, the nonprofit entity may also be referenced throughout the website and public communications as the Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe of Virginia (“Tribe”). All references pertain to the same legal nonprofit entity, Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe, Inc. All grants, contracts, donations, and financial transactions are conducted exclusively under the legal entity name, Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe, Inc.

Articles of Incorporation

Articles of Incorporation
The Tribe is incorporated as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) Native American organization dedicated to cultural preservation, museum stewardship, and community education. Articles of Incorporation are maintained on file with the Virginia State Corporation Commission and confirm the Tribe’s legal formation and good standing.

IRS 501(c)(3) Determination Letter

IRS 501(c)(3) Determination Letter
The Tribe has been recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Federal tax-exempt status is active and verifiable through the IRS Exempt Organizations database.

SAM.gov Registration (UEI)

SAM.gov Active Registration
The Tribe maintains an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) for federal assistance eligibility. Registration status and the Tribe’s Unique Entity ID (UEI) may be independently verified through SAM.gov.

The Administration of the Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe, Inc. supports the day-to-day operations that allow the Tribe’s programs, services, and cultural preservation work to function with consistency, accountability, and care. Administrative operations are structured to ensure responsible management, transparency, and alignment with the Tribe’s mission and long-term sustainability goals.

While the Tribal Council provides governance, leadership, and strategic direction, administrative functions focus on operational coordination, compliance readiness, recordkeeping, and organizational support. Together, these roles ensure that cultural, educational, and preservation initiatives are carried out responsibly and in service to the community.

Administrative operations support a wide range of organizational functions, including but not limited to:

  • Organizational management and internal coordination

  • Financial administration and contribution oversight

  • Program administration and service scheduling

  • Museum operations support

  • Cultural preservation and archival stewardship

  • Compliance documentation and record maintenance

  • Public engagement and external communications

As part of ongoing capacity-building efforts, the Tribe is strengthening administrative systems to support eligibility for public, private, and corporate funding opportunities. These efforts include formalizing documentation, improving operational workflows, and ensuring that governance and administrative practices align with recognized nonprofit and funding compliance standards.

The Administration page serves as a central location for organizational and compliance information and will continue to be updated as documentation is finalized and published. This approach reflects the Tribe’s commitment to transparency, responsible stewardship, and long-term organizational stability.

Governance & Organizational Oversight

The Tribe operates under established governance and administrative structures designed to support accountability, continuity, and responsible decision-making. Governance responsibilities are carried out by the Tribal Council, while administrative functions ensure that policies, procedures, and operational practices support the Tribe’s mission and long-term objectives.

Administrative & Compliance Documentation

In support of transparency and funding readiness, the Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe, Inc. maintains organizational and compliance records consistent with nonprofit best practices. In accordance with standard nonprofit and federal funding protocols, verification is supported through publicly searchable identifiers and official registries rather than public posting of internal documents. Documentation is maintained on file and available upon request.

Records maintained by the Tribe include, but are not limited to:

  • Articles of Incorporation

  • IRS 501(c)(3) Determination Letter

  • Organizational governance documents

  • Registration and eligibility documentation for public funding systems

  • Policies and administrative records supporting compliance and oversight

Commitment to Transparency & Capacity Building

As part of ongoing capacity-building efforts, the Tribe is strengthening administrative systems to support eligibility for public, private, and corporate funding opportunities. This includes formalizing documentation, improving internal workflows, and ensuring that administrative and governance practices align with recognized nonprofit compliance and stewardship standards.

The Administration page reflects the Tribe’s commitment to transparency, responsible stewardship of resources, and the long-term sustainability of its cultural, educational, and preservation work.