Our Team
Patrick Scott
FOUNDER
My name is Patrick Scott; I am Diné (Navajo). I was born and raised in White Mesa, Arizona. I herded sheep, cows, and horses with my family as a young boy. I grew up primarily in the government boarding school system and mainly spoke Diné up to my senior year in high school. After high school, I attended Haskell Indian Junior College, then Northern Arizona University (NAU). In 1995 I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Small Business Management from NAU. I started my business as a professional artist, making feather fans and carving stone sculptures. I did many art shows around the United States and built up my name in the native art business world. Around 2004, I stopped doing art shows as I had enough orders coming in outside of art shows. In 2009, I started following the three different medicine people and learned their ways. I am a hat'aalii now. I do Hozhooji ceremonies, Protection Way ceremonies, and Blackening ceremonies. Now, helping my people of White Mesa is in my heart. Building this non-profit corporation is a new endeavor for our community of White Mesa and me.
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Board of Directors
Patrick Scott
BOARD PRESIDENT | DINE
Patrick Scott, a Diné (Navajo) from White Mesa, Arizona, grew up herding sheep, cows, and horses with his family. He primarily spoke Diné until his senior year in high school and grew up in the government boarding school system. After high school, Patrick attended Haskell Indian Junior College and graduated from Northern Arizona University in 1995 with a degree in Small Business Management.
As a professional artist, Patrick crafted feather fans and stone sculptures, gaining recognition through art shows across the U.S. By 2004, he transitioned to fulfilling direct orders for his work. In 2009, he studied under three different medicine people, becoming a hat'aalii. He does Hozhooji, Protection Way, and Blackening Ceremonies.
Patrick is committed to his community, focusing on building the Patrick Scott Foundation, a non-profit organization to support the White Mesa community. His journey as an artist, healer, and leader reflects resilience, cultural preservation, and service.
Mary Scott
BOARD VICE-PRESIDENT
Mary Scott was raised in a traditional Navajo household southeast of Kayenta, where she developed a deep appreciation for her cultural heritage. She attended Kayenta Boarding School during her early education and graduated from Monument Valley High School in early 1980.
Mary pursued higher education at Haskell Indian Junior College, earning an Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Studies. She then continued her academic journey at Northern Arizona University, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1992.
Following graduation, Mary began her nursing career at Tuba City Indian Health Service. Over the past 33 years, she has been a dedicated healthcare professional at Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation (TCRHCC), providing patient care to Native American tribal members and non-Native individuals.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Mary stays connected to her roots by raising sheep and tending to her cornfield, reflecting her commitment to Navajo traditions and way of life.
Heather Eastwood
BOARD SECRETARY
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