Since 1997, the Southern California American Indian Resource Center, Inc. (SCAIR) has been a trusted pillar of support for Native American, Alaska Native, and Hawaiian Native families throughout the El Cajon, CA area and San Diego County. This community-based tribal organization was founded on a simple but powerful mission: to empower Native Americans and their families to reach their personal and professional goals by providing career guidance, educational resources, cultural enrichment, mental health support, and practical assistance when they need it most.
What sets SCAIR apart is its deep understanding of the specific challenges faced by Native American communities and its commitment to working alongside participants as partners in their success. Established under the authority of the Indian Self Determination and Education Act of 1976, SCAIR operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit with roots firmly planted in tribal governance and community values. The organization goes beyond traditional service delivery by fostering genuine relationships with the families it serves, recognizing that lasting change comes from addressing not just immediate needs, but the underlying barriers that prevent individuals from thriving. Whether through career development, educational support, cultural programming, or emergency assistance, SCAIR's team of dedicated professionals and Senior Advisors work collaboratively to help Native American families in El Cajon and throughout the region build stronger futures while maintaining connection to their cultural heritage and community.
El Cajon, CA