MSDR AlterNatives

A heartfelt thanks from all of us at Mitchell SD Rocks & MSDR AlterNatives
Our main source of funding is from generosity like this!
Want to help:
Donations can be dropped off at Plains Commerce Bank of Mitchell SD - 900 S Burr Street, Mitchell, SD 57301
Or
Mailed directly to the Board of Directors- 516 S. Montana St. Mitchell SD 57301.
Or
Use the PayPal QR below.

🐷 REMINDER TO ALL OF HUMAN KIND - we all put our pants on the same way, one leg at a time, and to keep that in mind when people think they were better.

More money doesn’t make you a better person!! No one, and I mean no one, is better than anyone else, and my heart is sad for those who think they are. No matter how big your house is, how new your car is, or how much money sits in your bank account, we all bleed red and will eventually fade from this earth. Death has no discrimination, and neither should your life.

Be kind to others. We are all here to serve. Your oversized ego or your title won’t get you anywhere. Always be humble and kind!

Very few will read this far, but if you’re genuine, I challenge you to share this message.

Life isn’t always perfect, but sometimes it leaves little reminders to keep smiling 🩵

🔦 Unshackled Spotlight 🔦

The first photo is me: Clifton Red Feather, back in recovery. I strayed from my spiritual journey and ended back on that darkness. I ended up getting arrested did 8 months in county jail, then sent to SD State penitentiary for another 7 months. It took being locked up to regain my life and sobriety. The desire to regain my life is greater this time around. For me falling is part of recovery, I learned again from my mistake. God had mercy on me, after a spiritual tune up. I dusted myself off, and accepted it now I'm back on my spiritual horse. The second photo is me today, clean, sober & crime free. I give a Wopila Tanka for those who believed in me and who are supporting me today.
Aho mitakuye oyasin hecetu elo

(If you are interested in being featured in our weekly Unshackled Spotlight, please email pictures and story to [email protected] or inbox us! We believe in recovering outloud!)

Strengthening Our Community, One Act at a Time!

​At MSDR AlterNatives, we are proud to serve as a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to providing vital mental health support, addiction recovery, and community assistance right here in Mitchell, South Dakota. Our mission is built on the belief that everyone deserves a helping hand, and our services are always 100% free—our only request is that you "pay it forward" whenever you are able.
​We operate through two core initiatives designed to uplift our neighbors:

​Mitchell SD Rocks (MSDR)
​Art and creativity can be powerful tools for healing. This initiative encourages community members to paint and hide "encouragement rocks" throughout Mitchell. By providing a creative outlet, we aim to help reduce stress, support mental health, and provide a positive distraction that helps prevent relapse. Keep an eye out for these little messengers of hope around town!

​MSDR AlterNatives
​Sometimes, life’s challenges feel overwhelming. MSDR AlterNatives is here to bridge that gap by providing:
✋️ ​Free Service Coordination
🫂 Mental Health Support
👮‍♀️ ​Alternatives to Addiction and Crime
🌟Indigenous Cultural Awareness and Education

​We rely heavily on community involvement to support individuals and families navigating temporary economic hardships. Whether you need support or want to offer it, you are part of the solution.

​Get Involved
​We invite you to join our growing community of support. Whether you are looking for assistance or want to learn how you can help, we would love to connect with you:
​Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates, community projects, and rock-painting inspiration.

​Email us at: [email protected] to learn more about our programs or to get involved.

​Together, we can make Mitchell a stronger, more supportive place for everyone.

In our community, hunger is a challenge that none of us should have to face alone. Whether it’s a temporary setback or a long-term struggle, everyone deserves the dignity of a reliable, nutritious meal.
​At MSDR AlterNatives, we believe that when we look out for one another, our entire community grows stronger. Small actions make huge impacts.

If you are ever in need of a meal, MSDR AlterNatives will assist with pointing you in the right direction.

🥛 Mitchell SD Food Pantry- 812 N. Rowley Street, Suite C. Contact: (605) 990-3663 Hours: Monday & Friday from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM; Tuesday & Thursday from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Closed weekends.

❤️ Love Feast- Downtown Mitchell First United Methodist Church:310 N Rowley StMitchell, SD 57301They host free community meals twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM.

🍗 The Salvation Army or Mitchell SD- (724 N Sanborn Boulevard) serves free hot, nutritious noon meals Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m

🍔 Food Resources: What are My Options? - Helpline Center https://share.google/pMXVvCMIJMIecLLf6

Good night, from all of us, to all of you. Sleep well. 🌙

Reflecting on "Dignity of Earth and Sky"

​Co-Vice President of MSDR AlterNatives takes a moment to appreciate the incredible history and culture of the Lakota and Dakota people here in South Dakota.

Shayne Figland is standing in the presence of the "Dignity of Earth and Sky" sculpture is South Dakota.

​You can see this breathtaking 50-foot stainless steel monument that overlooks the Missouri River near Chamberlain SD. Created by artist Dale Claude Lamphere, this statue depicts an Indigenous woman in traditional Plains-style dress, gracefully holding a star quilt.

​The star quilt is a deeply symbolic element in Native cultures; it represents honor, respect, and admiration. When a child is born, they are wrapped in a star quilt to welcome them from the stars, and it is given to honor significant accomplishments throughout a person’s life.

​The statue is more than just a beautiful work of art—it stands as an enduring symbol of courage, perseverance, and wisdom, reminding us that all are sacred and in a sacred place.
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