Native Verse

Jessica Matten, Zahn McClarnon, and Kiowa Gordon in "Dark Winds."
We at WIN have had the absolute joy of meeting both Zahn McClarnon and Kiowa Gordon at Native American Film Festivals—and we can honestly say, what amazing talents and incredible human beings they are.
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Down to earth.
Both Zahn and Kiowa bring so much depth and authenticity to their roles, representing Native voices with power, pride, and heart.
But beyond the screen, they’re just as inspiring—gracious, grounded, and truly generous with their time and spirit.
It’s an honor to support and celebrate them, and we can’t wait to see all that’s ahead in their journeys.
Let’s keep uplifting Native talent, on-screen and off!

The Spirit of Contentment
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We were not poor,
Not by the means of gold or silver,
But rich in the earth, in the wind, and in the sky,
Our hearts bound to the land,
The sacred breath of the wind in our soul.

We did not seek what others had,
For we knew the beauty of what we possessed,
The warmth of the fire, the song of the river,
The strength of the eagle soaring above,
And the spirit of the ancestors guiding our steps.

We were happy with what we had,
Grateful for each sunrise, each sacred moment,
For the abundance of life in every form,
Content to take what we needed,
And leave the world in peace.

No riches, no gold could match the wealth we knew,
For our treasure was not in what we could hold,
But in the harmony we lived with,
The deep respect for every creature,
And the sacred cycles of the earth.

In the stillness of the night,
We listen to the whispers of those who came before,
Their lessons carved in the winds,
In the songs of the trees,
And in the sacred dances of the stars.

May we remember,
That true wealth is not counted in what we own,
But in the love we give,
In the gratitude we share,
And in the peace we leave behind.