Nåusm Salish Language Revitalization Institute is a private 501 (c)(3) nonprofit chartered in 2003 in the State of Montana to research, promote and preserve the Salish Language.  It is based in the Flathead Indian Reservation in Arlee, Montana.  It is the dream of four young Salish people to recreate the process of passing the Salish language from parent to child, elder to youth in an effort to holistically preserve the language, perpetuating the Salish tribal way of life and world view. A significant amount of support is received from the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes' government.

Nåusm receives a three year grant from the Administration for Native Americans, a federal agency, in the amount of $717,000. Five new positions need to be filled for this grant. Individuals with an interest in Salish Revitalization may apply. Read more.

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Our school is growing and we require more space to accommodate additional students and staff. The proposed capital improvement project entails renovation of the bowling lane side of the building. This will add 2 classrooms, a new kitchen and dining area, new lavatories, additional office space, a library, a recording studio, and additional storage space. You can donate using the Pay Pal link to the left or you can send in a donation-pledge form. Help us reach our goal of $250,000. To date supporters have given $41,000 to the project. DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE.