The Dream Catcher
Housing Initiative
Building dreams, together.
Homeownership is transformative. The Dream Catcher Housing Initiative (“DCHI”) is leveraging it to empower tribal members, strengthen our community, and shape brighter horizons with and for generations of Menominee families to come.
DCHI envisions a world wherein homeownership is within reach for every Menominee family. Studies have shown that homeownership stabilizes neighborhoods and households while improving economic and social outcomes for entire generations.
The right opportunities for homeownership on Menominee lands will help circulate dollars in the local economy, develop our workforce, and enable Menominee citizens to work, play, and live right here at home.
The Pine Meadows Project
Construction is officially underway at Pine Meadows in Keshena, WI—the first multi-home new-construction tribal housing project on the Menominee Reservation in more than 25 years. Each new home sits on a 1-acre lot against a beautiful woodland backdrop.
Discover a prime location that brings culture and community right to your doorstep. The pinnacle of beauty and convenience, you’re only one to two miles from top destinations like the Menominee Casino Resort, Save-A-Lot grocery store, area schools, the College of Menominee Nation, the Omaeqnomenewak Wetohkatikamek Center, the Standing Pines convenience store, the Tribal offices, the Menominee Tribal Clinic and more! Pine Meadows is the ideal place to enjoy nature while staying effortlessly connected.
The Pine Meadows homes are expected to be available for purchase in late 2025 and move-in ready by early 2026.
Learn.
Get Inspired.
Apply.
Learn. Get Inspired. Apply.
Three layouts. Countless ways to make Pine Meadows home.
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The Mūcekiw (N381 Pine Meadows Road)
This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath house is called The Mūcekiw, named for the Menominee word for bluejay. This blue home is 2,154 square feet and sits on a 1-acre lot on Pine Meadows Road in Keshena.
The Mūcekiw features a lower level recreation room, a covered porch, a laundry room on the first floor, and a beautiful open concept layout with a mixture of carpet and laminate flooring throughout.
Offered at $296,650, all kitchen appliances are included.
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The Mahwāēw (N391 Pine Meadows Road)
A beautiful gray-tan house complete with a 2-car garage, the The Mahwāēw is named for the Menominee word for wolf. It’s a 2,767 square foot, 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home sitting on a 1-acre lot on Pine Meadows Road in Keshena.
This home features a covered porch, first floor laundry room, lower level recreation room, and a beautiful open concept layout with a mixture of carpet and laminate flooring throughout.
Offered at $343,680, all kitchen appliances are included.
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The Maehkaenah (N390 Pine Meadows Road)
The Maehkaenah, a gorgeous green house named for the Menominee word for turtle, is a 2,154 square foot home sitting on a 1-acre lot on Pine Meadows Road in Keshena.
The Maehkaenah features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a lower level recreation room, a covered porch, and a beautiful open concept layout with a mixture of carpet and laminate flooring throughout.
Offered at $296,650, all kitchen appliances are included.
Questions? We’ve got answers.
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Enrolled Menominee Tribal Members
over the age of 18;
eligible for a residential lease; and
mortgage-approved for the cost of the home, including any selected upgrades
are eligible to apply to purchase a DCHI home.
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The short answer: now! If you’re interested in applying to purchase one of the three currently-available new homes, it’s important to begin the process now. This website contains a wealth of information about the process, and how to get started.
If at any point you have any questions, or need assistance navigating the process, please email Juneberry (hi@juneberrygroup.com) to learn more about the steps involved.
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Here’s a quick overview of the steps you’ll need to take to apply to purchase a home through DCHI:
Confirm your eligibility for a residential lease with the MITW Land Management Department.
Review the layout options and pricing here and determine the full amount (including optional upgrades) you’ll need to finance to purchase the home of your choice.
Apply for a mortgage with a lender of your choice.
Obtain a mortgage approval letter for the full amount (including optional upgrades) from a mortgage lender of your choice.
Complete the DCHI Pine Meadows Home Application, which is available here.You may elect to either print and fill out your application by hand OR submit electronically.
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First time purchasing a home? How exciting (and, potentially, overwhelming!) We know it can feel like a daunting process—but you’re not alone. Luckily, there are lots of resources out there. We’ve compiled those which we’ve found most helpful here.
As always, if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Juneberry at hi@juneberrygroup.com
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No problem. We’ve got your back! Below, please find some resources we think you may find helpful. As always, you can reach out with any specific questions you may have.
Cedar Growth offers Pathways Homebuyer Classes and HUD Counseling (1:1).
The Wisconsin Native Loan Fund (WINLF) offers Homebuyer Education Classes and Housing Counseling (1:1).
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We sure do!
Bay Bank is a lender with HUD Section 184 Loan expertise and resources.
WINLF is a Tribal CDFI that offers mortgage loans.
USDA Rural Development Loans are another pathway. Learn about Single Family Housing Direct Home Loans and the Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program.
If you are a veteran, you may be able to apply for a Native American Direct Loan.
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CONGRATS!
As a reminder, lenders’ mortgage approval letters are good for anywhere between 30 (minimum) and 90 (maximum) days, so it’s important to move somewhat fast now that you’ve got your mortgage approval letter on hand.
If you haven’t already, the next step is to confirm with the MITW Land Management Department that you are eligible for a residential lease.
Once you’ve done so, it’s time to apply for the home of your choice with the Dream Catcher Housing Initiative!
Please note: You will be asked to upload a photo copy of your identification, your mortgage pre-approval letter, and to confirm your eligibility for a Tribal Trust Land Lease.
Applying for a Pine Meadows Home
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Complete this Application
Once you’ve been approved for a mortgage and have confirmed your eligibility for a tribal trust land lease, complete the DCHI Pine Meadows Home Application.
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Standby for Updates from DCHI!
You can expect to receive an email from our team confirming we’ve received your application within 24 hours of receipt. DCHI aims to get back to all applicants in as timely a fashion as possible.
Mark your calendar.
The Dream Catcher Housing Initiative Mortgage Meet & Greet at WRDC on December 9th. A free virtual homebuyer education class on December 11th. The lineup of events will only grow!
We’d bookmark this page if we were you—it’s where we’ll be sharing any events (virtual or in-person) on the horizon that we believe may be helpful to those interested in pathways to homeownership.