Kodakciyapi Award


Kodakciyapi is a Dakota word that roughly translates to “friendship” in English.

As we work toward bridging communities and bringing togetherness, the Red Wing Royal Ambassador program has partnered with the Prairie Island Indian Community to present the Kodakciyapi Award to one candidate each year.

That candidate that shows great qualities of friendship and kindness to all is chosen by her peers and presented the award.

Kodakciyapi Award Recipients

2023: Brianna Tix

2022: Kylie Griffin

2021: Courtney Colwell