How would I get my benifits as a 1\8 cherokee? Would I receive any money and land options with med benifits?

Answer 1

Any benefits are reserved for tribal members/citizens. You would need to be a tribal member/citizen of one of the three federally recognized Cherokee tribes in order to recieve benefits. And then any benefits would most likely come from the tribe itself, not the federal government. Money (if any) would come from the tribe if it has a profit-making venture such as a casino. Land would not be yours but the tribe would allow you to live upon it. Medical benefits would be through the Indian Health Services at select locations only. Again, in order to qualify for any of these benefits you must be an enrolled tribal member/citizen of a federally recognized tribe.

Federally Recognized Cherokee Tribes:
Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma
United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee
Eastern Band Cherokee

ANY other Cherokee group, even those calling themselves tribes, are not federally recognized and are, most likely non-profit organizations.

Answer 2

My great grandfather was cherokee, but I never received anything. Never even considered it. I think the percentage has to be higher. If you are really interested, contact Bureau of Indian Affairs.

Answer 3

You need to do your geneology and find out of you have direct ancesters who are listed on the Dawson roles.