FNX LAUNCHES GROUNDBREAKING NATIVE AMERICAN CONTENT STREAMING PLATFORM
The First National Television Broadcaster in the US with a 24/7 dedication to Native American Programs launches new “free” Streaming Platform for Indigenous Voices and Stories
California (May 2025) – FNX – First Nations Experience, is launching a free live streaming and video=on-demand app exclusively devoted to Native American and World Indigenous content. The groundbreaking and historic initiative marks a significant step forward in amplifying indigenous voices and sharing the rich tapestry of Native American culture.
FNX launched in September of 2011 as a PBS affiliated broadcast channel through a partnership with KVCR television based on the campus of San Bernardino Valley College, and the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians who provided the start-up grant. The new FNX App was also funded through a grant form by San Manuel.
“We are an Indigenous led Broadcast Channel, driven by a small team of Native Creatives, and having the opportunity to grow that team with the help of San Manuel is tremendous. San Manuel was with us when we became the first National Native Broadcast network in the country, and for them to help us as we launch the national FNX digital app is remarkable. The app will be compatible with most devices and mediums where content is being consumed, and it will launch with exclusive content by U.S. based Native filmmakers, it’s really an exciting time” said Frank Blanquet who spearheaded the creation and launch of the FNX App.
To mark and celebrate this momentous occasion, FNX is hosting a red-carpet gala event on May 1, 2025 at Agua Caliente Casino in Rancho Mirage, California. The gala will feature an unforgettable evening of entertainment and culinary delights including:
- Headlining performers The Halluci-Nation (formerly A Tribe Called Red)
- Culinary bites by James Beard Award winner, Chef Sean Sherman (The Sioux Chef)
- JR Redwater comedy
- Sonwai, 2x Champion Hoop Dancer with Cirque Du Soleil
- Electric Turquoise Dance Troupe
FNX is now available as a free app to stream on all smart devices. With a national TV Broadcast reach of 84.5 million households, the new FNX app is immediately accessible to over 85% of the U.S. population, reaching approximately 284,665,000 individuals! This unprecedented access marks a turning point in Native American representation, akin to the early days of BET, providing a dedicated space for indigenous stories and perspectives. The FNX App is being described as a “Native Netflix” by Native community members across the country.
Purchase VIP or General Admission Tickets
The ticketed event has 100 VIP Tickets available at $125 each and 300 General Admission Tickets Available at $250 each (plus ticket site fees).
Order tickets and book rooms at fnx.org/gala or at Eventbrite.com.
Event Sponsorship Opportunities
Help sponsor the FNX Red-Carpet Gala and get your logo on the Red Carpet.
There are several sponsorship packets available. More information at fnx.org/gala/sponsor.
About the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is a federally recognized tribe located in Southern California. The tribe is a major supporter of Native American arts and culture and the founding partner of FNX Television.
About FNX TV
FNX TV is the only National Native and World Indigenous Television Network in the U.S. and is distributed within the PBS Public Television System. The station broadcasts a variety of programming that celebrates Native American and Indigenous cultures, including documentaries, films, news, and music. FNX is expanding on their current broadcast services with a new “free” app that includes a livestream of the FNX broadcast channel and extensive Video-On-Demand Content.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:
Frank Blanquet, Email: fblanquet@fnx.org
Manny Saucedo, Email: msaucedo@kvcr.org