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Native communities already operate under an intergenerational approach–so why shouldn’t philanthropy? In today’s plenary, Native youth and field leaders came together in a collaborative dialogue to explore the benefits, challenges, and insights critical to creating intergenerational approaches in philanthropy. The two resounding conclusions are as follows: ➡️ We must bring Native youth to the table. Young professionals belong in philanthropic spaces, and their ideas and experiences are invaluable if we are to grow and adapt to each generation’s unique needs. ➡️ We must be good facilitators of intergenerational conversations. Ideas frequently diverge, and it’s our job to hold space for and adapt to each group’s needs. In philanthropy, people are the mission. It’s time for an intergenerational approach. #NAPCON #NAPCON2024 #Philanthropy #NativePhilanthropy #Nonprofit #NativeNonprofit #NativeLed #WeAreIndigenous #Native #NativeAmerican #Indigenous

At the second plenary of our 2024 Annual Conference, two of our Native Youth Grantmakers joined philanthropic leaders for a collaborative dialogue that explored the benefits, challenges, and insights critical to creating intergenerational approaches in philanthropy. As McKaylin Peters (Menominee Nation) astutely shares, bringing Native youth into the sector not only encourages future philanthropic leaders, but also allows Native youth to bring their culture and identity to the table: “Once we have culture, we have our identity. And when we have our identity, we’re able to be creative, we’re able to learn better, we’re able to foster these ideas and connections not only in Indian Country, but all over U.S. philanthropy and government.” —McKaylin Peters (Menominee Nation), Native Youth Grantmakers, Native Americans in Philanthropy #SeventhGeneration #NativeYouth #Philanthropy #TribalNations #NAPCON #NAPCON2024 #NativePhilanthropy #Nonprofit #NativeNonprofit #NativeLed #WeAreIndigenous #Native #NativeAmerican #Indigenous

If you are committed to more equitable philanthropic practices, if you believe that we need to fund more BIPOC leaders, those from non-traditional educational backgrounds, those in rural and remote areas ---- then I highly encourage you to read the 15 pages of this new report by New Profit and People Rocket on their process and learnings in their quest to develop an inclusive, diverse and expansive pool of organizations for potential partnership. The knowledge, the innovation, and the problem solving is already happening in communities, by indigenous leaders, and in local movements. We have the responsibility to look beyond our networks and find them. https://lnkd.in/eEpF6r9i #equitablephilanthropy #bigphilanthropy #pipeline #systemschange #algorithmicjustice #15

Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day! For my fellow philanthropy professionals, I invite you to be a leader in the movement to move beyond the Land Acknowledgment and adopt a mindset of purposeful and meaningful dialogue with those you solicit - and those you serve - that honors the history of this land. It's more than "acknowledging." It's about building relationships, developing trust, and inviting into your space a perspective different from your own and, more importantly, expecting others to do the same. "The idea of indigenizing philanthropy is different from mainstream philanthropy because it is relational, reciprocal, and non-hierarchical... When we view giving as a mere transaction, there is no investment being made in the communities we are trying to help. Indigenizing philanthropy means building meaningful and long-lasting relationships to better serve all of our communities." - NAiP Resource Guide If your organization's funds will affect your Indigenous neighbors, even indirectly (which is most of the time), it's important to start from a place of understanding. That starts with education. I am sharing a Native Americans in Philanthropy resource that is a strong stepping-off point to learn more, and I encourage you to download it. If your organization actively seeks to foster allyship with your Native communities, but your funders are not, you have an opportunity to guide them. Philanthropic work is important work. Let's not lose sight of the impact on First Nations and Tribes here in our Pacific Northwest region.

We're inspired by the power of transformation, and the essential role intermediary organizations play in transforming the philanthropic landscape. The recent op-ed in the Stanford Social Innovation Review strongly aligns with our mission to democratize giving, and strengthen grassroots organizations spearheading social change. (https://bit.ly/3WyrpwN) Organizations mentioned in the review, such as the Libra Foundation, emphasize the value of investing in community-accountable intermediaries, highlighting the importance of building trust with frontline partners. At Hope2Give, we stand in solidarity with these orgs and the grassroots movements they bolster. We recognize that true change happens from the ground up, and we are committed to amplifying the voices of those leading the charge for a more just and equitable world. Do you agree? Share your thoughts in the comments below. #Hope2Give #ReimaginingPhilanthropy #EquitableGiving #PowerShift #ListenAndLearn #GrassrootsLeadership #SocialJustice #NonprofitEquality #PhilanthropicImpact #CorporateResponsibility #StrategicPartnerships

Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day! 🎉 Today, as we celebrate Native Peoples and honor our histories, cultures, and identities, we want to take a moment to spotlight our “Language and Learning Resource for Non-Indigenous People”. This resource is an initial reference for funders and other philanthropy professionals exploring the intersection of Indigenous Peoples and philanthropy. At Native Americans in Philanthropy, we are actively working to Indigenize the philanthropic process; developing shared understandings through education and communication is part of that effort. We created this resource for those who wish to begin or expand their understanding of Indigenous communities and how they intersect with the philanthropy sector. This resource is not a one-size-fits-all guide to working with Indigenous Peoples, Tribal Nations, or Indigenous-led organizations. Please treat it as an entry point, not a checkbox. Enjoy and share our new resource guide ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eG2SPSqs #IndigenousPeoplesDay #IndigenousPeople #WeAreIndigenous #Native #NativeAmerican #Indigenous #Philanthropy #NativePhilanthropy #Nonprofit #NativeNonprofit #IndianCountry #TribalNations

“Who better than these organizations to advocate for their own communities? They know what the problems are—we don’t. We’re philanthropy, we’re sitting 30,000 feet [away], truly. Organizations that are on the ground know what’s happening. They’re in touch with their communities, and they know what needs to be done.” —Susie Sands, Vice President of the Wallace H. Coulter Foundation Philanthropy is changing. More and more, we are seeing foundations experimenting with their standard practices in order to better and more directly support the communities they seek to serve. The winning strategy? Let organizations working on the ground take the lead. At the “Democracy is Indigenous: Civic Engagement & Relationship Based Funding” breakout session at our 2024 Annual Conference, Susie Sands shared how the Wallace H. Coulter Foundation is investing in Native and AAPI communities across 28 states. By allowing local nonprofits to advocate for and execute innovative ideas, they have seen rapid and dramatic improvements across all the communities they financially support. Philanthropy has the tools; we have the knowledge. Together, we can generate the greatest impact for our communities. #NAPCON #NAPCON2024 #Philanthropy #NativePhilanthropy #Nonprofit #NativeNonprofit #NativeLed #WeAreIndigenous #Native #NativeAmerican #Indigenous

For Chinwe Effiong, Chief Program Officer at GlobalGiving, philanthropy is in urgent need of a new paradigm. In this eye-opening article, Chinwe uncovers how prevailing frameworks hinder equitable international development and offers insights on shifting the status quo. From challenging entrenched power dynamics to embracing a more inclusive approach, discover how we can collectively pave the way for positive change. Read the full article now and join the conversation on redefining philanthropy for a better world. #Philanthropy #ShiftThePower #Equity #SocialChange #Nonprofit

We’re so excited to be kicking off our 2024 Annual Conference! Today’s plenary opens the conversation on the future of Tribal self-determination: “We think it’s time for our Tribes to, our Native-led nonprofits, and activists to have a new conversation about what we think the future of Native self-determination looks like for Tribes, for individual Indigenous people, for urban Indian orgs and others–including determining what role philanthropy should play… Although Native Peoples will never achieve full self-determination through the U.S. government’s systems and courts, what matters and gives us power is our culture, the way we educate our children and our relatives, and our ability to envision Indigenous futures.” –Erik R. Stegman (Carry the Kettle First Nation - Nakoda), CEO of NAP #NAPCON #NAPCON2024 #Philanthropy #NativePhilanthropy #Nonprofit #NativeNonprofit #NativeLed #WeAreIndigenous #Native #NativeAmerican #Indigenous

"Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day! 🎉 As we celebrate Native Peoples and honor the histories, cultures, and identities, I'm excited to share the 'Language and Learning Resource for Non-Indigenous People' by Native Americans In Philanthropy. This guide serves as a starting point for funders and philanthropy professionals who want to better understand the connection between Indigenous communities and philanthropy. Native Americans in Philanthropy is committed to Indigenizing the philanthropic process by fostering shared knowledge through education and dialogue. Explore and share the new resource guide ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eG2SPSqs"