How a Government Shutdown Could Affect Tribal Nations: What Philanthropy Should Know
As we barrel toward another potential government shut down, communities across the country are trying to assess its potential impact. For Tribal governments, it impacts just about every facet of life due to their nation-to-nation relationship with the federal government and the wide range of federal funding that supports everything from healthcare to education, and other basic needs. While some Americans only worry about getting into a national park, Tribal communities …
New Partnership Fosters Relationships Between States and Tribes for the Environment
We are at an inflection point in state and Tribal relations. While Tribal communities have long understood that their conservation efforts are affected by state policy decisions, in recent years many state legislators have begun to realize that they will not be able to achieve their environmental goals without the support and knowledge of Indigenous and Tribal communities. In the struggle for clean air and water, Tribal Nations are both sovereign …
Empowering the Future: Inaugural Gathering of 2023 Native Youth Grantmakers in Los Angeles
The 2023 Native Youth Grantmakers’ first gathering was a celebration of unity, resilience, and the power of youth leadership. Our newest participants of the Native Youth Grantmakers program gathered this past July in Los Angeles for a week that was designed to become a memorable chapter in their personal and professional lives. However, the gathering wasn’t just about personal growth and professional development; it revealed the ambitions and futures that these …
Support Maui: A List of Organizations & Funds To Donate To
Special thanks to our friends at Center for Disaster Philanthropy for helping us compile this list of organizations and relief funds.
Photo: Hawai’i State Senate/Flickr via Hawai’i Public Radio
In the wake of the devastating Maui wildfires, it’s time for us all to rally together to support those whose lives have been upended by this tragic event.
As mainstream media focuses on Maui as a tourist destination, it is crucial to remember that the …