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Transforming Philanthropy Through Indigenous Wisdom and Community Leadership 

Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy, Native Americans in Philanthropy, and Native Hawaiian Philanthropy is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Power in Solidarity: Hawaii - a groundbreaking initiative designed to strengthen philanthropic investment in Native Hawaiian communities and organizations. 

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About The Opportunity

The Power in Solidarity: Hawaii brings together foundation leaders, philanthropic professionals, and grantmakers for an immersive learning experience that centers Indigenous knowledge systems and Native Hawaiian leadership. This opportunity creates lasting change in how philanthropy engages with and supports Native Hawaiian priorities. 

Goals 

  • Increase Visibility & Investment: Elevate Native Hawaiian organizations and expand philanthropic support for their critical work 

  • Build Regenerative Networks: Weave reciprocal relationships that strengthen infrastructure and leadership pathways within Native Hawaiian communities 

  • Create Sustainable Practice: Establish a funder community of practice committed to long-term, equitable investment in Native Hawaiian priorities 

What You Will Experience 

 

Hawaii Funder Tour (September 29 - October 3, 2025) An in-person immersion experience visiting Native Hawaiian organizations, meeting community leaders, and learning directly from those leading transformative work across the islands. 

Community of Practice Ongoing connection with a cohort committed to advancing equitable funding approaches and authentic partnership with Native Hawaiian communities.

Who Should Apply 

We seek philanthropic leaders who are: 

  • Committed to Indigenous-led solutions and community-driven change 
  • Ready to examine and challenge organizational assumptions and biases 
  • Prepared to advocate for more equitable funding approaches within their institutions 
  • Invested in building authentic relationships based on Respect, Relationships, Responsibility, Reciprocity, and Redistribution
     

Commitments 

Participating organizations commit to: 

  • Securing financial support for participation costs of $6,000
  • Attending all required activities (funder tour)
  • Honoring Indigenous knowledge systems and cultural protocols
  • Prioritizing Indigenous leadership and wisdom in decision-making
  • Contributing to a supportive learning community
  • Advocating for systemic change within their organizations 

Application Details 

Two-Round Application Process: 

  • First Round Deadline: June 19, 2025

  • Second Round Deadline: July 25, 2025 


Significance

Native Americans in Philanthropy recognizes the importance of this relationship and supports Native-led climate and conservation work.
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The Land, Water, and People

As the first caretakers of the land in these United States, Indigenous peoples have a special connection to the land, water, and many species that share their world. The Earth is a part of their culture, creation stories, and ways of life. Indigenous peoples have been stewards of the environment since time immemorial, preserving the land, water, and species that have sustained their communities for generations. They have long learned the delicate balance of sustainable practices while living in harmony with the environment.

 

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Tribal Conservation Pledge & Funding Collaborative

Native Americans in Philanthropy (NAP) has launched a Tribal Nations Conservation Pledge & Funding Collaborative (the Collaborative) that calls on the philanthropic sector to make significant investments in biodiversity and conservation projects led by Tribal Nations. With support from Biodiversity Funders Group (BFG) and The Christensen Fund, the Collaborative provides a forum to strategize, share knowledge and educational resources, and participate in a funding mechanism to quickly move capital to Tribal Nations.

Why This Matters 

 

Native Hawaiian communities have long been stewarding innovative solutions to challenges in education, health, economic development, and cultural preservation. Yet philanthropic investment in Native Hawaiian-led organizations remains inadequate. This opportunity creates a bridge between funders and communities, fostering the relationships and understanding necessary for meaningful, sustained partnership. 

Join us in transforming philanthropy to better serve Native Hawaiian communities and priorities. Together, we can build a more equitable and just philanthropic sector that honors Indigenous wisdom and supports community-led solutions. 

For questions or support with your application: 
Contact Rose David, Chief of Staff to the CEO 
Native Americans in Philanthropy 
rdavid@nativephilanthropy.org 

The Power in Solidarity: Hawaii is part of Native Americans in Philanthropy's ongoing commitment to advancing Indigenous-led philanthropy and creating systemic change in how foundations engage with Native communities.