What isn’t measured often isn’t prioritized. Without accurate tracking of investments to Native organizations and Tribal nations, inequities remain hidden and unaddressed. Transparent data is essential to building trust and directing resources where they belong.

Join us for our first Kickoff Call to learn about the #GiveNative campaign, details on how to win a monetary participation prize from our pool of $115,500, and all about the new fundraising features on our platform. Register today: shorturl.at/7i417

Staying connected to the Native nonprofit sector shouldn’t be complicated. 📩 Subscribe and stay informed alongside Native-led organizations nationwide. 👉Find the link here: shorturl.at/YhL6r

This fall, we encourage you to learn how you can support the Native-led nonprofits making a difference every day in your community. Get started by visiting the Native Nonprofit List. 🔗 shorturl.at/UEIkK

Philanthropy must reckon with its history in order to transform its future. True equity requires acknowledging how wealth was built and committing to redistributing resources in ways that repair harm. Justice-centered funding isn’t charity, it’s responsibility.

Research without cultural understanding can miss the mark entirely. Tribal sovereignty, citizenship, and lived realities require more than surface-level inquiry—they demand partnership and respect. Acknowledging Native expertise leads to better data and better outcomes.

This Labor Day, we celebrate and honor Native workers, past and present, whose hard work, resilience, and contributions continue to strengthen our communities.

Integrity means accountability to our communities, our partners, and future generations. We strive to act with honesty, transparency, and clear intentions in everything we do. 🔗 Learn more about how we show up at NativeWays.org or by visiting the link in our bio.

Too often, funding intended for Native communities never reaches Native leadership. When resources bypass Native-controlled organizations, self-determination is undermined. Use our Native Nonprofit List to identify and fund Native-led organizations.

This comprehensive training is designed for Native Nations with homelands in the Great Lakes Region, institutions with collections affiliated to the region, and organizations engaged in repatriation work. Click here to learn more: shorturl.at/skMZ1

Too often, Native organizations are asked to adapt to systems that were never designed for them. Equity means institutions doing the work to understand and reflect the communities they serve, not the other way around. Transformative philanthropy listens first.

AISES National Conference: Weaving Innovation! The Annual AISES National Conference is open to anyone who wishes to participate and learn! Click here to learn more: conference.aises.org

Giving has always been woven into Native cultures. As the broader philanthropic sector works to advance equity, it must recognize that Native communities are not new to philanthropy; they are foundational to it.

From policy updates and educational tools to sector-wide initiatives, we serve as a resource for those committed to strengthening Native-led nonprofits. 📩 Subscribe to stay connected to the Native nonprofit sector nationwide. 👉 Find the link here: shorturl.at/YhL6r

A new report, “Underinvestment in Indian Country,” highlights the need for sustained, predictable investment to build lasting economic sustainability for Native and surrounding communities. Read the press release & initial analysis: shorturl.at/pSyO1

Why #GiveNative on #NationalNonprofitDay? With only .23% of large foundation giving going to Native-led nonprofits, every donation helps strengthen orgs that are rooted in and accountable to the communities they serve. Support Native-led change at GiveNative.org, today!

On National Code Talkers Day, we honor the extraordinary courage, service, and sacrifice of the Native Code Talkers whose Indigenous languages became an unbreakable code that helped protect American troops and save countless lives during times of war.

Mark Your Calendars: #GiveNative on Giving Tuesday December 1, 2026 This year’s #GiveNative theme is, "Sow the Seeds. Share the Harvest." Mark your calendar, download this free graphic, and get ready to #GiveNative! 🔗 shorturl.at/cY0dh

Real impact starts with understanding who is closest to the solutions. When funders take time to learn from Native-led organizations, investments align with community priorities, cultural strengths, and long-term vision. Informed giving leads to meaningful change.

Update! Recently in our application platform some applicants may have experienced technical issues. The issue is now resolved, and we're extending our priority application deadline 🔗 Apply before the deadline, August 7, 2026 at 5 p.m. E.T.: shorturl.at/8j7QN