The basic tenet of philanthropy is to help address poverty and inequality for some of the most vulnerable segments of our society. Based on this, individuals and institutions within philanthropy must work together. This means addressing the prolonged invisibility of Native American communities and causes, and actively seeking authentic Native American engagement.
The following research reports, community perspectives, and funder perspectives shed light on the current state of philanthropy in Indian Country and challenge philanthropic leaders to evaluate and improve their giving practices toward a more inclusive and deliberate philanthropic culture.