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The mission of Native Americans in Philanthropy is to advance philanthropic practices grounded in Native values and traditions.

Native Americans in Philanthropy was formed in January 1990 when a group of Native people affiliated with philanthropic institutions convened at a national meeting in Chicago to discuss the socio-economic status of Native people and the limited role philanthropy had played in helping this population.

7th Annual Native Philanthropy Institute

NAP Events

Pacific RAN - Seventh Generation Fund for Indian Development

Start: 03/06/2012 12:00 pm

End: 03/06/2012 4:00 pm

Location:

Arcata, California

The Native Americans in Philanthropy's Regional Action Networks (RAN) serve as a program and a construct for program delivery. These RAN serve as a bridge for shared learning between funders and communities, our RAN construct will raise the profile and importance of leadership in Indian Country.

Northwest RAN - Casey Family Programs

Start: 03/19/2012 12:00 pm

End: 03/19/2012 4:00 pm

Location:

Seattle, Washington

The Native Americans in Philanthropy's Regional Action Networks (RAN) serve as a program and construct for program delivery. These gatherings serve as a bridge for shared learning between funders and communities, our RAN construct will raise the profile and importance of leadership in Indian Country.

Resources

Strengthening the Circle is now accepting applications for the class of 2012

Strengthening the Circle (STC) is now accepting applications for the class of 2012. Please find the application attached along with an introductory letter. We would welcome your participation.

Leveraging Limited Dollars

NCRP released GCIP Summary report, “Leveraging Limited Dollars: How Grantmakers Achieve Tangible Results by Funding Policy and Community Engagement”. The report summarizes findings from seven sites (New Mexico, North Carolina

Member News

NAPT Announces 2012 Open Call for Media Makers

Lincoln, Neb.: Native American Public Telecommunications, Inc. (NAPT) announces a March 16 deadline for proposals from media makers.

2012 Leadership Honoring Awards - Call for Nominations

Potlatch Fund’s Mission is to inspire and build upon the Native tradition of giving and to expand philanthropy within Tribal Nations and Native communities in the Northwest.

Native Americans in Philanthropy