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ADVANCING GOOD JOBS AND FINANCIAL CAPABILITY
How the Native CDFI Online Survey Told Us What You’re Looking for
Your insights encouraged us to go deeper on how Native CDFIs make ideal partners for long-term impact in Indian Country. Our thanks to those who participated in last year’s Native community development financial institution (CDFI) survey on our website. The survey...Continue Reading →
CEO Kevin Walker’s Stanford Social Innovation Review Blog Advocates for More Funding for Native Communities
He shows how and why funders should invest more in Native communities. Kevin Walker’s blog “Equity for Native American Communities: Using Mission Investments Alongside Grants” was posted today in the Stanford Social Innovation Review (SSIR) as part of a blog series...Continue Reading →
Toward Native Truth . . . and Away from Mainstream Misuse of the Word “Tribal”
By Kevin Walker, President and CEO, Northwest Area Foundation Our Foundation is heavily invested in Native communities. Forty percent of our grants and program-related investments go to Native-led organizations. This commitment stems from a history not only of...Continue Reading →
Celebrate! Three New Board Members Add Expertise and Diverse Perspectives
During our February board meeting, we’re welcoming three new board members. Joyce Lee and Jennifer C. Williams return representation from Washington state to our board, and Libby Hlavka reminds us of our Minnesota roots. All three are proven leaders whose professional...Continue Reading →
