Indigenizing Philanthropy: Indigenous Led Funds

This article explores the role of Indigenous-led funds in transforming philanthropy by centering Indigenous Peoples’ leadership, knowledge, and self-determination in funding decisions. Co-authored by Cultural Survival and IFIP’s CEO, Lourdes Inga, it highlights how these funds build reciprocal relationships with Indigenous communities, support locally defined priorities, and challenge traditional philanthropic models. Discover how Indigenous-led funding approaches can help shift power, strengthen community-led solutions, and advance a more equitable and accountable philanthropic sector.