The 5Rs of Indigenous Philanthropy

In this feature published in Alliance Magazine, IFIP’s Lourdes Inga and Winnie Kodi explore the 5Rs of Indigenous philanthropy: Respect, Relationships, Responsibility, Reciprocity, and Redistribution. The article examines how these principles can guide philanthropy toward more equitable partnerships, strengthen Indigenous-led funds, and support Indigenous Peoples’ self-determination. It calls on funders to rethink traditional approaches to giving, shift power and resources, and build relationships grounded in trust, justice, and Indigenous leadership.