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From grant writer to Salesforce administrator, a 360-degree view on measuring nonprofit impact
How Susanna’s roles in nonprofit operations and development shifted to helping organizations learn to make the most of their Salesforce systems.
Indigenous environmental stewardship: A cultural and communal calling
Today’s leaders are using the same wisdom that’s allowed Indigenous peoples to exist in kinship with nature for thousands of years.
How Tribal Nations are keeping clean-energy projects alive after federal funding cuts
Tribes spent years preparing for projects that are now frozen or canceled. That’s not stopping them from moving clean energy forward.
Promises made and fought for: How the Boldt Decision restored broken treaty rights to tribal fisheries
This landmark court ruling fundamentally reshaped how treaty rights are understood and applied in the United States.
The Sicangu Food Sovereignty Initiative revitalizes a connection to Lakota culture through food
For the last 12 years, the organization has helped Sicangu families connect to their lands, food, community, and culture.
How being a B Corp helps showcase your mission and values
We take a deeper look into the B Corp movement and what it means to our team.
Designing research tribal leaders can use
Tribal-led research on clean energy should leave communities better equipped to make decisions on their own terms.
14 questions with Sweet Grass co-founder, Andrea Mader
Andrea shares stories of Sweet Grass’ beginnings and the mentorship that made it all possible.
The role of discovery in nonprofit data management
Learn how the process of discovery helps nonprofits create sustainable database systems that support their teams, clients, and communities.