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Data doing good.

Andrea Mader 7/30/26 Andrea Mader 7/30/26

NACDC builds community using research and trauma-informed practices

Answering the big questions and collecting critical data is what NACDC Financial Services is doing to help its community thrive.

Andrea Mader 7/20/26 Andrea Mader 7/20/26

The rise of credit unions in Indigenous finance

Credit unions are an additional avenue for expanding Native control over financial systems that Indigenous communities have historically been excluded from.

Andrea Mader 6/30/26 Andrea Mader 6/30/26

Akiptan proves “slow and steady” is the way to build an impact measurement system

Unlike the “move fast and break things” mentality of mainstream tech, thoughtful, strategic planning has been Akiptan’s best investment.

Julianna Smith 2/20/26 Julianna Smith 2/20/26

14 questions with Sweet Grass co-founder, Andrea Mader

Andrea shares stories of Sweet Grass’ beginnings and the mentorship that made it all possible.

Andrea Mader 12/10/25 Andrea Mader 12/10/25

5 resources for tracking your impact as a Native CDFI or nonprofit

Helpful tips for tracking your impact and resources for measuring success.

Andrea Mader 5/23/25 Andrea Mader 5/23/25

What philanthropy can learn from Indigenous funders

Mainstream philanthropy often operates on control and oversight. Indigenous leaders are showing a different way — one rooted in trust and cultural vitality.