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Julianna Smith 7/9/26 Julianna Smith 7/9/26

The complicated beauty of America’s national parks

To truly appreciate our exquisite public parks, we must grapple with their violent origins and honor the human story behind the grandeur.

Julianna Smith 5/5/26 Julianna Smith 5/5/26

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.

Julianna Smith 3/20/26 Julianna Smith 3/20/26

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.

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.

Julianna Smith 7/22/25 Julianna Smith 7/22/25

Becoming a doula: A researcher’s path to person-centered care

Meet Jackie Carter, associate research director at Sweet Grass and trained birth doula, whose path into doula work reflects her deep commitment to community, care, and equity.

Julianna Smith 7/11/25 Julianna Smith 7/11/25

Takeaways from the 10th Annual Native CDFI Capital Access Convening

Key takeaways from the Capital Access Convening, where resilience, innovation, and community impact took center stage. Learn how Native CDFIs are collaborating, adapting, and leading change in their communities.

Julianna Smith 6/23/25 Julianna Smith 6/23/25

A beginner’s guide to marketing for mission-driven organizations

Sharing your story with clarity and heart can help build real connection, inspire action, and drive the change you’re working toward.

Julianna Smith 5/5/25 Julianna Smith 5/5/25

Four Bands Community Fund uses data to transform Indigenous finance

Blending data with deep community knowledge, Four Bands is reshaping what lending looks like on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation.

Julianna Smith 10/31/24 Julianna Smith 10/31/24

Takeaways from the National Tribal Housing Ecosystem Summit

Michael shares insights and highlights from the National Tribal Housing Ecosystem Summit in Boise, Idaho. The event united leaders from around the country to discuss ideas, partnerships, and opportunities to grow tribal ecosystems that support homeownership and economic development.

Julianna Smith 10/17/24 Julianna Smith 10/17/24

Building financial capacity in Indigenous communities with NACDC Financial Services

We talk with Angie Main, executive director of NACDC Financial Services, about her steadfast work addressing critical needs in Native financing on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation.