Earth & Climate
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Indigenous Earth Fund

Investing in Indigenous solutions for climate resiliency and land conservation

Indigenous climate leadership holds the key to a healthy Earth. For centuries, Indigenous peoples have nurtured their lands and communities with resilience, wisdom, and care. Our Indigenous Earth Fund is a commitment to sustaining that leadership, supporting organizations that turn traditional knowledge into protective and in some cases, regenerative action, building pathways for collective wellbeing that will benefit the generations to come.

Granted to organizations and Tribes

$5.3M

Women-led organizations and Tribes supported

70%

Tribes engaged

200+

FAQ

  • When does the next cycle open?

    Cycle dates have not been set for 2026/2027 funding round. Follow us on LInkedIn and Instagram (@decolonizingwealth) to keep up with RFP dates and other information.

  • How is 'Indigenous-led' defined?

    For the purposes of this Initiative, Indigenous-led is defined as organzations where the majority (at minimum 51%) of the board and staff identify as Native American and/or as people Indigenous to what is now called the United States. We assess the totality of the organization, not just senior leadership and board members.

  • Is funding available for organizations outside the U.S.

    Funding for IEF is exclusively for qualified organizations in the United States and its territories.

  • Where can I watch the Informational Webinar?

    The recording is available for viewing here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blJo38MWpfo.

Storytelling & Culture

Free Leonard Peltier

DWP is proud to be a funder and supporter of the documentary, Free Leonard Peltier, which premiered at Sundance in January 2025. Films like this transform narratives by illuminating hidden histories, building empathy, and mobilizing movements for justice and repair.