Native Nonprofit Day is a giving initiative aimed at increasing support for Native-led organizations nationwide that occurs on the third Thursday, every May. Organizations, foundations, and individuals are invited to dedicate May to raising awareness of the importance of supporting Native-led nonprofits, culminating in Native Nonprofit Day!
Thursday, May 21, 2026
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Native Ways Federation (NWF) recognizes that Native-led organizations have the solutions to the issues that Native communities are facing. Native-led nonprofits know Native communities and their strengths and how best to help Native people. The systemic funding inequities Native-led organizations face make it more difficult to implement Native-led solutions. Investing in Native-led nonprofits enhances positive change in Native communities. Native Nonprofit Day is an innovative opportunity for donors and foundations to learn about our amazing Native-led nonprofits and contribute to our groundbreaking work.
This campaign encourages donors to give to nonprofits directly through our Native Nonprofit List, or through the Native Nonprofit’s direct donate pages and fundraisers. We are not accepting donations meant for other Native-led nonprofits.
We are inviting all Native-led nonprofits, foundations, individuals, and other allies to join us and we encourage all Native-led nonprofits to use #NativeNonprofitDay, #GiveNative, and #SupportNativeLed in their fundraising efforts leading up to and on Native Nonprofit Day.
And remember, you can join us in this endeavor by creating content to post, tag, and share—and share content from Native Nonprofits that matter to you!
Native Nonprofit Day is a call to plant the seeds that empower Native-led organizations to sustain and uplift our communities year-round. But seeds only grow through action. We invite donors, partners, and community members to invest directly in Native-led nonprofits—organizations deeply rooted in the strength, culture, and vision of our people. This giving day connects supporters to the leaders doing the work on the ground, and together, our collective investment ensures Native organizations have the resources not just to endure for a moment, but to thrive and create lasting impact for generations.
Carly Bad Heart Bull, JD (Flandreau Santee)
Executive Director, Native Ways Federation
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Resources For Native Nonprofit Day 2026
Please check out our resources below to assist you and your organization in promoting Native-led nonprofits on Native Nonprofit Day 2026! If you need more assistance, please don’t hesitate in reaching out to us! More resources will be added leading up to the big day.