From Transactional to Relational: Centering Indigenous Values in Philanthropy

This session explores how Native-led and national funders are moving beyond transactional grantmaking toward trust, reciprocity, and long-term partnership. Through examples from Hawaiʻi and national partners, participants will learn relational, Indigenous-informed funding approaches and apply them to their own work.

Speakers:

  • Molly Judge, Director of Philanthropic Solutions, Magic Cabinet
  • Ku'uleinani Maunupau, President, Native Hawaiian Philanthropy
  • Erik Stegman, CEO, Native Americans in Philanthropy 
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Location / Room
502 Cowlitz, Level 5
Speakers
Conferences
Building Together 2026
Session Type
Peer-Led Session
Foundation Type
Community Foundations
Corporate Giving Programs and Foundations
Family Foundations
Private Foundations
Public Foundations