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Western Native Voice

Western Native Voice

Billings, MT, US
501(c)3
EIN
45-3771715
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Western Native Voice

Billings, MT, US
501(c)3
EIN
45-3771715

Overview

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Est.

2011

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Western Native Voice is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives primarily within the Native community. In 2023, it paid a total of $1.8 million in grants to four invited grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model. This organization does not accept unsolicited proposals, and nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

We inspire Native leadership so our communities flourish. We foster positive change through leadership, civic engagement, education, and advocacy.
Total Funding Given

$1.8M

2023
Grantees funded
4
Multi-year grantees
25%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

1

Median 1st year grant
$92.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$1.8M
M
Montana Wilson
Board Member
R
Ronnie Jo Horse
Board Member
T
Tom Mexican
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Western Native Voice?
No. Western Native Voice does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Western Native Voice give?
Western Native Voice primarily gives to organizations located in Montana, Idaho, and North Dakota. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Western Native Voice’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Western Native Voice fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $93 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Western Native Voice make each year?
In 2023, Western Native Voice awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Western Native Voice fund recently?
In 2023, Western Native Voice awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include Western Native Voice Inc, INDIGENOUS IDAHO ALLIANCE INC, and WESTERN ORGANIZATION OF RESOURCE COUNCILS EDUCATION PROJECT. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Western Native Voice?
Western Native Voice does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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