FIRST PEOPLES FUND
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FIRST PEOPLES FUND is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofit initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. In 2024, the fund awarded $2 million across 72 grantees, emphasizing that it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the fund may explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO HONOR AND SUPPORT THE COLLECTIVE SPIRIT OF FIRST PEOPLES ARTISTS AND CULTURE BEARERS.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
INDIAN LAND TENURE FOUNDATION
$1.8M
34%
THE LAKOTA FUND INCORPORATED
$190K
4%
PAI FOUNDATION
$156K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FIRST PEOPLES FUND?
No. FIRST PEOPLES FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FIRST PEOPLES FUND give?
FIRST PEOPLES FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, South Dakota, and New Mexico. 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 FIRST PEOPLES FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FIRST PEOPLES FUND fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FIRST PEOPLES FUND make each year?
In 2024, FIRST PEOPLES FUND awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FIRST PEOPLES FUND fund recently?
In 2024, FIRST PEOPLES FUND awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include INDIAN LAND TENURE FOUNDATION, THE LAKOTA FUND INCORPORATED, and PAI FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FIRST PEOPLES FUND?
FIRST PEOPLES FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.