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Est.

2018

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

AKIING 8TH FIRE is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships within the nonprofit sector. In 2024, it allocated a total of $250K across four grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model that operates by invitation only. Notably, AKIING 8TH FIRE does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits interested in connecting can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO FURTHER THE CULTURALLY AND ECOLOGICALLY SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES OF THE ANISHINAABEG. TO DO ANY AND ALL OTHER ACTS, AND EXERCISE ALL RIGHTS AND POWERS WHICH MAY BE REASONABLE NECESSARY, INCIDENTAL, DESIRABLE OR EXPEDIENT IN THE ACCOMPLISHMENT OF SUCH PURPOSE.
Total Funding Given
$250K
2024
Grantees funded
4
Multi-year grantees
25%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$100K
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Frank Bibeau
Board Member
M
Martin Curry
Board Member
M
Mike Wiggins
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to AKIING 8TH FIRE?
No. AKIING 8TH FIRE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does AKIING 8TH FIRE give?
AKIING 8TH FIRE primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota. 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 AKIING 8TH FIRE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from AKIING 8TH FIRE fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does AKIING 8TH FIRE make each year?
In 2024, AKIING 8TH FIRE awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $250 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did AKIING 8TH FIRE fund recently?
In 2024, AKIING 8TH FIRE awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include ANISHINAABE AGRICULTURE INSTITUTE and GIIWEDINONG MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER OF THE NORT. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to AKIING 8TH FIRE?
AKIING 8TH FIRE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.