AKIING 8TH FIRE
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AKIING 8TH FIRE is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Minnesota, having paid a total of $200K in grants to three grantees in 2023. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with AKIING 8TH FIRE 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 REASONABLY NECESSARY, INCIDENTAL, DESIRABLE OR EXPEDIENT IN THE ACCOMPLISHMENT OF SUCH PURPOSE.
Cause Areas
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Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ANISHINAABE AGRICULTURE INSTITUTE
$464.6K
82%
GIIWEDINONG MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER OF THE NORT
$100K
18%
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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 $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does AKIING 8TH FIRE make each year?
In 2023, AKIING 8TH FIRE awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $200 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did AKIING 8TH FIRE fund recently?
In 2023, 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.
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