Tiwahe Foundation

?? For too long, Native peoples have been erased from the American narrative, our stories left untold, and our contributions overlooked—fueling a cycle of invisibility that we’re working hard to break. ?? That’s why we’re proud to support USA Today’s Native American Heritage Month Special Edition, dedicated entirely to the hard work being done across Indian Country to carry our cultures forward. This publication showcases how Indigenous knowledge systems hold answers to today’s most pressing issues, from environmental stewardship to community well-being. ?? We invite you to explore stories of resilience, innovation, and leadership from Native communities across the country including some familiar faces from the Tiwahe community. ?? Read the special edition here: https://lnkd.in/gMzX5fBD #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #TiwaheFoundation #CelebrateNativeVoices #IndigenousResilience

Pictured is Tiwahe ED, Nikki Pieratos, making evaluative observations at our Oyate Leadership gathering as we prepare to share out our impacts, because it’s important for the field that we demonstrate how Indigenous models work best… It’s important to document our impacts in writing, even though as we heard this gem yesterday at MDH’s #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth2024 panel, “Just because it’s not published, doesn’t mean it’s not happening.” - Natalie Nicholson (co-presented with CoCo Villaluz & Nikki Pieratos). Miigwech/Pidamayaye to Kris Rhodes at MDH for the invitation to share with your employees!

Pictured is Tiwahe ED, Nikki Pieratos, making evaluative observations at our Oyate Leadership gathering as we prepare to share out our impacts, because it’s important for the field that we demonstrate how Indigenous models work best… It’s important to document our impacts in writing, even though as we heard this gem yesterday at MDH’s #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth2024 panel, “Just because it’s not published, doesn’t mean it’s not happening.” - Natalie Nicholson (co-presented with CoCo Villaluz & Nikki Pieratos). Miigwech/Pidamayaye to Kris Rhodes at MDH for the invitation to share with your employees!

?? Join us on November 21 for Give to the Max Day! We are proud to uplift the incredible work of our friends at Wakan Tipi Awanyankapi. This Native-led organization is doing powerful work to honor and care for our natural places, sacred sites, and the rich cultural values they hold. The people behind Wakan Tipi mean so much to us at Tiwahe Foundation. Executive Director Maggie Lorenz, who also serves as our board treasurer, has helped forge a deep connection between our teams. Over the past year, we’ve shared joyous moments playing traditional Ojibwe games, visiting sacred sites, and learning about plant medicines together. Let’s help them reach their $15,000 goal! Your support will make a meaningful difference in preserving sacred spaces and cultural heritage for future generations. ?? Learn more and donate here: https://lnkd.in/gDrA8YpC

?? Celebrate #RockYourMocs2024 with Tiwahe Foundation! Wear your mocs with pride as we honor our cultural identity and Indigenous leadership. Let's uplift future generations together and challenge systemic barriers. Share your story and keep our traditions alive! ? #TiwaheFoundation #IndigenousLeadership #IndigenousPhilanthropy

?? What an amazing day at AIMs last Saturday! Proud to sponsor & discuss the vital mission, "children are sacred & our future." Huge thanks to AIFEP Alumni Jenni Bush for leading the event! ???? OLN Director Baswewe Gayle inspired us with insights on cultural identity through her interactive session, OLN collaborator Susan Ninham & husband Dan Ninham shared teachings on Indigenous foods, and ED Nikki Pieratos reminded us that, we are more than our trauma. We support each org & community member who contributed to the day's success, let’s keep uplifting and empowering future generations! ????? #IndigenousLeadership #IndigenousPhilanthropy #AIFEP #OyateLeadershipNetwork

In celebration of #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we’re highlighting some of our community partners committed to uplifting Indigenous and local communities, families, values and heritage. We’re honored to have worked with and helped raise nearly $100,000 in the last year for the following organizations: MIGIZI Tiwahe Foundation American Indian Family and Children’s Services American Indian Family Center Boys & Girls Club of the Minneapolis American Indian Center Interfaith Action of Greater Saint Paul National Eagle Center FRIENDS OF THE BLUFFS We look forward to continuing our work with these amazing partners! #islandimpact #community #nativeamericanheritage #nativeamericanculture #indigenous #indigenouspeople #partners

In recent years, with the help of Bush Foundation's Partnership Fund, cultural leadership organizations like African American Leadership Forum, COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS, LatinoLEAD and Tiwahe Foundation have grown to become critical community resources in Minnesota. In 2017 the four organizations joined forces in an initiative called LinkingLeaders. Funded by F.R. Bigelow Foundation, LinkingLeaders aims to assess and understand the gaps between leaders of color and leadership opportunities across sectors. It’s proven to be a deeply valuable source of learning and connection for the participants. We're excited about the work these organizations have accomplished and continue to accomplish together! Read more about their work in community. ??

Today we honor our Ogichidaas & Akicitas past and present ?? #HappyVeteransDay2024

Tiwahe Foundation is honored to sponsor and speak at ?? Making Our Ancestors Proud: Parenting School Age Children in Today’s World on Nov. 9 at American Indian Magnet School! ?? Join us for cultural teachings, Indigenous food, and resources to support parents and families. Childcare provided. RSVP with the QR code. ??? #IndigenousLeadership #IndigenousPhilanthropy