Supporting Native Workforce Development: A Guide for Funders by Workforce Matters

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Produced by Workforce Grantmaking in Native Nations and Communities (WGNNC), an initiative by Workforce Matters, this guide provides those working in philanthropy and other key allies and supporters of Native Nations and communities with an informed understanding of how they and their organizations can:

• Establish and grow impactful philanthropic partnerships with Native Nation governments, Native nonprofits, tribal colleges and universities, and other Native entities.

• Expand and enhance the quality and accessibility of workforce development services designed by and for Native people; and

• Support policies designed to expand and strengthen the resources available, ability and capacity of Native workforce development service providers to develop and implement self-determined, effective workforce development solutions.

The guide uplifts philanthropy’s unique role and ability in supporting the building of strong Native Nations and individuals through Native-led workforce development initiatives that advance the long-range priorities of the Native communities.