A Bold New Lecture Series Designed to Empower Allies
- Learn what Real Tribes are
- Find out the difference between Tribal Corporations and Nonprofit Posers
- Get the Ally Toolkit
- See real-world case studies of tribal impersonation (and their downfall)
- Learn how to protect tribal sovereignty by saying “No”
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Many well-meaning allies want to stand with Indigenous people but struggle to know where their support should go.
Some organizations present themselves as “tribes” when they are actually nonprofits or corporations, and the difference is often unclear to the public. This confusion can leave allies uncertain, hesitant, or worried about making the wrong choice.
This seminar will help you gain confidence in understanding the difference between Indigenous nations and nonprofits, so you can make informed decisions about where to place your energy, trust, and resources.
Nations vs. Nonprofits: How Well-Meaning Allies Can Tell the Difference is a live online presentation designed to answer those questions.
Together we’ll explore:
- What the word “tribe” really means, including its colonial baggage and its current legal meaning.
- How sovereign Native nations differ from cultural groups, nonprofits, or incorporated organizations.
- Case studies where corporations claimed to be tribes, and what happened when they were exposed.
- Clear red flags and a practical checklist you can use to evaluate organizations that ask for your support.
Guard Your Good Intentions
See how to recognize credible tribal voices before lending your name or resources.
Anyone can claim to speak for Native people, but only Tribal Nations have the authority and continuity to do so. These tools help you tell the difference before your support causes harm.
Credibility Protects Everyone
Partnerships built on authenticity strengthen communities and reduce liability. The Ally Toolkit and Sample Letters help you verify claims, avoid conflicts, and keep your work aligned with real Tribal sovereignty.
You want to help. Make sure you help right.
These resources give you the clarity and confidence to stand with real Nations, not corporate imitators.
The Ally Toolkit
Awareness is only the first step. The Ally Toolkit turns what you’ve learned into action; helping you vet organizations, protect your resources, and stand in real solidarity with Tribal Nations. Developed with Indigenous input, these tools are already being used by funders and institutions across the country.
Real Tools for Real Life
The Ally Toolkit and Sample Declination Letters are practical safeguards designed to help allies move beyond good intentions into confident, informed action. They can help you identify credible partners, avoid harmful collaborations, and protect your organization from potential conflict or legal risk.
Use them to ask better questions, make decisions rooted in policy, and stand in genuine solidarity with Tribal Nations.
Ally toolkit: real tools you can use in real life
Sample letters: protection based on policy
Stand with Real Nations
Your choices shape the future of sovereignty. Learn how to give responsibly, partner with integrity, and protect the impact of your work.
This is not another webinar. It is knowledge every ally, funder, and institution should have.