This episode dives into how philanthropy can be respectful to communities that were colonized in the past. The main example I use will be the Wind River Reservation in Wyoming. I will discuss how philanthropists need to respect the sovereignty of nations while donating. Through interviews and research, I will outline a guide to responsible philanthropy. Historical context should have an impact on how we approach certain communities, and we need to be aware of the fact that philanthropy can come off as paternalistic in some cases. For anyone who is active in the nonprofit realm, this episode should be helpful in sparking introspection about said nonprofit action.
33 mins