Elizabeth Theobald Richards
“This fund will truly be a collaborative effort and will not only greatly benefit American Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians but the cultural landscape of the United States as a whole.”
Elizabeth Theobald Richards, Cherokee
Former Program Officer, Media, Arts and Culture, Ford Foundation
“The act of giving was part of the ‘gifting economy’ of the Northwest where one’s wealth was measured by generosity, good work and a good heart. That is the work of philanthropy too: It’s an honor to have plenty and to share. There is no lack when you have this process in place and the most important mindset to have while participating is gratitude, or giving thanks and promising to care for all, no matter what.”
Elizabeth Woody, Navajo/Warm Springs/Wasco/Yakama
K-12 Program Coordinator, Center for Coastal Marine Observation & Prediction
