NCGives Executive Director Donna Chavis

Last week, NCGives had the opportunity to lead a panel discussion at the American Indian Women of Proud Nations conference, held this year in Raleigh, North Carolina.

The session, called "Giving From the Heart: The Culture & Practice of Women's Giving," covered the importance of looking within our own communities for giving resources, instead of depending soley on grants and other "outside support." The potential for women's giving circles was explored, as well as the activity and impact of the NC American Indian Fund.

We're also very pleased to say that Donna Chavis, NCGives' executive director and a member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, was honored at the conference banquet as an American Indian woman of distinction. Congratulations Donna!

For pictures from NCGives' session as well as Donna's award speech and video, please visit our media page.

Learn more about giving among American Indians and women with our fact sheets:

American Indian Giving
A one-pager about the contributions of American Indian givers, including examples from North Carolina

Women & Giving
A one-pager about the contributions of women givers, particularly in North Carolina