EECF works to build capacity and resiliency in the Cree communities and institutions through funds related to education, youth development, culture, health and social services, housing, and community development.
To strengthen Indigenous charitable organizations, and support them to expand and scale their impact, EleV has partnered with the Eenou-Eeyou Community Fund and other Indigenous-led charities across Canada. Indigenous organizations have deep knowledge about how best to meet the needs of their communities while contributing to self-determination. By investing in, and working with, Indigenous-led charities, this initiative aligns with and honours Indigenous worldviews including values of gifting and sharing, reciprocity, mutual responsibility, and respect.
This partnership includes:
• Convening learning and storytelling activities and building a Community of Practice to support the development of a cohesive and collaborative Indigenous-led philanthropic ecosystem
• Raising awareness of Indigenous-led charitable organizations to generate new opportunities within the charitable sector, with governments, and with private and public organizations
• Demonstrating how Indigenous-led approaches to community development and service can impact and transform education and work opportunities for Indigenous youth
• Supporting partners’ programming and partnerships in service of Indigenous community and youth education, work opportunities, and holistic well-being
