The Christensen Fund Details Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities Pledge Commitments
Updated January 1, 2024
At the World Leaders Summit at COP26, the Christensen Fund joined the UK, Norway, Germany, the US, and the Netherlands, and over 15 private funders in a collective pledge of 1.7 billion USD for Indigenous and local communities to protect tropical forests that are vital ecosystems to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and pandemic risk. The Christensen Fund…
Indigenous Leaders Spotlight: Meet Andrea Ixchíu
“I would like us to start honoring the lives of people who are taking care of our land all while experiencing the effects of climate change and facing violence from governments and the extractive industries that are causing the climate crisis and perpetuating colonialist behaviors in our lands and territories.”
- Andrea Ixchíu, Storyteller for Human and Environmental Rights
Andrea Ixchíu is…
The Christensen Fund joins governments and private funders to announce historic $1.7 billion pledge at COP26 in support of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities
UK, Norway, Germany, US, and the Netherlands, and 17 funders pledged to support Indigenous Peoples, local communities at COP26, citing their proven role in preventing deforestation that fuels climate change
In raising the visibility of Indigenous Peoples at the World Leaders Summit, donors also committed to delivering funding directly to communities and promised them a role in ‘decision-making…
The Christensen Fund Elects Three New Indigenous Women Trustees
As part of its commitment to have at least half of its Trustees be Indigenous Peoples, The Christensen Fund is pleased to announce that it has elected three new Trustees to its Board.: Ikal Angelei, Joan Carling, and Vicky Tauli-Corpuz.
“These three women are incredibly accomplished and expand The Christensen Fund’s Board beyond North America,” says Diane Christensen, Co-Chair of The…
Donor Pledges and Collaborations
Donor Pledges and Collaborations In the spirit of transparency and accountability, The Christensen Fund is proud to share our commitments to supporting and partnering with Indigenous Peoples. In the spirit of transparency and accountability, The Christensen Fund is proud to share our commitments to supporting and partnering with Indigenous Peoples. Below, you can read about progress…
Board of Trustees
Board of Trustees We are grateful for our trustees’ guidance and investment in The Christensen Fund’s efforts to resource Indigenous leaders and communities around the world. We are grateful for our trustees’ guidance and investment in The Christensen Fund’s efforts to resource Indigenous leaders and communities around the world. C. Diane Christensen President Diane…
Our Grants
Our Grants Our partners represent a strong global network of Indigenous communities and organizations that center Indigenous leadership, voices, and perspectives around the world to tackle critical issues ranging from climate change and land sovereignty to gender justice.
The Christensen Fund is currently providing direct support to the organizations and community…
Native Americans In Philanthropy Launches Historic Tribal Nations Conservation Pledge
Fifteen funders have committed over $100 million over the next five years to support Tribal-led biodiversity restoration and conservation
Washington, D.C. – Native Americans in Philanthropy and Biodiversity Funders Group, in partnership with 15 leading funders, announced the launch of the Tribal Nations Conservation Pledge today at the White House Conservation in Action Summit. To date,…
Indigenous Leaders Spotlight: Meet Fawn Sharp
Photo credit: Indian Country Today
“Oftentimes, I think about my journey and my responsibility to the 3,000 people of the Quinault Nation...Holding public office means you have a sacred responsibility to honor the ones who spent their lifetimes and tremendous energy and resources to advance a nation."
- Fawn Sharp, Public Servant and Fierce Indigenous Rights Advocate
Fawn Sharp is one of…
Indigenous Leaders Spotlight: Meet Joan Carling
Photo credit: Global Landscapes Forum
“Indigenous peoples are not the enemies. We are not against development. We are conserving our environment for the future of humanity. But we cannot do this alone. The global community, governments, companies and civil society must act in solidarity, and assume responsibility for realizing sustainable development for all.”
-Joan Carling,…