Indigenousways
Indigenousways promotes living in balance for communities through music, arts, outreach and events. Our vision is to reach and uplift communities through music, the arts, and indigenous wisdom, …
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Black mountain/mesa project (relief runs) this project worked to meet the needs of the navajo nation community. Utilizing indigenousways virtual platform and word of mouth to spread the news for the need on the reservation. Necessities (toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, non-perishable foods, clothes, bikes, hand washing stations, water barrels, produce, water, etc) were received by indigenousways, by mail and drop-offs, these items were donated to the navajo nation commuinity. Since may 2020, indigenousways has completed 21 relief runs to black mountain/mesa. Black mountain is an aging population and we got to see firsthand the dilemma they all face with no water and supplies, so we amplified this with some permission to film and photograph some of our trips …
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Mission
Indigenousways promotes living in balance for communities through music, arts, outreach and events. Our vision is to reach and uplift communities through music, the arts, and indigenous wisdom, fostering connection and resilience.
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· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Indigenousways has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all comparable organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- It is one of the better-documented arts & culture charities in the United States GiveRadar currently tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
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- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyIndigenousways is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Santa Fe, NM, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2008 and has been operating for 18 years. Its EIN is 261656689. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 70/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $261K in annual revenue. 37 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Indigenousways's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 261656689. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Indigenousways has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 70 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in United States is 90/100.
Indigenousways is located in Santa Fe, NM, United States. The organization was established in 2008 and has been active for 18 years.
Based on official tax filings, Indigenousways has $261K in annual revenue. It allocates 73% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 76% for arts & culture charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Indigenousways is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $261K in annual revenue. The organization has 37 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Indigenousways. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, Indigenousways holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 73% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 76%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Black mountain/mesa project (relief runs) this project worked to meet the needs of the navajo nation community. Utilizing indigenousways virtual platform and word of mouth to spread the news for the need on the reservation. Necessities (toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, non-perishable foods, clothes, bikes, hand washing stations, water barrels, produce, water, etc) were received by indigenousways, by mail and drop-offs, these items were donated to the navajo nation commuinity. Since may 2020, indigenousways has completed 21 relief runs to black mountain/mesa. Black mountain is an aging population and we got to see firsthand the dilemma they all face with no water and supplies, so we amplified this with... Indigenousways is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2008.
Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 73% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 76%. Its annual revenue of $261K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Indigenousways are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Indigenousways is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 261656689, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
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INDIGENOUSWAYS is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (14)
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 37 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
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What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 37 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 2008
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Indigenousways
- What is Indigenousways?
- Indigenousways is a arts & culture publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Santa Fe, United States. Black mountain/mesa project (relief runs) this project worked to meet the needs of the navajo nation community. Utilizing indigenousways virtual platform and word of mouth to spread the news for the need on the reservation. Necessities (toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, non-perishable foods, clothes, bikes, hand washing stations, water barrels, produce, water, etc) were received by indigenousways, by mail and drop-offs, these items were donated to the navajo nation commuinity. Since may 2020, indigenousways has completed 21 relief runs to black mountain/mesa. Black mountain is an aging population and we got to see firsthand the dilemma they all face with no water and supplies, so we amplified this with some permission to film and photograph some of our trips to share with our virtual platform site. Indigenousways continue to look for ways to meet the needs of the reservation. In july 2021 a team dropped off a 300 gallon water tote and double twin axel trailer. Indigenous healing festivals. Indigenousways hosted a virtual two-day healing through the arts festival on multiple platforms on may 8th and 9th, 2021, in collaboration with tewa women united, the institute of american indian arts, and the santa fe indian school. The festivals focused on healing of the minds, bodies, and spirits back into the rhythms of the four seasons, the four cycles of life, and the four directions. The holistic practice encompasses the reintegration of our fragmented parts as an individual, a family, and as a community. This includes dropping walls of separation so that all can be heard, seen and received. The festival served approximately 600 individuals live and an additional 200 individuals viewed the archived video. Indigenousways virutal events (iwve)as a result of COVID we pivoted and transitioned into a new program very quickly launching the iwve on april 1st. 2020. The iwves are unique as we provide an intimate platform on zoom, where our audiences can participate a
- When was Indigenousways founded?
- Indigenousways was founded in 2008.
- Who leads Indigenousways?
- Michelle Redmond serves as President.
- Where is Indigenousways located?
- Headquartered in Santa Fe, NM, United States.
- What is Indigenousways's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 73% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Indigenousways trustworthy?
- Indigenousways has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Indigenousways's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 261656689.
- What is Indigenousways's website?
- http://www.indigenousways.org