WE BUILD FUTURES WORTH RISING FOR
Together, we reclaim Indigenous traditions, strengthen our family systems, and create a future where every child grows up loved, proud, and ready to lead.
All Nations Rise empowers Minnesota Indigenous families through culturally guided parent-led initiatives and Indigenous child development programs.
Honoring the Past.
Building the Future.
Indigenous families and communities hold deep wisdom, love, and resilience. Yet the impacts of colonization and cultural disconnection continue to create barriers, especially in tribal early childhood systems and Indigenous community leadership opportunities.
At All Nations Rise, we believe that tribal communities know what their children need to thrive. We work alongside families, caregivers, and tribal nations to uplift Indigenous voices, restore cultural foundations, and build the systems our communities deserve.
WHO WE ARE
ROOTED IN CULTURE RISING TOGETHER
Our Foundation
Our Mission
We empower Indigenous families to reclaim culture, strengthen child and family systems, and lead change for generations to come.
Our Vision
A world where Indigenous children grow up surrounded by love, grounded in culture, and uplifted by systems that honor who they are.
Our Programs
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Indigenous Parent Leadership Initiative (IPLI)
A 23-week leadership journey that empowers parents and caregivers to advocate for their children and communities through culture and civic engagement.
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Indigenous Children’s Leadership Initiative (ICLI)
Alongside IPLI, this 22-week experience uses stories, play, and language to foster pride, confidence, and voice in Indigenous children aged 3–12.
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Family, Friend, and Neighbor Provider Network (FFN)
Culturally responsive childcare training, mini-grants, and peer connections that uplift the essential caregivers sustaining Indigenous child care.
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First Children, First Nations Collaborative (FCFN)
A community-driven partnership helping tribal nations design and strengthen sustainable, culturally aligned child care systems.
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Indigebox
Imagine a box delivering Indigenous books, crafts, and teachings to classrooms and families—sparking pride and cultural connection in every child— that’s Indigebox.
Voices From Our
Community
“Everything has been wonderful! I think the program has pretty much everything I need to take full advantage of the resources.”
— Family, Friend, & Neighbor Provider Network Provider
“I feel honored to have had this great opportunity first to be a participant with IPLI, and now to be a staff member at All Nations Rise. I learned the skills and gained the confidence I needed to be a great advocate for my child, my community, and tribe.”
— Marlena Hanson, All Nations Rise Staff Member & Indigenous Parent Leadership Initiative Graduate
I am so grateful to my classmates. So much love in this class — support — teaching me my name, my introduction.
— IPLI Participant
Our Story in the Headlines
Our Roots: Indigenous Visioning
All Nations Rise grows from Indigenous Visioning — a for-profit social enterprise amplifying Indigenous voices through advocacy, consulting, and IndigeBox. Proceeds and expertise from Indigenous Visioning directly fuel our nonprofit programs, so every family, child, and caregiver benefits.
“Giving kids what they need is just like building a house. It’s good to put money into the roof and the sides, but the most important part is the foundation.”
— Leroy Staples Fairbanks III,
District III Representative
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There's a Place for You in This Movement
Whether you give, volunteer, or partner, you help reclaim culture, train Indigenous leaders, and build early childhood systems that reflect our communities.
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