Stone Hudson joins us to discuss the importance of donor collaboration to ensure aligned messages and successful project outcomes. He also shares insights into his work on funding strategies for Indigenous communities.

Stone emphasizes the importance of holistic approaches and long-term commitments in philanthropy. He reflects on his observations of the philanthropic landscape and the need for flexibility and trust in grantmaking. 

Episode Highlights:

• Opportunities to collaborate among donors in donor relations.

• Supporting Indigenous communities.

Stone Hudson Bio:

Stone aims to use his lived experience to make impactful and lasting change within his community.

Stone unexpectedly started his career in government and policy. While in that space, he refined his role to focusing on tribal relations and has spent much of his time focusing on creating solutions that address some of the most pressing issues for tribes and the Native community.

Prior to joining Meyer, Stone served as a tutor and community mentor for youth at the Many Nations Academy at the Native American Youth and Family Center. He is currently serving as Chairman of the board for Underscore News, a nonprofit publication focused on reporting issues within Native communities.

Stone joined Meyer in November 2022. 

Links:

Website: https://mmt.org 

E-mail: [email protected] 

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