Indspire
Indspire is a national Indigenous charity in Canada that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people to benefit individuals, families, communities, and the country.
About Indspire
Indspire is a national Indigenous registered charity that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people. The organization aims to benefit these individuals, their families, communities, and Canada as a whole. Indspire's mission is to educate, connect, and invest in Indigenous people in collaboration with Indigenous, private, and public sector stakeholders.
Indspire's Mission and Vision
Indspire's vision is to enrich Canada through Indigenous education and inspire achievement. Its mission revolves around educating, connecting, and investing in Indigenous people. Indspire's North Star goal is that within a generation, every Indigenous student will graduate. The organization values integrity, respect, equity, openness, reciprocity, and inclusiveness.
Educational Programs and Financial Awards
Indspire disburses financial awards and delivers programs aimed at increasing graduation rates for Indigenous students. The organization serves First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students across remote communities, rural areas, and urban centers in Canada. Programs like Rivers to Success (R2S) provide strong support systems, including access to Elders, mentors, and Building Brighter Futures alumni.
Indspire Events and Recognition Programs
Indspire hosts several events to promote Indigenous education and recognize achievements. The Soaring: Indigenous Youth Empowerment Gathering guides high school students through career and post-secondary education options. The Indspire Awards recognize outstanding Indigenous professionals and youth. The National Gathering for Indigenous Education and Guiding the Journey event celebrate educators contributing to improved outcomes for Indigenous students.
Ways to Support Indspire
Indspire offers multiple ways for donors to contribute, including one-time gifts, monthly donations, corporate sponsorships, and donations of stocks and securities. The organization also accepts cryptocurrency and airline points. Its Brighter Futures Circle is a nationwide Leadership Giving program for donors seeking a deeper connection with Indspire's mission. The Research Knowledge Nest conducts studies to measure social impact and improve support for Indigenous students.