Ase Ye Duru Fund

Borderless Collective was birthed out of a need to address the gap in discourse around racial trauma that we see in our communities and the lack of reparative and liberation practices.

The Ase Ye Duru Fund is rooted in the collective nature of our ancestors, which centers resources (including cultural assets) and Black and Indigenous-led change throughout Nebraska and the region. The fund aims to advance two priorities.

Reparative and Liberation Practices
Racial Healing & Wellness

Focus Areas

Reparative and Liberation Practices Racial Healing & Wellness Fostering Third Spaces: Black & Indigenous Fugitivity
Who and What We Fund?

We emphasize funding small to mid-size nonprofit organizations. Your organization must be based or serve Nebraska and/or Iowa. Nebraska/Iowa-based nonprofits serving primarily Nebraska, Iowa or the surrounding region.
Eligibility

Organizations must be a registered 501(c)(3) entity to be eligible for a grant. Fiscally sponsored organizations are welcome to apply. Eligibility for the Fund is restricted based on Black and Indigenous-led projects in service to Black & Indigenous communities and by geography.
Selection Process

The Community Stewards Committee members will assess the nonprofit organization application based on the following selection criteria: Transformative Does the proposed work align with the Borderless mission? Is the idea bold, and does it lead to racial healing, repair, and wellness? Leadership Are the individuals affiliated with the applicant visionary and capable? Operations Does the applicant have adequate staff (or plans to grow), transparent governance, and solid financial practices? Do the applicant's leaders have a clear strategy?
Application Process

Preparing and Submitting Your Application: Borderless Collective will host two virtual sessions to provide an overview of the grant cycle and answer prospective applicants' questions. For organizations to be considered for the grant cycle, all application material must be submitted through the Just Fund Application Portal by April 30th at 7:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. Timeline: APPLY NOW >