Four Directions Energy Fund
Detailed applicationA global Indigenous clean energy investment fund that embeds Indigenous equity, governance, and benefit-sharing in renewable energy projects. It focuses on ensuring Indigenous peoples are co-owners of renewable energy projects on their land rather than passive landlords. The fund is led by a team with New Zealand and US Indigenous leadership experience.
How to Apply
What they fund
Who can apply
What they won't fund
What they care about
The Four Directions Energy Fund prioritises embedding Indigenous equity, governance, and wealth creation in the clean energy transition.
Writing tips
This is an investment fund, not a traditional grant funder. Frame proposals around equity partnerships, co-ownership structures, Indigenous governance, energy sovereignty, and long-term wealth creation for Indigenous communities. Use language around benefit-sharing, self-determination, and climate justice.
Common mistakes to avoid
Approaching this as a traditional grant application. This fund invests in renewable energy projects with Indigenous equity stakes — it is not a community grant funder. Proposals that treat Indigenous involvement as tokenistic or limited to land leasing will not align with the fund's mission.
What makes a strong application
Demonstrating genuine Indigenous co-ownership and governance structures, clear renewable energy project feasibility, strong community benefit-sharing mechanisms, and alignment with the fund's mission of flipping the extractive model of renewable energy development on Indigenous land.
Application structure
Project Description
Provide details on the renewable project, including its location, size, and expected environmental and social benefits.
Indigenous Leadership
Explain how Indigenous leadership will be integrated into the project's governance and decision-making processes.
Required documents
- • Project description
- • Financial plan