A side project with a bigger purpose
FirstDonations is a one-man operation — a side gig, as you may call it. There is no team, no office, just a genuine passion for Indigenous art and a commitment to giving back.
After visiting Canada and being captivated by West Coast Indigenous art aesthetics, I started learning about the rich cultural heritage and the struggles that Indigenous communities continue to face. That's where the idea was born: combine a hobby in graphic design with something meaningful.
"Personally, I see this as Cultural Appreciation rather than Cultural Appropriation. Every portrait ordered helps fund the communities whose art inspires this work."
If you feel uncomfortable with this venture, I fully respect that — and I still encourage you to donate directly to our selected charities. The links are in the footer.
Invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples for the long-term benefit of individuals, families, communities, and Canada.
indspire.ca →Funds healing, education, and cultural initiatives led by and for Indigenous communities across Canada.
irfund.ca →50% of revenue is split equally between both organisations. Donations are processed with a 15-day delay to accommodate any refund requests.
We don't operate as a formal charity, but we coordinate directly with both organisations regarding this initiative.