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Who we are

Mission Statement

CoMission empowers Indigenous nonprofits and social enterprises, focusing on Native Hawaiian, Native American and Alaska Natives. Through fund development, grant writing and management, financial management, and board governance, we strengthen organizations to achieve lasting, community-driven impact.

Vision Statement

We envision a future where Indigenous-led organizations are financially sustainable, culturally grounded, and equipped to drive meaningful change. By fostering strategic partnerships and capacity-building, we help create resilient, thriving communities.

Meet Our Leadership Team

  • Olani Lilly

    Chief Executive Officer

  • Smiling man with a beard wearing a gray blazer and black shirt, standing in front of a wooden background. Christian McAdams

    Christian McAdams

    Chief Services Officer

  • Smiling person wearing glasses and a pink sweater, standing in front of a wooden wall. Doris Tinsley

    Doris Tinsley

    Director of Accounts & Indigenous Peoples Liaison