Who Created Real Rent?
Real Rent Duwamish was developed in 2017 by the Duwamish Solidarity Group (then an off-shoot of the Coalition of Anti-Racist Whites). It was endorsed by the Duwamish Tribe as a unique and powerful way for the community to offer direct and consistent financial support to the Tribe. With many thousands of Real Renters so far, this grassroots campaign has become a model for those around the country who want to work in right relationship with local tribes.
Who Does Real Rent Support?
All “rent” paid by Real Renters goes directly to Duwamish Tribal Services, a 501(c)(3) organization, to be used in the ways that the Tribe sees fit – there are no designations or restrictions.
What's the Right Rent For You?
Just as everybody’s financial situation is unique, so is the amount of rent that will feel right for you. You may choose to give a percentage of your income or monthly rent or mortgage, or perhaps there is another number that holds symbolic significance for you.
For example, paying $54 a month could serve as a powerful reminder of the 54,000 acres of homeland that the Duwamish Tribe signed over to settlers in 1855.
In the end, any amount is the right rent as long as it’s meaningful to you!
For example, paying $54 a month could serve as a powerful reminder of the 54,000 acres of homeland that the Duwamish Tribe signed over to settlers in 1855.
In the end, any amount is the right rent as long as it’s meaningful to you!
How To Pay Real Rent
Once you have decided how much Rent you would like to pay, click here to create your account through our donation platform Network for Good.
While one-time donations are essential to the upkeep of the Longhouse, paying monthly rent represents a continuing effort and desire to acknowledge the Duwamish while recognizing that we are visitors on their land who are profiting from being here. Monthly giving keeps the land's original inhabitants on the forefront of our thoughts. Through our monthly contribution and acknowledgement, we can be more deeply connected to this wonderful place.
If you would like to pay Real Rent, but are unable to donate with a debit or credit card, you have several options.
While one-time donations are essential to the upkeep of the Longhouse, paying monthly rent represents a continuing effort and desire to acknowledge the Duwamish while recognizing that we are visitors on their land who are profiting from being here. Monthly giving keeps the land's original inhabitants on the forefront of our thoughts. Through our monthly contribution and acknowledgement, we can be more deeply connected to this wonderful place.
If you would like to pay Real Rent, but are unable to donate with a debit or credit card, you have several options.
- You can make a donation using Paypal by clicking on the blue "Donate" button here.
- You may also mail a check to the Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center, 4705 W Marginal Way SW, Seattle, WA 98106 or drop it off in person at the same address.
- If you prefer a different option, please call the Duwamish Longhouse directly at 206-431-1582 to see what might be possible.