All settlers and non-Native people in O’ga P’ogeh directly benefit from the ongoing colonization of Tewa lands — whether through access to water, sustenance, housing, capital, or entertainment. Paying a monthly Land Tax recognizes the ongoing nature of our relationship to Tewa lands and their people, and is a long-term commitment to wealth redistribution. Reciprocity is not achieved through a one-time interaction — it is a constant practice that acknowledges the intricate weaving of our lives. We view the Land Tax as both a tool for economic justice and simultaneously a tool for repairing relationships and building a more resilient local community that allows everyone to thrive.

There are financial perks too! Through recurring donations, we are providing local Indigenous initiatives with a consistent and reliable source of funds, as opposed to the worrisome process of wondering where the next big donation or grant will come from. 

Learn more about the structure of the O’ga P’ogeh Land Tax on our About page.