Classes & Events

Guiding towards financial stability and self-reliance

Nimiipuu Fund's financial education classes serve as empowering platforms, guiding individuals and communities toward financial stability and self-reliance.

Rooted in cultural wisdom and tailored to specific Native American contexts, these classes provide essential knowledge on budgeting, saving, investing, and managing credit. They emphasize traditional values of communal support, responsible stewardship, and long-term planning, aligning with the holistic approach to wealth often valued in Native cultures. By imparting practical financial skills within the cultural framework, these classes not only enhance individual financial well-being but also strengthen the economic resilience of Native American communities, fostering a future of prosperity and self-determination.

NAFOA’s Career Basics for Native Youth and Young Professionals

Flexible Learning, Join Anytime Now through June 30, 2025 You can join Career Basics at any point during the program dates, making it easy to fit your learning into your schedule. Study at your own pace and revisit lessons as needed, so you can fully absorb each topic at a speed that works best for…

Columbia River Food Safety Training

The Dalles Campus 400 East Scenic Drive, The Dalles, OR, United States

May 2-3, 2025 | 9 AM-5 PM PST Free In Person at The Dalles Campus, The Dalles, OR Join us for Columbia River Food Safety (Formerly HACCP) Training and discover best practices that meet federal guidelines and help position Indian-caught salmon as a trusted, high-quality choice in today's marketplace. To register or for more information, please contact…

National Small Business Week Virtual Summit

May 6-7, 2025 Free Online Summit During National Small Business Week, SBA will hold the free Virtual Summit from May 6-7 for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners. This year’s summit will feature access to critical federal resources, educational workshops, and networking opportunities to help our nation’s entrepreneurs start, grow, and expand businesses. 

Medicare Workshop

Latah County Fairgrounds 1021 Harold Street, Moscow, ID, United States

May 7, 2025 | 6-8 PM PST Free In Person at Latah County Fairgrounds, Moscow, ID Are you nearing 65 or have family members that you are trying to help with their retirement plans? This is the workshop for you. An Idaho Department of Insurance SHIBA representative will be here to explain Medicare and all…

Market Research Mastery

May 8, 2025 | 12-1 PM PST Free Online Class or In Person at Lapwai, ID Join Itamn'áawit Program for an insightful workshop designed to help entrepreneurs analyze market trends, identify customer needs, and assess competition. Gain data-driven insights to make informed decisions and drive business growth.

Washington Small Business Fair

Spokane Community College 1810 N Greene Street, Spokane, WA, United States

May 15, 2025 Free Event in Spokane, WA BizFair is THE event that all current and aspiring small business owners should attend! The longest running all government and nonprofit-run small business fair in Washington State, BizFair is always FREE to attend and open to everyone. Sharpen your business skills by attending educational seminars led by industry experts, Learn about valuable small…

Nez Perce Tribe Job Fair

Pi-Nee-Waus Community Center 504 Main St S, Lapwai, ID, United States

This free event offers resume and job application assistance, professional headshots, door prizes, and a free BBQ lunch — plus Appaloosa Express Transportation to get you there. Stop by to connect with Tribal entities, explore career pathways, and help support our community’s future success. Nimiipuu Fund is excited to attend the upcoming Career Exploration event and…

Managing Business Finances

May 21, 2025 | 12 PM  Learn the basics of how to set up and manage the finances of your small business. This session discusses the importance of separating business and personal finances and covers financial management basics like budgeting and bookkeeping. Presenter:Bea Bany, Northwest Access Fund CART closed captioning and ASL Interpretation will be…