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.
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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…
Whole Farm Planning Course
Introductory Webinar: Jan. 23 | 11 am - 12 pm PT Workshops: Jan. 31, Feb. 28, & Mar. 28 | 9 am - 4 pm PT This course will guide new and intermediate farmers through a series of steps to develop a whole farm plan. Whether you are just starting a farm or ranch or are…
3 events,
Reading Credit Reports and Scores
Reading Credit Reports and Scores
February 26, 2025 | 11 AM-12:30 PM PST Free Online Class Join us for training designed to provide practical tools and empower you with the knowledge to take control of your financial future. Our online classes are tailored to support our Native community and beyond in building financial confidence and achieving lasting success.
4 events,
Small Business Cybersecurity: Incident Response
Small Business Cybersecurity: Incident Response
February 27, 2025 | 11 AM PST Free Webinar Series Protect your business from cyber threats with our four-part cybersecurity webinar series! We'll cover practical steps to safeguard your business, from securing your equipment and avoiding scams to protecting your systems and preparing for emergencies. Each session features expert advice and simple strategies you can…
Personal Finance for Native Americans
Personal Finance for Native Americans
February 27, 2025 | 5-6:30 PM PST Free Webinar Series The course includes four virtual sessions (you can watch and participate at home on your computer or smartphone!) covering topics such as organizing your finances and record-keeping, goal setting, budgeting, saving, using credit, understanding credit reports, and more. Join instructor Shawn Spruce (Laguna Pueblo), a financial education consultant…
3 events,
Youth Safety Poster Contest Lapwai
Youth Safety Poster Contest Lapwai
February 28, 2025 | 1:30 PM NPTHA Classroom, Lapwai, ID Join NPTHA and AMERIND for our youth safety poster contest! Let your creative side come out and join us for this fun and educational activity. This contest is open for all youth grades Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Questions? Call 208-843-2229 or email sonyas@nezperce.org to learn…
3 events,
Debt Repayment Options & Debt Collections
Debt Repayment Options & Debt Collections
March 5, 2025 | 11 AM-12:30 PM PST Free Online Class Join us for training designed to provide practical tools and empower you with the knowledge to take control of your financial future. Our online classes are tailored to support our Native community and beyond in building financial confidence and achieving lasting success.
3 events,
Youth Safety Poster Contest Kamiah
Youth Safety Poster Contest Kamiah
March 7, 2025 | 10:30 AM Boys & Girls Club, Kamiah, ID Join NPTHA and AMERIND for our youth safety poster contest! Let your creative side come out and join us for this fun and educational activity. This contest is open for all youth grades Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Questions? Call 208-843-2229 or email sonyas@nezperce.org…
3 events,
Choosing Financial Services & Products
Choosing Financial Services & Products
March 12, 2025 | 11 AM-12:30 PM PST Free Online Class Join us for training designed to provide practical tools and empower you with the knowledge to take control of your financial future. Our online classes are tailored to support our Native community and beyond in building financial confidence and achieving lasting success.
4 events,
How to Borrow Funds – Rules of the Game
How to Borrow Funds – Rules of the Game
March 19, 2025 | 11 AM-12:30 PM PST Free Online Class Join us for training designed to provide practical tools and empower you with the knowledge to take control of your financial future. Our online classes are tailored to support our Native community and beyond in building financial confidence and achieving lasting success.
The Benefits of Being a Certified Disability Owned Business Enterprise
The Benefits of Being a Certified Disability Owned Business Enterprise
March 19, 2025 | 12 PM This session explores the benefits of becoming a certified Disability Owned Business Enterprise (DOBE). Join this conversation with Phillip DeVliegher, Vice President of Supplier Diversity at Disability:IN, as he shares details about the benefits and steps to becoming certified. Presenters:Ciara Ladroma, Griffin-Hammis AssociatesPhilip DeVilegher, Disability:IN CART closed captioning and…
4 events,
Government Opportunity: Unlock Lucrative Contracts for Your Business
Government Opportunity: Unlock Lucrative Contracts for Your Business
Did you know the government is one of the largest buyers of goods and services? Learn how to secure government contracts that can take your business to the next level. This workshop will walk you through the essentials of selling to federal, state, and local agencies, navigating procurement processes, and leveraging certifications to gain a…
Winning Government Contracts: A Step-by-Step Guide
Winning Government Contracts: A Step-by-Step Guide
March 25, 2025 | 2 PM PST Free Online Class The Federal and Washington state government's process to award a contract is likely nothing you've done before. There are numerous steps that you absolutely need to take to not only be considered, but also to be competitive in the process. This workshop will provide you with details…
4 events,
Graphic Design & E-Commerce Photography Workshop Series
We are now at capacity for our Small Business workshop series! If you would like to be waitlisted, please contact Nimiipuu Fund's Programs Officer, heewekse@nimiipuufund.org or (208)621-4847. Join us for a FREE two-day training series at Northwest Indian College – Lapwai, designed to help you elevate your digital skills for business or personal projects. Perfect for small business owners looking…
Savings Success
Savings Success
March 26, 2025 | 11 AM-12:30 PM PST Free Online Class Join us for training designed to provide practical tools and empower you with the knowledge to take control of your financial future. Our online classes are tailored to support our Native community and beyond in building financial confidence and achieving lasting success.
2 events,
Train the Trainer: Investing for the Future
Advance your professional education and gain the skills to teach others with this FREE two-day training series at Clearwater River Casino & Lodge in Lewiston. Designed for professionals looking to enhance their expertise, this train-the-trainer workshop will equip participants with the tools to deliver the Investing for the Future curriculum by First Nations Development Institute. Led by financial expert Shawn Spruce, the…
3 events,
Auto Buying 101
Auto Buying 101
Smart Car Buying: Navigate the Auto Market with Confidence Thinking about buying a car but not sure where to start? Join Shawn Spruce and Nez Perce Tribal Housing Authority for a FREE practical workshop on auto financing, negotiation strategies, and avoiding common pitfalls when purchasing a vehicle. Gain the knowledge and confidence to secure the best deal and make…
Protecting Your Identity
Protecting Your Identity
April 2, 2025 | 11 AM-12:30 PM PST Free Online Class Join us for training designed to provide practical tools and empower you with the knowledge to take control of your financial future. Our online classes are tailored to support our Native community and beyond in building financial confidence and achieving lasting success.
2 events,
University of Idaho Financial Conference
University of Idaho Financial Conference
April 4, 2025 | 8 AM-3:30 PM PST Best Western Plus University Inn, Moscow, ID Our Financial Conference is full of financial resources from over 50 speakers and sponsors that want to help you make the most of your money and reach the dreams you have. With breakout sessions, panels, simulations, interviews and resources you…