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SUMMARY:NAFOA's Career Basics for Native Youth and Young Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Flexible Learning\, Join Anytime Now through June 30\, 2025 \nYou 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 you. \n\n\n\n\nThe NAFOA Institute Career Basics is a free online career readiness and personal finance program designed for Native American youth and young professionals ages 18-27.  The program  provides opportunities for participants to improve career readiness\, and personal finance skills\, and advance their understanding of issues impacting tribal economies. \nCareer Basics is designed to be most helpful for: \n\nUndergraduate students in their Junior and Senior years;\nRecent college graduates;\nEarly career professionals (0-2 years experience);\nYoung professionals looking to pivot careers.\n\nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nCrafting your personal narrative\nCreating a budget and introduction to personal finance\nCreating a resume and cover letter\nInterview preparation\nIntro to career pathways in economics and finance\nAnd more!\n\nFor more information\, visit www.nafoa.org/careerbasics
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/nafoas-career-basics-for-native-youth-and-young-professionals/
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SUMMARY:Whole Farm Planning Course
DESCRIPTION:Introductory Webinar: Jan. 23 | 11 am – 12 pm PT\nWorkshops: Jan. 31\, Feb. 28\, & Mar. 28 | 9 am – 4 pm PT \n\nThis 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 needing to refine your operation\, this course is for you! In this course you will: set/refine your personal and farm business goals\, assess physical\, financial\, and personal resources available to you\, and explore production enterprises that are the best fit for you and your land. You’ll leave the course with a whole farm plan and a better understanding of how to make your farm a success. Participants will be exposed to a variety of farming and ranching systems\, network with other participants\, get exposure to local resources\, hear from experienced farmers\, and visit local farms (please see the complete schedule below). This course will be offered in multiple locations throughout Idaho.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/whole-farm-planning-course/
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SUMMARY:Debt Repayment Options & Debt Collections
DESCRIPTION:March 5\, 2025 | 11 AM-12:30 PM PST\nFree Online Class \n\nJoin 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.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/debt-repayment-options-debt-collections-2/
LOCATION:ID
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T103000
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SUMMARY:Youth Safety Poster Contest Kamiah
DESCRIPTION:March 7\, 2025 | 10:30 AM\nBoys & Girls Club\, Kamiah\, ID \n\nJoin 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 more.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/youth-safety-poster-contest-kamiah/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250312T110000
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SUMMARY:Choosing Financial Services & Products
DESCRIPTION:March 12\, 2025 | 11 AM-12:30 PM PST\nFree Online Class \n\nJoin 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.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/choosing-financial-services-products-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T110000
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SUMMARY:How to Borrow Funds - Rules of the Game
DESCRIPTION:March 19\, 2025 | 11 AM-12:30 PM PST\nFree Online Class \n\nJoin 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.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/how-to-borrow-funds-rules-of-the-game-2/
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SUMMARY:The Benefits of Being a Certified Disability Owned Business Enterprise
DESCRIPTION:March 19\, 2025 | 12 PM  \n\nThis 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. \nPresenters:Ciara Ladroma\, Griffin-Hammis AssociatesPhilip DeVilegher\, Disability:IN \nCART closed captioning and ASL Interpretation is provided.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/the-benefits-of-being-a-certified-disability-owned-business-enterprise/
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SUMMARY:Government Opportunity: Unlock Lucrative Contracts for Your Business
DESCRIPTION: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 competitive edge. Don’t miss this opportunity to tap into a steady and profitable revenue stream! \nJoin us for a free online class designed to help Native-owned small businesses navigate government contracting and expand their opportunities at the Clearwater River Casino & Lodge. Learn how to sell your goods and services to government agencies with guidance from Northwest Native APEX Accelerator\, a no-cost resource for business owners.  Who Should Attend? Native-owned businesses looking to grow through government contracting. \nSpecial Guest: Joel Nania\, Manager of the Spokane SBA Office\, will provide insights on working with Washington agencies and answer your questions.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/selling-to-government-agencies-a-no-cost-training-for-native-owned-businesses/
LOCATION:Clearwater River Casino Miyo’oxat Room\, 17500 Nez Perce Rd\, Lewiston\, ID\, 83501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Winning Government Contracts: A Step-by-Step Guide
DESCRIPTION:March 25\, 2025 | 2 PM PST\nFree Online Class \n\nThe 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 on the tasks you need to perform to be successful.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/winning-government-contracts-a-step-by-step-guide/
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SUMMARY:Graphic Design & E-Commerce Photography Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin 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 to enhance branding\, boost sales\, and stand out online. Whether you’re new to design or want to refine your skills\, this training will give you the tools and confidence to create content that attracts customers. \nDesigning with Canva for Beginners\nMarch 26\, 2025 – 12-4 PM  |  Lunch Provided \nLearn essential graphic design tools to create professional visuals. Bring a laptop\, a free Canva account\, and a project idea for hands-on practice. \nSmart Shots: E-Commerce Photography Using Your Phone\nMarch 27\, 2025 – 9 AM-1 PM  |  Breakfast & Snack Provided \nLearn to stage\, light\, and capture stunning product photos using just a smartphone. Perfect for beginners\, this hands-on session boosts digital marketing skills. Bring a laptop\, a free Canva account\, and a smartphone. \nSpecial Guest: Jiselle Halfmoon (Cayuse/Confederated Tribes of Umatilla) is the Digital Marketing Creative Lead at Cayuse Native Solutions (CNS)\, specializing in digital campaigns\, social media\, branding\, and web development. Before joining CNS in 2022\, she spent 13 years in CTUIR’s Communications department\, earning two national journalism awards. Certified in digital marketing (Google) and Tribal web development (University of Arizona)\, Jiselle is also a writer\, artist\, and entrepreneur (Indigital). Her projects include the Bestiarium International exhibition\, the Ghost Herd podcast\, and cultural editorial work in Pacific Northwest public radio. A dedicated advocate\, she is serving her third term on the CTUIR Law & Order Committee. In her free time\, she enjoys creating digital tribal pop art\, photography\, exploring tribal homelands\, and road-tripping with her mini-Aussie\, Hutch.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/graphic-design-e-commerce-photography-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Northwest Indian College\, 202 A Street\, Lapwai\, ID\, 83540\, United States
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SUMMARY:Savings Success
DESCRIPTION:March 26\, 2025 | 11 AM-12:30 PM PST\nFree Online Class \n\nJoin 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.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/savings-success-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250331T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250401T163000
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SUMMARY:Train the Trainer: Investing for the Future
DESCRIPTION: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 training will cover strategies for smart investing\, financial stability\, and wealth-building—preparing you to educate and empower your community. \nMonday\, March 31-Tuesday\, April 1\, 2025\n8:30 AM-4:30 PM  |  Meals Provided \nRoom Block Rate: Conference attendees stay for $90/night at the Clearwater River Casino & Lodge. Mention “Investing for the Future” when you call (208) 298-1400 to reserve. \nSpecial Guest: Shawn Spruce (Laguna Pueblo)is a financial education consultant specializing in tribal investment training\, lump sum preparedness\, and fraud awareness. A Programs Consultant with First Nations Development Institute\, he has dedicated his career to equipping Native communities with financial knowledge through engaging and impactful workshops.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/train-the-trainer-investing-for-the-future/
LOCATION:Clearwater River Casino Miyo’oxat Room\, 17500 Nez Perce Rd\, Lewiston\, ID\, 83501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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