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.
Financial Skills for Families
Pi-Nee-Waus Community Center 504 Main St S, Lapwai, ID, United StatesJoin us for a free class open to the public, brought to you by the Nez Perce Tribe and Oweesta. In this class, you'll learn how to develop a spending plan, work with checking and savings accounts, understand credit and your credit report, and use credit wisely to become a smart consumer. RSVP with [email protected] to reserve…
Airbnb Entrepreneurship Academy
Are you interested in hosting travelers in your community? Hosting on Airbnb is a great way to turn tourism dollars into your own supplemental income. You can turn your spare room or property into an Airbnb—and the Academy can help you get started. This free introductory workshop is designed exclusively for aspiring Hosts like you!
Nez Perce Tribal Staff Grant Writing Workshop
Nimiipuu Health 111 Bever Grade, Lapwai, ID, United StatesBring a project you are currently working on, or a grant that your program plans to submit. This hands-on workshop will be based on positioning these projects for successful funding. Topics include developing a sound budget and narrative that stands out, goals, objectives and performance measure. Workshop is limited to employees of the Nez Perce…
Columbia River Indian Fishers Expo 2024
A one-day event for Columbia River treaty fishers to get information, resources, and training that will help them improve river safety, fish quality, and equipment maintenance. The event and lunch are free for all Yakama, Umatilla, Warm Springs, and Nez Perce tribal members. The Columbia River Indian Fishers Expo is hosted by the Columbia River…
Homebuyer Education
Lapwai LapwaiDiscover the intricacies and advantages of home ownership, along with the associated responsibilities and maintenance considerations. This comprehensive guide covers a range of topics, including the significance of budgeting and savings, strategies for improving credit, calculating affordability, navigating tribal land issues, exploring program and loan options, understanding the steps involved in the loan and construction…
101 Social Media Essentials for New Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners
Join Nimiipuu Fund and Jiselle Halfmoon of Cayuse Native Solutions for an insightful workshop where you'll gain tips, tools, and strategies to effectively market your business, build your brand, engage customers, and achieve success. This is a FREE Zoom class. Plus, participants will be entered into a prize drawing!
Support: Finance & Fundraising
Native Nonprofits 101 is designed to give you information and tools to help you run your nonprofit. Whether you're in a leadership role, serving as staff or volunteer, or new to nonprofits all together, this series provides you with practical, hands-on learning. We will share tips and tools for small to midsize organizations, whether staffed…
Money Basics
Lapwai LapwaiEmbark on a financial reset and seize command of your finances. Acquire essential knowledge about checking and savings accounts, unravel the intricacies of credit, enhance your credit report, and grasp the dynamics of loan rates, terms, and fees. Arm yourself against predatory lenders and discover ways we can collectively contribute to our local economy. Feel…
Between 2 Cacti: Voices & Experiences of Indigenous Artists
August 17, 2024 | 2 pm Drury Plaza Hotel, Santa Fe, NM Join us for an inspiring panel discussion hosted by First Peoples Fund. Hear from the finest artists: Jody Naranjo Folwell-Turipa (Santa Clara Pueblo), Golga Oscar (Yupik), Rico Worl (Tlingit, Athabascan), and George Alexander (Muscogee), as they share their unique voices and perspectives on…
LCSC Basic Accounting Course with up to 100% Tuition Waver for Nez Perce Tribe Members
Classes Start August 20, 2024 in Lapwai, Idaho The Basic Accounting Course is an introduction to accounting procedures for individual proprietorship businesses. Emphasis is on the accounting cycle, double-entry accounting, payroll, and procedures for handling transactions associated with both service and merchandising businesses. Students practice proper accounting procedures manually and/or on spreadsheet software. It is…