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.
Gov’t Contracting: Partnering
November 15, 2024 | 10-11 am Join Two Rivers Community Development Corporation to explore strategies for finding and vetting partners, understanding teaming versus joint ventures, and preventing or managing internal conflicts.
Value Added Producer Grant Workshop
November 19, 2024 | 9 am - 12 pm PT Free Virtual Workshop The Value Added Producer Grant (VAPG) from USDA helps agricultural producers enter into value-added activities related to the processing and marketing of new products. Carlotta Donisi from USDA Rural Development will provide an overview of the program and how to prepare your…
Cybersecurity Workshop
November 20, 2024 | 9 AM-12 PM PST Pullman, WA Join the Washington SBDC for a three-hour cybersecurity workshop designed to help you safeguard your business during the holiday season. Learn from experts how to protect your business assets, customer data, online presence, and reputation against scams and cyber threats. The workshop will cover topics…
Breakfast with Beto
November 21, 2024 | 9:30 AM PST Would you like to hear how other small business owners are preparing for the holiday season? Join SBA for the next “Breakfast with Beto!” to learn how successful retailers, eateries and other companies set themselves up for a festive – and lucrative – holiday rush. We’ll be chatting with Colleen…
Gov’t Contracting: Eligibility and Certification
November 22, 2024 | 10-11 am Join Two Rivers Community Development Corporation to explore topics on sovereignty, council requirements, and individual responsibilities.
Native Business Canvas Workshop
Clearwater River Casino Miyo'oxat Room 17500 Nez Perce Rd, Lewiston, ID, United StatesNovember 25, 2024 Clearwater River Casino, Lapwai, ID Sister Sky Inc. returns with their Native Business Canvas Workshop! If you missed it last time, now’s your chance to join this valuable business planning class. Have a great business idea but unsure where to begin? The Native Business Canvas simplifies a traditional business plan into nine…
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…
Bridging the Generational Gap
Nez Perce Tribe Boards and Commissions Building 210 A Street, Lapwai, IdahoDecember 5, 2024 | 12-1 pm PST Lapwai, Idaho & Virtual Explore how Gen Z and Millennials are transforming today’s workplaces in this interactive workshop. We'll dive into the unique perspectives, values, and skills these generations bring and discuss strategies to bridge generational differences. Learn how to foster collaboration, enhance communication, and create a thriving,…
Is a Small Farm in Your Future?
December 6, 2024 | 9-12 PM PT Interested in starting a small farm in the city, suburbs or country? Wonder what it would take, and if you’re ready? Whether you’re in the planning stages or have just begun, this 3 hour intensive workshop will help you determine what options are available for you, explore potential…
Spending Frenzy
Lapwai LapwaiDecember 17, 2024 | 8-10:30 AM Lapwai High School, Lapwai, ID We’re excited to be back with the Lapwai High School Senior Class of 2025 for another Spending Frenzy event! Students will enjoy a fun, hands-on experience managing $50,000 in simulated funds as they navigate decisions on spending for vehicles, homes, food, and more—learning how…