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.

Native Enterprise Fall Cohorts Program

Virtual Course (Zoom): Tuesdays 9/24-11/19, 6-9pm In Person Course (Vancouver): Wednesdays 9/25-11/20, 6-9pm Are you interested in starting your own business but want a roadmap? Have you started your business…

Gov’t Contracting: 8a, HUB Zone, Mentor-Protégé

November 1, 2024 | 10-11 am Join Two Rivers Community Development Corporation as they explore the impact of Opportunity Zones on tribal revenues, unique access and advantages for tribes, and…

Washington Native American Chamber of Commerce Meet & Greet

Business & Associate members will give brief introductions of their business or organization and why they joined. Learn about this new Chamber from our board members. This event is complimentary. Non-members are welcome. Registration required.

Post Purchase Class

Lapwai Lapwai

Homeowners facing financial challenges often find themselves in the need to recalibrate their budgets, revisit savings strategies, and address rehabilitation improvements and ongoing maintenance. The intricacies of avoiding foreclosure become…

Business Model Canvas Creation

Nez Perce Tribe Boards and Commissions Building 210 A Street, Lapwai, Idaho

November 7, 2024 | 12 - 1pm PST Learn how to craft a business model canvas to help shape the future of your business! This workshop will guide you in…

Gov’t Contracting: Challenges

November 8, 2024 | 10-11 am Join Two Rivers Community Development Corporation to explore strategies for leveraging tribal locations, expanding capacity and capabilities, enhancing management skills, and advancing marketing and…

Boots to Business

Lewis-Clark State College 500 8th Street, Lewiston, ID, United States

November 12, 2024 | 8 am - 4 pm Lewis-Clark State College, Lewiston, ID The curriculum provides assistance to those interested in exploring business ownership or other self-employment opportunities by…

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…

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…