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.

USDA Grant Availability

Forest Landowner Support provides competitive grant opportunities to entities and organizations for delivering technical and financial assistance to private forest landowners—including Tribes, underserved landowners, and smaller-acreage landowners. Grants are available…

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…

Virtual Empowerment Workshop

The #nativeSBA training team are bridge builders! Whether you are a new or established Native entrepreneur, artist, or business owner, attending an Empowerment Workshop can be your bridge to growth,…

Fish War Film Screening

Join us for a special film screening of Fish War. When the state of Washington made it illegal for tribes to fish for salmon in their usual and accustomed places,…

The Indigenous Film Industry & Tourism Webinar

The free webinar “The Indigenous Film Industry & Cultural Tourism” aims to explore the intricate connections between Indigenous cinema and the tourism industry. Join us as we discuss how Indigenous…

Northwest Native Economic Summit and Fashion Show

October 16-18, 2024 Portland, OR This 3-day gathering focused on business networking, information sharing and capital access resources for the Tribal communities across the Northwest and beyond. Programming will highlight…

NW Native Fashion Show

The 3nd annual NW Native Fashion Show features emerging Native Designers and Creatives from all over the Pacific Northwest. Join us for our showcase of amazing Indigenous talent, special performances,…

Medicare 101 Workshop

Are you approaching the age of 65, or are you assisting family members with their retirement plans? This workshop is tailored for you. A representative from the Idaho Department of…