Nimiipuu Community Development Fund

Money Skills: Take Your Money Skills to the Next Level
2025-09-30 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Nez Perce Tribal Housing, 125 Veterans Drive, Lapwai, ID, 83540, United States
Ready to turn your financial goals into reality? Join us for Money Basics: Next Level Goals, a free three-session class designed to help you build confidence, make smarter money decisions, and create a clear path toward your future. Join us Tuesdays, September 2, 23, & 30 from 5–8 PM at Nez Perce Tribal Housing Authority Office in Lapwai. Participants must attend all three classes to receive a certificate of completion. Supplies and food are provided—just bring your goals and determination! Space is limited. RSVP by August 28 by calling 208-843-2229 or emailing sonyas@nezperce.org.

Protect Your Personal Identity
2025-09-30 18:00 - 20:00 | 200 S Allmon Street, 200 S Almon Street, Moscow, ID, United States
September 30, 2025
Free In-Person at 200 S. Almon Street, Moscow, ID
Identity theft is the fastest-growing crime in the U.S., fueled by credit breaches, AI, and constant scams. This class will teach you what identity theft really is, how to reduce your risk, and what steps to take if you suspect—or know—you’re a victim. Even if you’ve attended before, this updated session offers new resources and strategies to help protect yourself.

Financial Acumen Small Business Series with Tina Begay, MBA
2025-10-06 11:00 - 13:00
The FREE virtual Financial Acumen Series provides practical, culturally relevant training in accounting, financial analysis, and decision-making. Through real-world case studies and hands-on tools, participants will gain the skills needed to read financial documents, project cash flow, and make informed decisions that strengthen businesses and communities. Register online to reserve your spot for this free virtual series: https://forms.gle/tuecUQ1LHCQ7mHfq9
Attend, learn, and earn!
We’re rewarding your commitment to financial empowerment with exciting weekly incentives and a grand prize for those who complete all five sessions.
Workshop 1: ACCT 101 Fundamentals
Attend first session and complete intake assessment to be entered into a drawing for 3 $10 gift cards (Wheel of Names) and receive access to Initiate Portal which offers hundreds of interactive tools, templates, videos, and guides to support your business ventures effectively.
Workshop 2: Understanding Financial Documents
Attend first and second session and receive business spotlight on social media and Nimiipuu Fund website and access to one-on-one training with one of our business coaches, valued at $100.
Workshop 3: Creating Cash Flow Projections
Attend first, second and third session and receive priority access to advanced training with Tina Begay or local bookkeeper.
Workshop 4: Understanding Financial Decisions
Attend first. second, third and fourth session and receive access to Quickbooks Pro (3 to 6 month license if needed), valued at $150
Workshop 5: Evaluating Financial Documents/Case Study
Attend all five sessions and complete case studies and receive a Certificate of Completion, letter of recommendation and tailored business marketing package (logo, business card, one-page flyer) valued at $1,600.

Meet Your Instructor
Tina Begay, MBA is the owner of Redtail Enterprises, LLC, a business consulting and accounting firm specializing in nonprofit financial management. With over 30 years of experience, she has worked exclusively with 501(c)(3) organizations, offering virtual CFO services, grant management, budgeting, and tax compliance. A proud Navajo from Rock Point, Arizona, Tina now resides on the Flathead Indian Reservation in Montana, where she enjoys beading, sewing, and camping.

Understanding Your Money Personality
2025-10-08 08:00 - 17:00 | lewiston City Library, 411 D Street, Lewiston, Idaho, 83501, United States
October 8, 2025
Free In-Person at Lewiston City Library, Lewiston, ID
Understanding the messages you associate with money—and how they shape your decisions—is key to making informed choices. By recognizing your financial habits and behaviors, you can turn that awareness into a tool for making smarter decisions and using money to your advantage. Space is limited – RSVP today!

Home Buyer Education Class
2025-10-14 17:00 - 2025-10-16 21:00 | Nez Perce Tribal Housing, 125 Veterans Drive, Lapwai, ID, 83540, United States
October 14-16, 2025 | 5-9 PM
Free In-Person at Nez Perce Tribal Housing Authority, Lapwai, ID
Thinking about buying a home? Join us for a fun and informative Homebuyer Education Class where you’ll learn the essentials of purchasing a home—from understanding the process to preparing financially. Enjoy a complimentary dinner, connect with others, and have the chance to win exciting door prizes! RSVP by October 9 to reserve your spot. Contact Sonya at 208-843-2229 or sonyas@nezperce.org.

Organize Your Financial Paperwork
2025-10-14 18:00 - 20:00 | 200 S Allmon Street, 200 S Almon Street, Moscow, ID, United States
October 14, 2025
Free In-Person at 200 S. Almon Street, Moscow, ID
Have you ever needed an important document and couldn’t find it? In an emergency, you may only have seconds to grab what matters. This workshop will show you why organizing your financial paperwork is essential, what to keep, how long to keep it, and where to store it safely. You’ll also learn how to recover lost documents and leave with tools and resources to get started right away. Space is limited – RSVP today!

Wills & Estate Planning Assistance
2025-10-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Lapwai, Lapwai
October 15 @ 9 AM-12 PM, November 19 & December 17 @ 10 AM-3 PM
Free In-Person at BIA Office, Lapwai, ID
The Nez Perce Tribe Wills & Estate Intern, Amanda from the University of Idaho, will be available once a month through December 2025 at the BIA Office to assist tribal members with estate planning. To prepare, please complete the Estate Planning Questionnaire and bring a printed copy of your Individual Trust Interest (ITI) report, available at the BIA office. Appointments are preferred by email at willsintern@nezperce.org, or by phone at 208-621-4827 during the hours the intern is in the office.

Medicare Workshop
2025-10-23 18:00 - 20:00 | 200 S Allmon Street, 200 S Almon Street, Moscow, ID, United States
October 23, 2025
Free In-Person at 200 S. Almon Street, Moscow, ID
Nearing 65 or helping a family member with retirement plans? Join this workshop led by a SHIBA representative from the Idaho Department of Insurance. In just two hours, you’ll gain a clear understanding of Medicare and its parts, get answers to your questions, learn about program updates, and walk away with helpful resources and peace of mind. RSVP today!

Reclaiming Financial Power: A Two-Day Healing & Money Workshop
2025-11-07 09:00 - 2025-11-08 15:00 | Clearwater River Casino Miyo’oxat Room, 17500 Nez Perce Rd, Lewiston, ID, 83501, United States
This workshop is for community members who are ready to take a fresh look at their relationship with money—through a supportive, culturally grounded approach. We’ll blend practical financial tools with wellness practices and trauma-informed guidance to help you feel more confident, empowered, and in control of your finances.

Format:

Two Days

6 hours/day (including breaks and movement)

Facilitated by Roxanne Best

DAY ONE – Exploring the Roots of Our Money Story
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (including a 45 min Lunch)
Focus: Awareness, trauma education, mindset, money beliefs, and emotional safety
9:00-9:30 AM | Opening Circle + Gentle Movement & Breath

Opening song and smudge

Set group agreements

Gentle chair-based yoga or grounding breathwork

Group intention-setting (verbal or journaling)

9:30-10:30 AM | Your Money Story + Early Beliefs

Guided visualization: Your First Memory of Money

Journaling prompt: What messages did I receive about money growing up?

Pair or small group sharing

Group discussion: “What’s the story I’ve been living?”

10:30-10:35 AM | Break

10:35-12:00 PM | Understanding Financial Trauma

Iceberg Activity: Visible vs. hidden financial behaviors

Discussion: How colonialism, poverty, and intergenerational trauma affect money beliefs

Somatic practice: Where do I feel financial stress in my body?

Grounding technique: Orienting and resourcing (nervous system regulation)

12:00-12:45 PM | LUNCH

12:45-1:45 PM | Money Triggers + Emotional Spending

TOM activity: Money Triggers Map

Breakout groups: What activates fear, guilt, or avoidance for me around money?

Short breathwork practice for interrupting activation

Journal: “How do I want to feel when I deal with money?”

1:45-2:45 PM | Spending & Values: Aligning With What Matters

Group brainstorm: Needs vs. wants, values vs. shoulds

Activity: “What do I really value?” (BNC budgeting reflection tool)

Values-based budgeting intro

Journal: Top 5 values → Where does your money go vs. where you want it to go?

2:45-3:00 PM | Closing Circle

DAY TWO – Rebuilding Financial Power with Tools & Practice
Time: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM (including a 45 min Lunch)
Focus: Budgeting, planning, empowerment, embodiment, action

9:00-9:30 AM | Gentle Yoga + Guided Grounding

Chair or mat-based yoga sequence for grounding + spine/hip work

Guided breath practice (4-7-8 or alternate nostril)

Opening prompt: “Today I am open to…” (journaling)

9:30-10:30 AM | Budgeting 101

Teach: Fixed vs. variable expenses

Create a simple personal budget (worksheet and Budgeting Books)

Identify spending leaks(Worksheet)

Partner share: What surprised you?

10:30-10:35 AM | Break

10:35-12:00 PM | Planning for the Future

SMART goal activity: Personal and financial goals

Short/medium/long-term planning

Create a mini savings plan (BNC emergency savings activity)

Group sharing or vision board collage (optional art supplies)

12:00-12:45 PM | LUNCH
12:45-1:45 PM | Clearing Financial Blocks (TOM)

Worksheet: Identify your most active money block (scarcity, guilt, fear, etc.)

Rewrite the Script: Turn blocks into affirmations

Group or individual EFT tapping session (emotional freedom technique)

Gentle movement or stretching to release tension

1:45-3:00 PM | Integration + Closing Circle

Final journaling: “What I’m taking with me…”

Create your personal “money medicine bundle” – can include:

Affirmations

Top 3 values

Budget

Support actions

Group share: One thing I’m committing to

Optional grounding breath / collective closing

Materials Provided By Roxanne for Up to 15 People

Journal + worksheet packet

BNC workbook

Budget templates and Workbooks

Colored pens, sticky notes

Optional: yoga mats, chairs, blankets

Local Link
2025-11-12
November 12, 2025
Redd on Salmon St., Portland, OR
Now in its sixth year, this event has been a platform for meaningful connections for 100+ wholesale buyers and chefs; regional farmers, ranchers, and fishers; distributors; and community food system organizations to gather and form supportive connections for their foodservice programs, businesses, and programming.

Indigenous Origins, Global Reach: Promoting Native American Products
2025-11-12 10:00 - 11:00
November 12, 2025 | 10:00-11:00 AM PST
Free Virtual Webinar
Join us for this webinar designed for Western U.S. exporters, particularly Native American growers, producers, processors, and food marketers, who are seeking to introduce or expand their products in international markets.

Heritage and Horizons: The Future of Native Business Ownership
2025-11-18 12:00 - 13:30
November 18, 2025 | 12 PM PST
Free Virtual Webinar
Join the Association for Enterprise Opportunity (AEO) for this National Veteran Small Business Week edition of our Equity and Opportunity for All webinar series. We’ll feature new research on veteran business ownership, highlighting key trends, economic contributions, and the generational shifts shaping the future of veteran entrepreneurship. A panel of leading service providers and ecosystem partners will share strategies to expand opportunity, strengthen support systems, and harness the skills and resilience of the veteran community.

Native Artists: Free, Virtual Business Education Series
2025-11-18 13:30 - 14:30
Tuesdays, November 11 & 18, 2025 | 1:30 PM PST
Free Virtual Education Series
Liora Sponko tackles internal barriers on September 30th at 1:30 PM PST through “From Stuck to Unstoppable,” addressing psychological obstacles that compound structural ones. Other upcoming topics on Tuesdays this fall include topics like “Market Opportunities & Platform Selection”, “Marketing & Promotion,” and “Grants for Artists”.

Unlock the Power of Personality in Business and in Life
2025-11-19 10:00 - 11:30
November 19th, 2025 | 10 am PST
Free Virtual Webinar
The DISC Personality Class is your key to understanding yourself and the people around you! Whether it’s in business, relationships, or personal growth, DISC helps you communicate better, build stronger connections, reduce conflict, and grow your confidence.

Wills & Estate Planning Assistance
2025-11-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Lapwai, Lapwai
November 19 & December 17 @ 10 AM-3 PM
Free In-Person at BIA Office, Lapwai, ID
The Nez Perce Tribe Wills & Estate Intern, Amanda from the University of Idaho, will be available once a month through December 2025 at the BIA Office to assist tribal members with estate planning. To prepare, please complete the Estate Planning Questionnaire and bring a printed copy of your Individual Trust Interest (ITI) report, available at the BIA office. Appointments are preferred by email at willsintern@nezperce.org, or by phone at 208-621-4827 during the hours the intern is in the office.

Home Buyer Education
2025-12-02 17:00 - 2025-12-04 21:00 | Nez Perce Tribal Housing, 125 Veterans Drive, Lapwai, ID, 83540, United States
December 2-4, 2025 @ 5-9 PM
Free In-Person at Lapwai NPTHA Office
Enjoy dinner, door prizes, and a fun, engaging evening while learning everything you need to know about buying a home! Laugh, ask questions, and gain the tools to make your homeownership journey a success. RSVP by Thursday, November 13 by calling 208-843-2299 or emailing sonyas@nezperce.org.

Systems Save Time: Simple Admin Workflows for Solo Business Owners
2025-12-05 12:00 - 13:30
December 5, 2025 | 12 PM PST
Free Online Webinar
Systems Save Time is designed to support Indigenous small business owners, entrepreneurs, and organizations in reclaiming their time and energy. It offers practical, easy-to-implement automation strategies using familiar tools like Google Workspace, no expensive software or advanced tech skills required.

Buy Nez Perce Shop Local Association Meeting
2025-12-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Clearwater River Casino Miyo’oxat Room, 17500 Nez Perce Rd, Lewiston, ID, 83501, United States
December 5, 2025 | 5-7 PM
Free In-Person at 17500 Nez Perce Road, Lapwai, ID
Join us in person to connect with local shop owners, share ideas, and support our community businesses. Whether you’re a seasoned member or just curious, everyone’s welcome to come hang out, chat, and help keep our shopping local vibe strong. Don’t miss out on this fun and friendly meetup!

Money Basics Class: Next Level & Goals
2025-12-09 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Nez Perce Tribal Housing, 125 Veterans Drive, Lapwai, ID, 83540, United States
November 18 & December 9-10, 2025 @ 5-8 PM
Free In-Person at Lapwai NPTHA Office
Take your money skills to the next level! This in-person class covers advanced budgeting, goal-setting, and practical strategies to help you achieve your financial dreams. All supplies and food are included. Participants must attend all three evenings to receive a certificate of completion. RSVP by Thursday, November 13 by calling 208-843-2299 or emailing sonyas@nezperce.org.

Native Nonprofits: Leadership, Grant Writing and Compliance
2025-12-11 - 2025-12-12
December 11-12, 2025
Free In-Person in Spokane, WA
Join us in Spokane for two days of connection and learning as part of Native Action Network’s ongoing Native Nonprofit Learning Series. An evening of networking for Native nonprofit professionals to build relationships, share ideas, and strengthen our community. Successful Grant Writing and Compliance Basics for Native Nonprofits with Pam James, Nancy Bacon & Jami Ishmeal.

Tending the Fire Within: Wellness Practices for Native Entrepreneurs
2025-12-12 12:00 - 13:00
December 12, 2025 | 12 PM PST
Free Online Webinar
This two-hour workshop is designed to support Native business owners and entrepreneurs in finding a balance between the demands of running a business and prioritizing their well-being. The session will introduce culturally aligned wellness practices that promote mental clarity, emotional regulation, and physical vitality, helping participants reconnect to themselves and their purpose.

CMMC Level 1: Process, Pitfalls, and Practical Steps to Success
2025-12-16 10:00 - 11:00
December 16, 2025 | 10 AM PST
Free Online Webinar
CMMC (Cyberseecurity Maturity Model Certification) Level 1 certification requirements are live as of November 10, 2025. Stratus Services will cover the CMMC Level 1 essential requirements, breaking down each control from preparation to assessment. The webinar will also highlight the most common mistakes that can derail compliance efforts so you can avoid them and streamline your path to certification. Stratus Services will also cover developments within the broader CMMC ecosystem.

Proposal Submission, Change Orders, and Contracting Essentials for Small Business Owners
2025-12-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Nez Perce Tribe Boards and Commissions Building, 210 A Street, Lapwai, Idaho
December 16, 2025 | 12 PM PST
Free In-Person or Online
oin us for a focused one-hour session designed to help small business owners gain clarity and confidence in proposal submission, change orders, and contracting essentials. This workshop will help business owners create competitive proposals, navigate contract requirements, manage change orders effectively, and build a smoother, more profitable contracting process.

Wills & Estate Planning Assistance
2025-12-17 10:00 - 15:00 | Lapwai, Lapwai
December 17 @ 10 AM-3 PM
Free In-Person at BIA Office, Lapwai, ID
The Nez Perce Tribe Wills & Estate Intern, Amanda from the University of Idaho, will be available once a month through December 2025 at the BIA Office to assist tribal members with estate planning. To prepare, please complete the Estate Planning Questionnaire and bring a printed copy of your Individual Trust Interest (ITI) report, available at the BIA office. Appointments are preferred by email at willsintern@nezperce.org, or by phone at 208-621-4827 during the hours the intern is in the office.

Buy Nez Perce, Shop Local: Holiday Market
2025-12-18 09:00 - 15:00 | Pi-Nee-Waus Community Center, 504 Main St S, Lapwai, ID, 83540, United States
Thursday, December 18, 2025 from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Pi-Nee-Waus Community Center, Lapwai, ID
Celebrate the season by supporting local artists, entrepreneurs, and small businesses at the Buy Nez Perce, Shop Local Holiday Market! With more than 40 Native and local vendors, this festive gathering offers unique holiday goods and handcrafted gifts—each purchase directly strengthening our local economy. Wild at Heart Photo Booth will also be there to capture your holiday memories!

The Holiday Market is part of the Buy Nez Perce, Shop Local initiative, a collaboration led by Nimiipuu Community Development Fund and the Nez Perce Tribe ’Itam’yanaawit Program (Way of Trade). Together, we’re working to uplift Native-owned businesses, expand local commerce, and showcase the talent and creativity of our community. Join us, shop with intention, and support the entrepreneurs who make our region vibrant!

SBA Funding for Small Manufacturers
2025-12-18 10:00 - 11:30
December 18, 2025 | 10 AM PST
Free Online Webinar
Join the SBA Seattle District and the SBA Office of Manufacturing and Trade to learn how SBA loan programs help small manufacturers access the capital they need to launch, grow, and expand. Learn how different SBA programs can support your funding needs for new equipment, real estate, working capital, lines of credit, and more.

Indianpreneurship: Cedar Growth
2025-12-19
December 19, 2025
Free Virtual Class
Turn your vision into reality with Indianpreneurship. It’s a business class created for Native entrepreneurs. Gain practical skills in business planning, financial management, marketing, and growth strategies, all taught through a culturally grounded lens.

Wills & Estate Planning Assistance
2026-01-05 10:30 - 2026-01-07 15:30
10:30AM – 3:30 PM
Free In-Person at BIA Office, Lapwai, ID
The Nez Perce Tribe Wills & Estate Intern, Amanda from the University of Idaho, will be at the BIA Office to assist tribal members with estate planning. To prepare, please complete the Estate Planning Questionnaireand bring a printed copy of your Individual Trust Interest (ITI) report, available at the BIA office. Appointments are preferred by email at willsintern@nezperce.org, or by phone at 208-621-4827 during the hours the intern is in the office.

Native Students Can Win $5,000 Scholarship, International Distribution in Pendleton Design Contest
2026-01-07 - 2026-01-15
Submissions for the sixth annual Tribal College Blanket Design Contest, hosted by American Indian College Fund and Pendleton Woolen Mills, are open from now until January 15, 2026. The contest seeks to elevate the work of prospective artists attending tribal colleges and universities, according to a press release. Native American and Alaska Native students attending a tribal college or university are eligible to submit up to two designs.
