Investing & Donating
Partnerships in Native Communities
Strategic Goals
2023-2026
Grow Loan Portfolio to $1.5 Million by Providing Diverse and Innovative Financing Products that Support Economic Prosperity
Grow Number of Tribal and Community Members Impacted by NCDF Services throughout the Region
Support Development of Social and Physical
Grow Nimiipuu Community Development Fund Internal Capacity to Support the Long-Term
Donating and investing in Native non-profits yield profound impacts that resonate far beyond monetary contributions. By supporting these organizations, individuals and businesses become catalysts for positive change within Indigenous communities.
Financial contributions enable Nimiipuu Fund, a certified 501(c)3 non-profit, to preserve cultural heritage, promote financial education, and provide essential financial and business services. Moreover, these investments empower Native communities to thrive economically, fostering entrepreneurship and sustainable development. By channeling resources into Native non-profits, donors actively participate in the preservation of traditions, the nurturing of talent, and the cultivation of a stronger, more resilient Indigenous society. Every donation and investment represents a commitment to building a brighter future, enriching lives, and ensuring that the unique cultural heritage of Native communities continues to flourish.
Financial Community Partners
The work we do at our non-profit organization is aimed at providing a holistic approach to solving some of our society’s biggest challenges. We make sure our partners are empowered by creating opportunities for individuals and communities. Qe’ci’yew’yew for all those who have donated, volunteered, and supported Nimiipuu Fund's mission.
All Event Sponsors, Donors & Volunteers
City Service Valcon
Clearwater River Casino
Coeur d'Alene Casino
Edward Jones FSA Investment Group
Idaho Beverages/Admiral Beverage
Idaho Central Credit Union
Idaho Connect
Idaho Nonprofit Center
Idaho SBDC
Idaho Women’s Business Center
Innovia Foundation
Kauffman and Associates
Lancer Lanes
Lapwai High School
LCCU (Lewis Clark Credit Union)
Little Roots Learning Center
Merrill - Larson-Kirkpatrick Group
NDN Fund
Nez Perce Express
Nez Perce Tourism
Nez Perce Tribe Career Technical Center
Nez Perce Tribal Enterprises
Nez Perce Tribal Housing Authority
Nez Perce Tribe
Nixyaawii Community Financial Services
Northwest Area Foundation
Northwest Native Development Fund
Northwest Native Lenders
Network Opportunity Finance Network
Oregon Native American Chamber
Oweesta Corporation
Points Consulting
Prairie River Library District
RBC Wealth Management
Randall and Hurley
Roxanne Best
Sebly Consulting
Seneca Direct
Tim Gresback, Attorney
Two Rivers Community Development Corporation - Daucey Brewington USDA
U.S. Small Business Administration
U.S. Treasury CDFI Fund
Umpqua Bank
Changing & Shaping Lives
Nimiipuu Fund is dedicated to empowering Native Sovereignty. Over the last decade, we have equipped the Native communities in our vicinity with essential tools, training, and capital, enabling them to take charge of their economic futures.
731
Total Loans
$1.7m
Total Loan Funding
193
Individual Consumer Loans
$485k
Loaned to Individual Consumers
82
Credit Builder Loans
$139k
Loaned to Credit Builders
8
Small Business Loans
Startup & Existing
$102k
Loaned to Startup & Existing Small Businesses
Total Loans from 2016-2022.