Without programs like financial education, entrepreneurship, homebuyer education and credit counseling, many of our clients would not be able to take their community members, their institution, and their economies to the next level.  We assist with the development and integration of many of these programs in a variety of institutions, empowering them to set their goals and achieve the impact they have sent their sights on.

 

Expanding Native Opportunities : Native Financial Skills Initiative

The Native Financial Skills Initiative (NFSI) offers expert training from certified instructors with deep experience in Native communities, who are committed to empowering Native communities throughout the country. NFSI delivers an innovative and culturally-appropriate training program to help Native organizations establish and sustain successful financial education programs. In addition, the Initiative offers follow-up technical assistance that allows participants to take advantage of a one-on-one customized approach to help them reach milestones in developing and maintaining a financial education program in their Native community.

NFSI programs are fully funded by the CDFI Fund and offered several times each year at convenient locations throughout the country and via an online learning center. Please contact our Financial Education & Asset Building Department for more information.

Download the NFSI flyer.

 

Expanding Native Opportunities : Native IDA Initiative

The Native Individual Development Account (IDA) Initiative (NIDAI) is a comprehensive training and technical assistance program that helps Native communities design and implement Individual Development Accounts. NIDAI offers a series of sessions that include an overview of IDAs; the benefits of operating an IDA program; and starting, implementing, and sustaining an IDA in Native communities. Please contact our Financial Education & Asset Building Department for more information.