Defend Native Economic Sovereignty

Native Finance stands with Oweesta, in its unwavering support of Native CDFIs and the economic sovereignty of our Native communities. 

There is a proposed elimination of the Native American CDFI Assistance Program (NACA) within the CDFI fund. The consequences of this elimination impact Native communities’ fundamental economic rights and is a contemporary example of the numerous violations of trust by the Federal Government. 

We need your help to protect NACA to ensure our communities continue to thrive. Oweesta has created templates to encourage advocacy for the protection of NACA. 

Please use the following templates to immediately contact the Senate Community Development Finance Caucus and your Congressional Representatives:

• Native CDFIs – A template letter to Congress demanding continued appropriations for NACA.

• Tribal Governments – A letter Tribal Nations can use to advocate for Native CDFIs and the preservation of NACA.

• Tribal Native CDFI Clients - A template clients can use to support their Native CDFI.

• Partners & Supporters – A letter of support for organizations and individuals who believe in the economic strength of Tribal/Native communities.

• Impact Report for Native CDFI Industry to include advocacy correspondence.

• Customizable Impact Report for Native CDFIs to use with advocacy correspondence.

Native Finance is committed to helping our partners navigate this crucial time, providing the technical assistance and tools needed for success. Together, we have the strength and resilience to lead our communities toward a brighter future. 

For more info or assistance, contact us at info@native-finance. org