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NAFOA is committed to supporting tribal economies through sound economic and fiscal policy, innovative learning opportunities, convening thought leadership, and developing resources for tribes that strengthen governance and exercise sovereignty.
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JANUARY 12, 2022
Apply for the 2022 NAFOA Leadership Summit
This year, the 2022 Leadership Summit will be held on Sunday, April 3 in Seattle, WA. Summit attendees learn directly from tribal leaders and business professionals during a full day of programming that provides panel discussions regarding graduate school, career advancement, along with business and tribal economic development topics.
JANUARY 10, 2022
Treasury Releases New Final Rule for Fiscal Recovery Funds Program
The State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds program (SLFRF), authorized in the American Rescue Plan, allocates $20 billion for Tribal governments to support their response to the COVID-19 public health emergency.
DECEMBER 17, 2021
Treasury Announces Revised Coronavirus Relief Fund Final Rule
The U.S Department of Treasury has revised its guidance for the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF), which was established by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES).
DECEMBER 13, 2021
December 13: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week
In the latest 5 Things You Need to Know this Week, learn about the SSBCI deadline extension for tribes, a notice for public comment from Administration for Native Americans (ANA), news about our member tribes, and more.
DECEMBER 10, 2021
Policy Alert: SSBCI Announces New Deadline For Tribal Governments
The U.S. Department of Treasury has announced that the 2021 State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) program deadline for Tribal governments to initiate their online applications has been extended to February 11, 2022 at 11:59p.m. ET.
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
November 15: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week
Shake off the zoom fatigue! This week is full of webinars important to Indian Country, including a Treasury SSBCI tribal guidance webinar, webinar for young professionals interested in working at Treasury, and a webinar to help Native Elders keep their money safe. Learn more in the 5 Things You Need to Know this Week.
COVID-19 RESOURCES
NAFOA is here to provide resources and information as Indian Country continues to navigate the latest COVID-19 Developments. Learn more about the status of legislative efforts that advocate for Indian Country's relief inclusion and the progress of the Tribal COVID-19 working group comprised of national and regional native organizations across the country.
RESOURCESEVENTS
NAFOA hosts and partners with key groups to provide educational and informational events to a wide variety of audiences.
40th Annual Conference
3 monthsConferences
April 3, 20222022 Introductory Tribal Finance and Accounting Certificate Program
4 monthsProfessional Development
May 10, 20222022 Fall Finance & Tribal Economies Conference
9 monthsFall Conference
October 3, 202241st Annual Conference
over 1 yearConferences
April 24, 2023
Featured Publication
Financial Reporting and Information Guide for Tribal Governments and Enterprises
The Financial Reporting and Information Guide for Tribal Governments and Enterprises (Orange Book) addresses the complex economic activity and related entity differences of tribal settings. It also presents an overview of the financial reporting framework in a tribal setting. The Orange Book includes ten chapters covering the unique operating environment of tribal governments from financial reporting with business activities to fiduciary activities to federal tax and information reporting. The Orange Book was informally reviewed by accounting standard setters and includes sample tribal financial statements.
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