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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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LATEST BROADCASTS
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Nov 23: 5 Things You Need to Know This Week
NAFOA is proud to serve and advocate for tribes. Learn more about updates, events, and opportunities this week.
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Sample Letter for Tribes to Support Extension of CRF Use Period
NAFOA has put together this sample letter that we encourage tribal leaders to use to as a template to reach out to their congressional delegation immediately in the House and Senate to support this legislation.
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Action Alert: Support Extension of CRF Use of Funds
CALL TO ACTION: We urge all tribal governments to reach out to their congressional delegation immediately in both the House and the Senate to support this extension.
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
Nov 16: 5 Things You Need to Know This Week
November is Native American Heritage Month. Get involved!
NOVEMBER 9, 2020
Register for the Treasury Tribal Advisory Committee Public Meeting
The U.S. Department of the Treasury Tribal Advisory Committee (TTAC) will convene a public meeting on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 from 1:00 PM EST to 4:00 PM EST.
NOVEMBER 9, 2020
Nov 9: 5 Things You Need to Know This Week
Indian Country is stronger together. Congratulations to the newly re-elected and elected Native members of Congress. And check out the latest opportunities from other Native orgs 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.
Sixth Periodic Meeting of the TTAC
9 daysPolicy
December 9, 2020Tribal Financial Managers Certificate Program - Course 202012
14 daysProfessional Development
December 15, 2020ONLINE: OSU Introductory Tribal Finance and Accounting Program
about 1 monthCertificate
January 11, 202139th Annual Conference
5 monthsSpring Conference
April 25, 2021
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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