July 26: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week

NAFOA is bringing you a special 5 Things You Need to Know this Week. In case you missed it, get to know our new Executive Director, as well as learn about upcoming funding opportunities for tribes, webinars, and job opportunities.

• Finance
• Energy

Secretary of Commerce Announces Innovative EDA American Rescue Plan programs

On July 22, 2021, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is announcing $3 billion in funding opportunities to invest in distressed and underserved communities, including Indian Country, impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. The EDA investment is broken into six Notices of Funding Opportunities.

• Finance

NAFOA Announces Richard Frias as its New Executive Director

NAFOA is pleased to announce that Richard “Rico” Frias (Chiricahua Apache from the Chihene Nde Nation) has been selected as the organization’s new Executive Director. Mr. Frias joined NAFOA on Monday, July 12, 2021.

July 19: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week

It's Monday and NAFOA is bringing you the latest 5 Things You Need to Know This Week. Learn about upcoming virtual events for Native students, grants to increase access to clean water, job opportunities, and more.

• Telecommunications
• Tax

Don't Miss Comedian Marc Yaffee at NAFOA's Closing Reception

Join us for NAFOA's Closing Reception at Howl at the Moon on Tuesday, September 28th featuring networking, fun, and great entertainment. We'll start the night with a performance from our talented emcee and conference comedian, Marc Yaffee. Marc is a writer, comedian, and podcaster who has entertained us during our virtual conferences in the past and we are excited to finally host him in person.

July 12: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week

It's Monday and NAFOA is bringing you the latest 5 Things You Need to Know This Week. Learn about upcoming virtual events for Native students, grants to increase access to clean water, job opportunities, and more.

• Energy

July 6: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week

In the latest 5 Things You Need to Know this Week, get to know the new members of the NAFOA team! Plus, details about #NAFOAFall21, updates on the second stage of the Fiscal Recovery Fund, free upcoming webinars, and latest job opportunities.

Webinar: Navigating the MBA Journey

For many, an MBA is a critical step on the path to senior leadership. MLT’s MBA Prep programs provide African American, Latinx, and Native American professionals with personalized guidance and effective tools to successfully navigate the business school application process, and optimize their MBA experience. MLT’s MBA Professional Development (PD) program prepares high-achieving, people of color to become senior leaders in business and social sector organizations.

Explore San Antonio While Attending #NAFOAFALL21

Enjoy all that San Antonio has to offer. Register today for the 2021 Fall Finance & Tribal Economies Conference

Policy Alert: Fiscal Relief Fund Compliance Tribal Information Session Next Week

Last week, Treasury released Compliance and Reporting Guidance for all eligible governments on reporting and compliance for Fiscal Recovery Funds received from the American Rescue Plan Act. Join a tribal information session on this guidance next Monday, June 28, at 3:00 pm. Registration is required.