January 19: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week

n the 5 Things You Need to Know this Week, learn about President-Elect Biden's COVID-19 relief plan, the extended deadline for the Emergency Rental Assistance, a Community Reinvestment Act listening session, and more

President-Elect Biden Announces Next Stimulus Approach and Priorities

Last night, January 14, 2021, President-Elect Joe Biden outlined his approach to help end the pandemic and revitalize the economy. His plan will consist of two major bills, a "rescue" bill expected to come first as a bipartisan COVID-19 relief package to address the nation's immediate health and economic concerns, and a "recovery" bill to come later that will address other long standing economic and social issues.

Standing for Tomorrow: A NAFOA Podcast Featuring Stories of Community During the COVID-19 Pandemic

NAFOA’s pilot podcast “Standing Together for Tomorrow,” invites tribal leaders to discuss the financial, community, and personal impacts of the pandemic on their tribes.

Deadline to Apply for Emergency Rental Assistance Program Today, Tribal Consultation Thursday

Today is the last day for tribal governments and tribally designated housing entities (TDHE) to apply for funds from the Emergency Rental Assistance Program established by the recently passed COVID-19 stimulus legislation.

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January 11: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week

NAFOA is hitting the ground running in 2021 to keep tribes informed and supported.

New SBA Guidance Released, 2nd PPP Loan Draws Available, Gaming Eligible

On Wednesday, January 6th 2021, the Small Business Administration (SBA) released several updated documents pertaining to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) in light of the most recent legislative stimulus package.

Webinar: Introduction to Economics - Part 2: Efficiency and Equity

This series examines how to use economics to be more efficient and equitable in business enterprises. Building on the foundation from our previous "What is Economics" webinar, this presentation will delve deeper into specific components of efficiency and equity using real-time case examples.

January 4: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week

Ringing in 2021 with new opportunities and updates for Indian Country.

Access Recording and Slides from Tribal Leader Town Hall

On, December 22, 2020 at 2:00 EST NAFOA convened a Tribal Leader Town Hall with several national organizations to discuss the bipartisan COVID-19 relief legislation that Congress passed on December 21, 2020.

Happy Holidays from NAFOA and Our Alumni!

Happy Holidays from NAFOA and our alumni! This holiday season, give the gift that keeps on giving with a donation to NAFOA's education programs. Your donation helps support the goals and aspirations of Native students and young professionals, empowering them to strengthen the future of tribes and tribal economies.