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Get social with us at the #NAFOAFall25 Closing Reception — a night of celebration, connection, and fun at Punch Bowl Social! Join fellow attendees for an evening filled with karaoke, […]
NAFOA met with members of Congress last week, including Rep. Gwen Moore (D, WI-4), to advocate for the Tribal Tax Reform and Investment Act and advance Tribal economic priorities. (Pictured: NAFOA Policy Specialist Marisa Joseph; NAFOA Board Treasurer Amy Minniear; Rep. Moore; Aurene Martin, Spirit Rock Consulting; and NAFOA E.D. Cory Blankenship)
Deputy Secretary Michael Faulkender and Treasurer Brandon Beach of the United States Department of the Treasury hosted a roundtable in Boise Idaho with Tribal Leaders, Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Chairman Rodney Butler, President of NAFOA, and Blackfeet Nation Councilman Mike Comes at Night to hear priorities on economic and tax matters. The purpose of the meeting was to continue building Treasury’s understanding of prioritizing Tribal requests within the Department’s jurisdiction. (From left to right: Deputy Secretary Michael Faulkender; Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Chairman Rodney Butler, President of NAFOA; U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach; and Blackfeet Nation Councilman Mike Comes at Night)
Mark your calendar for September 22–23, 2025! Join us at the Hilton Portland Downtown in Portland, OR, for two impactful days of networking, conversations, and insights. While you’re there, take […]
Alongside other National Tribal Organizations, NAFOA is analyzing the provisions of the Big Beautiful Bill and their potential impacts on Tribal Nations. We are committed to providing you with a […]
Registration is now open for #NAFOAFall2025 taking place September 22-23 at the Hilton Portland Downtown in Portland, OR. Visit nafoa.org/conference to learn more about the conference and to register.
Last week, Jaycee Salling, Program Specialist, and Marisa Joseph, Policy Specialist, had an inspiring experience attending the United National Indian Tribal Youth (UNITY) Conference in San Diego, California. The conference provided a wonderful opportunity to connect and learn from engaging youth-centered stories and discussions.
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