Oweesta Corporation

Oweesta is thrilled to bring our Building Native Communities: Financial Skills for Families and Financial Coaching for Families training to the Northwest Native Asset Building Coalition in Tukwila, WA this week! This training space is filled with open dialogue, interactive discussions, and engaging energizers, all designed to enhance comprehensive financial education for Native families. We are so inspired by the collective learning and shared commitment to building financial skills in Native communities! If you're interested in this training, please check out our training calendar on our website!

On this Indigenous Peoples' Day, we honor the enduring strength and resilience of Native peoples, who have shaped this land through rich traditions, innovation, and community-building for thousands of years. Native entrepreneurship is deeply rooted in these traditions, from ancient trade routes to the diverse, thriving businesses we see today in tribal nations across the country. Despite facing centuries of adversity—displacement, systemic discrimination, and barriers to capital—Native entrepreneurs have persevered. Their resilience has led to a resurgence of Native-owned businesses that are not only creating jobs but also restoring economic sovereignty to our communities. These businesses represent more than just financial success—they are expressions of cultural preservation, innovation, and self-reliance. At Oweesta Corporation, we are proud to support this movement. As the longest-standing Native CDFI intermediary, Oweesta partners with Native Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) across the country to provide Native entrepreneurs with the resources they need—access to capital, financial training, and support. By strengthening Native economies, we are paving the way for future generations to thrive. Today, we celebrate the triumphs and successes of Native entrepreneurs, whose work continues to uplift our communities and honor the legacy of our ancestors. Together, we are building a future grounded in economic independence and cultural pride.

Exciting News! Oweesta’s 2023 Annual Report is now available on our website! We’re incredibly proud of the progress we've made and excited for the next chapter ahead! Explore the full report on our website and learn more about the transformative work we're doing together. https://lnkd.in/gD9_vy-N... Cover photo credit: Florence Sterling Ludka

The time has arrived! Call for Session Proposals for the 10th Annual Native CDFI Capital Access Convening is now live! Click the link to submit your proposal: https://lnkd.in/gwMt2Gpt...

Join us for the NCDFI Practitioners Fundamentals Certification training. This 3.5 day training will help orient participants’ understanding of all foundational components related to running a healthy Native CDFI and explore the different aspects of organizational operation Register at the link below: https://lnkd.in/gXTXmrEt

We’re thrilled to announce Oweesta Corporation's partnership with Goldman Sachs as part of their $100M "Investment in Rural Communities" initiative! Oweesta will receive $10M in lending capital to support Native CDFIs across the country, fostering small business growth and expanding economic opportunities for Native entrepreneurs. This is a significant step toward empowering tribal economies, where access to capital is often limited. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gzZ66tDw

Please join us in welcoming our newest team members to the Oweesta family! We are thrilled to have them on board as we continue to empower Native communities and drive impactful change. Together, we’re stronger and more committed than ever to building a brighter future for Indigenous people.

Today, Oweesta honors and remembers the Native children who were taken from their families and communities, never to return, during the painful era of residential and boarding schools. These schools were not just institutions; they were instruments of cultural erasure, stealing from us not only our children but also the future we might have had together—one where our traditions, languages, and family bonds thrived across generations. As we reflect on this painful history, we also look forward with resolve. We will not forget. We will honor the lives of the children who were taken from us by creating a future where our children prosper, rooted in the strength of our cultural heritage. Our children are sacred, and their future is a promise of resilience and renewal. On this National Day of Remembrance, Oweesta stands with survivors, their families, and the spirits of those lost. We commit ourselves to healing, justice, and to ensuring that our children grow up surrounded by their families, their cultures, and the love of their communities—unbroken and thriving.

We are proud to announce that Oweesta Corporation has been awarded a Financial Assistance (FA) grant through the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s CDFI Fund! This funding will allow us to continue expanding opportunities for Native communities, fostering economic growth, and supporting financial sovereignty. A huge congratulations to all 357 awardees, including the 25 Native CDFIs who received NACA Program awards! We’re inspired by the collective work of these organizations in supporting low-income and underserved communities nationwide. Together, we are creating real, lasting impact. Read more at the article below. https://lnkd.in/g5rddvwz

🚨 20 spots available! Get Registered Today! 🚨 We’re thrilled to announce the BNC: Financial Coaching with Families Next Level 2.0—an advanced, hands-on training designed to take your financial coaching skills to the next level! Whether you’re looking to deepen your knowledge or empower your clients on their journey to financial stability, this program is for YOU! What to Expect: *Advanced techniques to better support your clients *Fresh insights to tackle financial challenges head-on *Strategies to create lasting impact in your community ✨ Prerequisite: Must have completed Financial Coaching for Families 1.0. This ensures everyone is ready to dive deep into the next level of financial coaching mastery! https://lnkd.in/gv28TjkQ