Four Bands Community Fund, a Native-led CDFI on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation in South Dakota, is expanding opportunity for Native American farmers and ranchers through its Expanding Access to Capital & Building Equity project. Designed to support producers as they start, grow, or sustain their operations, this initiative provides a strategic mix of flexible loan capital, equity-building tools, and tailored business coaching. Four Bands will deploy $1 million in agricultural loans, up to $400,000 per producer, for livestock, equipment, land purchases, or working capital needs. These lending products are tailored to low-income borrowers on trust lands and offer more affordable, accessible financing than traditional sources. Beyond capital, Four Bands delivers hands-on technical assistance to participating producers, focusing on financial systems, marketing, risk management, and profitability. This support builds skills, sharpens decision-making, and strengthens long-term viability. Custom action plans and ongoing assessments ensure each producer is equipped to meet their goals. By investing in Native agriculture with tailored financial products and personalized coaching, Four Bands is creating jobs, expanding market access, and improving economic outcomes, ensuring Native-owned agricultural enterprises remain a sustainable force in rural America for generations to come.
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About Company
The Native American Agriculture Fund (NAAF) provides grants to eligible organizations for business assistance, agricultural education, technical support, and advocacy services to support Native farmers and ranchers.
The charitable trust was created by the settlement of the landmark Keepseagle v. Vilsack class-action lawsuit. NAAF is the largest philanthropic organization devoted solely to serving the Native American farming and ranching community.