by Whitney Sawney | Mar 28, 2024
NACDCFS will use a 2023 NAAF award to increase access to affordable, fixed-rate capital for Native ag producers through direct loans and agribusiness training and technical assistance services. They will also conduct a food sovereignty study identifying opportunities...
by Whitney Sawney | Mar 28, 2024
NACA Inspired Schools Network (NISN) will offer a paid residency and hands-on learning experience to uplift and revitalize Indigenous agriculture, food systems, language, and culture. Beginning farmers will receive technical assistance and perform business planning to...
by Whitney Sawney | Mar 28, 2024
Mālama Kaua‘i’s Mahi‘ai Technical Assistance Program will leverage Grants, Education, & One-on-One Technical Assistance to support over 100 Native Hawaiian producers in accessing capital, accomplishing critical expansion projects, and meeting their goals to...
by Whitney Sawney | Mar 28, 2024
Utilizing Lummi CDFI’s existing and growing lending program and loan products, deploy NAAF RLF resources to Native fisheries, ag entrepreneurs, and small businesses. Simultaneously, support all clients, inquiries, and loan applicants with consultation, coaching,...
by Whitney Sawney | Mar 28, 2024
Kashia Band of Pomo Indians of the Stewarts Point Rancheria will establish a new Kashia Department of Agriculture to oversee and facilitate the development of agriculture and aquaculture production on Kashia lands and waters by Tribally-owned and Tribal-member-owned...