Oweesta, a Native-run finance group that backs more than 65 Native lenders (CDFIs), won a national impact award on October 22. It says its partners have helped support nearly 5,000 Native-owned businesses, and it is aiming to help move $500 million in lending across Indian Country by 2030. If you need startup or expansion money, ask a Native CDFI near you about loans and training before looking elsewhere.

Based on: Oweesta becomes the first Native CDFI to win an Opportunity Finance Network growth award (Oct. 31, 2026). Source: Tribal Business News