What We Do

ATNI-EDC CEDS

ATNI-EDC has completed the 5-year Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). The CEDS was accepted by the ATNI membership through an ATNI resolution at the ATNI Annual Convention (October 2019).  The Economic Development Administration accepted the ATNI-EDC CEDS in April 2020.

The vision of the ATNI-EDC CEDS is to build an Inter-Tribal economy that takes care of all Tribal citizens; where “the old way” governs our direction, with respect to sovereignty and sustainability; where Tribal citizens have ready employment opportunities, including upper management positions; where wealth is generated from within Indian Country; where Tribes leverage collective economic power to enhance Inter-Tribal economy; where Tribal entrepreneurs have the support and infrastructure to establish and sustain businesses; where all Tribal citizens are healthy and happy; where Indian youth continue to find value in their culture, and find opportunity and prosperity in their homelands.

The final document outlines three guiding principals:

  • Support ATNI Tribes to Meet their Economic Development Goals
  • Support Inter-Tribal Economy Building
  • Support Tribal Entrepreneurs

You can download the final ATNI-EDC CEDS by clicking here.


Infrastructure Survey

There is currently pending consideration of national infrastructure legislation. We are launching a survey aimed at understanding the priorities and readiness of ATNI Member Tribes around infrastructure.  Information gathered will be used to proactively advocate for infrastructure needs in Indian Country and supporting Tribes with technical assistance, connection to resources, and hosting training or webinars.  The survey is 15 questions, and shouldn’t take more than 10 minutes of your time!

Click here to Complete the Survey!


Native Business Financing

ATNI-EDC works with small business owners across the Tribes in the Northwest.

Business Financing

Need support with your business? We offer business loans from $25,000 to $500,000. We can work with borrowers who have imperfect credit or limited collateral. We are committed to working with you so you know your options.

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Types of Capital

We can help provide loan capital for startups, business acquisition, working capital, equipment, commercial real estate, tribal project financing and agricultural projects in farming, fishing and timber.

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Technical Assistance

We work with technical assistance providers across the region. Need help developing a business plan? Let us know and we will match you with a provider in your area.

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