Technical Assistance

For us, technical assistance means tools—and we provide the right ones for where you are in your journey.

Tools & Resources

Some of the key areas we focus on with our clients are:

  • Job creation/retention

  • Building assets through smart investing

  • Looking at changing old spending habits and addressing its realities

  • Opening the doors and looking at potential business opportunities

  • Loans – Micro, Small Business and Credit Builder

  • One-On-One Business Counseling

  • Skills Development and Training

  • Specific business topics and start-up “Indianpreneurship” workshops

  • Computer Resource Center and Library

  • Individual Development Accounts for savings

  • Credit Builder Loans / Small Dollar Loans

  • Referrals and support with other asset building resources and/or entities

At Pacific Northwest Tribal Lending, we believe every Native person should have access to the tools they need to grow financially, professionally, and personally. We welcome all Native American peoples in our region who are working toward their financial goals and building new skills.

You bring the vision. We’ll bring the tools.

  • Financial Success Coaches

    Trusted professionals offering one-on-one support through confidential, culturally respectful conversations.

  • Financial Education

    Workshops, coaching, and resources that help build practical skills in budgeting, credit, saving, and business planning.

  • Financial Products

    Access to loans, Individual Development Accounts (IDAs), and other asset-building options designed with Native communities in mind.

Our team of Success Coaches offers a welcoming space to meet you where you’re at. With deep experience working in Native communities, they understand the realities, challenges, and strengths you bring to the table.

We work together to build your personal or business financial health, develop your goals, and support growth that creates jobs and economic prosperity throughout Indian Country.

We recognize that everyone learns differently. Some clients thrive in one-on-one sessions, while others prefer group-based learning through workshops or classes. Whatever your style—we’re here to support you.

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Fueling a Thriving & Sustainable Native Economy

"If you're going to start a business, start with someone you trust.

That's the reason why Pacific Northwest Tribal Lending is a perfect marriage for our business."

-Swil Kanim

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