Page 10 - Chehalis Tribal Newsletter - September 2024

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Tribal Loan Fund empowers growth

Greetings from the Chehalis we are conducting a feasibility Their leadership, vision and
Tribal Loan Fund! study to create a Down Payment commitment are essential to the
We’re excited to share the Assistance (DPA) program. success of our initiatives and the
latest updates and achievements This initiative aims to improve advancement of our mission.
that reflect our mission: Brick resources available to tribal Their strategic guidance continues
by Brick, Paving the Way to members and others, facilitating to drive our efforts forward.
Financial Empowerment through homeownership and enhancing We also wish to recognize
Education, Coaching and Fair living conditions. and thank the Chehalis Tribe
Lending. Here’s a look at what’s in part with support from the Additionally, we are pleased for its unwavering support and
been happening: Chehalis Tribe, is designed to to share that we have received partnership. The tribe’s assistance

Funding enhances support provide tribal members and a $10,000 grant from the in seeding the Empowered Auto
Buyer Program and its ongoing
state Department of Financial
We are thrilled to announce others with the knowledge Institutions. This funding will be collaboration is vital to our ability
and resources needed to make
that the Chehalis Tribal Loan informed and confident decisions used for homebuyer education to serve the community and
Fund has secured a $1 million when purchasing vehicles. Our and support, further assisting achieve our goals. Together, we
grant from the state Department program focuses on helping you individuals and families in are making meaningful progress
of Commerce. The substantial find vehicles that are safe, reliable navigating the homebuying toward financial empowerment
funding will significantly enhance and offer excellent value, ensuring process and achieving their and community development.
our ability to provide consumer, you make the best choices for your homeownership dreams. Save the Date: Brick by Brick
auto and home improvement family and your budget. Strengthening partnerships
loans, offering more flexible and We are excited to invite you to
accessible financial solutions for Expanding our team We are dedicated to building our Brick by Brick annual dinner
our community. strong partnerships with and auction, scheduled for Dec. 6
Additionally, we’ve received To better serve our community, public, private and nonprofit at Great Wolf Lodge. This highly
$500,000 from the USDA Rural we are expanding our team organizations. Our collaboration anticipated event is a wonderful
Business Development program. and enhancing our operational on the upcoming Financial opportunity to support our
This support will strengthen capabilities. This growth will Freedom Fair exemplifies this mission while enjoying an evening
our small business services and enable us to more effectively commitment. The event will of fine dining, engaging company
lending capabilities, fostering support our various initiatives and provide valuable information and exciting auction items. We
entrepreneurship and promoting respond to the needs of those we and resources to help individuals look forward to celebrating
the growth of small businesses serve. achieve financial independence with you and showcasing our
among our tribal members and and manage their personal accomplishments.
other residents in our region. Affordable housing initiative finances effectively. Thank you for your continued
We are developing a
Empowered auto buyers comprehensive affordable Board vision, tribal support support and engagement. Brick by
Brick, we are building a stronger,
We are excited to launch our housing strategy to support our We extend our deepest more empowered community.
new Empowered Auto Buyer community’s homeownership gratitude to our dedicated Warm regards,
Program. This initiative, seeded goals. As part of this effort, volunteer Board of Directors. Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund Team

WIC services ABOUT: The
USDA FOOD PICKUP through SPIPA organization
meets the special

11 A.M.-2 P.M. nutritional needs
of pregnant,
OCT. 18 AT THE breastfeeding and
COMMUNITY CENTER postpartum moms;
infants; and children
SPIPA’s program offers up to age 5.
food to fill up your
freezer, refrigerator NEXT DATE: Oct. 14
and cupboards. Items DO YOU
are first-come, first-
served (one pickup per QUALIFY?:
household). Please allow Find out if you
priority to elders and qualify for WIC at
low-income households. doh.wa.gov/you-
Must present tribal ID at and-your-family/
time of pickup. wic/wic-eligibility
CONTACT:
FOR MORE INFORMATION, wicnutrition@
CALL: 360-426-3990
spipa.org
or 360-426-3990