Our mission is to strengthen American Indian economies to support healthy Native communities. We invest in and create innovative institutions and models that strengthen asset control and support economic development for American Indian people and their communities.With the support of individuals, foundations, corporate and tribal donors, First Nations Development Institute improves economic conditions for Native Americans through technical assistance & training, advocacy & policy, and direct financial grants in six key areas:1) Achieving Native Financial Empowerment2) Investing in Native Youth3) Strengthening Tribal & Community Institutions4) Advancing Household & Community Asset-Building Strategies5) Nourishing Native Foods & Health6) Stewarding Native Lands