The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Tribal and Native Affairs are hosting a national Tribal Economies Webinar Series. The four webinars will highlight strategies Tribal governments and Indian Country businesses can pursue to finance projects that promote economic growth and housing opportunities. Practitioners will discuss the latest trends in Tribal finance, including the use of tax incentives, participation loans across regions, and the growth and development of financial institutions that serve Indian Country. There is no fee to participate, but registration is required. Register here.

Session 1 – Expanding Financial Institutions in Indian Country, June 17, 2026 | 1:00-2:00 PM ET
Join this session to learn about increasing the number of financial institutions that serve Indian Country. Presenters will include representatives from banks, community development financial institutions, and credit unions.

Session 2 – Closing the Gaps: Lender Credit Stacking in Tribal Communities, July 22, 2026 | 1:00-2:00 PM ET
Indian Country project finance often incorporates a range of private and public sources. This session will feature recent examples of participation loans and other creative solutions to Tribal finance challenges.

Session 3 – Attracting Private Capital in Indian Country Through Tax Credit Financing, August 19, 2026 | 1:00-2:00 PM ET
Tax credit finance is a critical aspect in many Tribal projects, including housing and economic development. This session will provide examples of how Tribal projects can utilize New Markets Tax Credits, Opportunity Zones, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.

Session 4 – Bond Finance in Tribal Communities, September 23, 2026 | 1:00-2:00 PM ET
During this session, hear from financial institutions and Tribal governments how bond issuance can help grow Tribal economies and bring more capital to Indian Country. Presenters will share current examples.