The Minority Business Development Agency awarded a $600,000 project grant to the Oregon Native American Chamber under the MBDA Business Center - American Indian and Alaska Native federal grant program. The grant will support the Chamber in providing strategic business consulting services and deal making assistance to eligible American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian firms from September 2021 through August 2023.
The MBDA Business Center - American Indian and Alaska Native program aims to promote job creation, economic impact, and business growth for tribal communities through customized business solutions for minority-owned enterprises. Under this award, the Oregon Native American Chamber will deliver services aligned with MBDA's strategic plan goals of supporting businesses in these communities.