MNI SOTA FUND

is an Urban Native CDFI

Community Development Financial Institution

located in Mni Sota Makoce // Minnesota

Established in 2011 as Bii Gii Wiin Community Development Loan Fund, Mni Sota Fund has continually worked to support the economic self-determination of Indigenous peoples in Mni Sota Makoce – the Land Where the Water Reflects the Clouds – and known today as Minnesota. Based in the Twin Cities, we support programs focused on small business development, commercial and consumer lending, and financial wellness. Our focus is on the development of holistic wealth-building that encompasses physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional wellness. 

OUR MISSION

We build Indigenous wealth throughout Mni Sota Makoce

OUR VISION

We envision flourishing and sustainable Indigenous economies that emerge from a foundation of self-determination and justice.

OUR VALUES

  • Integrity

    We believe that transparency and integrity are essential for fostering community trust and collaboration.

  • Creativity

    We believe that creativity is the pathway to systems change and a catalyst for hope.

  • Leadership

    We believe that nurturing leadership in all of its forms is integral to community self-determination.

  • Growth

    We believe that growth and learning are fundamental to passing down intergenerational knowledge, practices, and ways of life.

Our Symbol

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  • Focused on Growth

    Our focus is on the growth of our community. We are here to support and empower our community's journey towards prosperity. As experts in our field, we are dedicated to supporting our clients as they pursue their own personal and financial growth. Just like plants, we believe in constant learning and growth as an organization. When we sought a symbol that captures our mission, it became evident that plants embody the dedication to growth that we strive for in our work.

    Together, we cultivate a future of empowerment and hope for all.

  • Honoring Interconnectedness

    We recognize the beauty and interconnectedness of all beings in the tapestry of indigenous lifeways. Our logo's floral design represents a sacred bond deeply rooted in our heritage. Guided by this vision, and inspired by the strength and resilience of the Anishinaabe and Dakota cultures. Our florals symbolize the vibrancy of our growth and reflective of our history and enduring spirit. Capturing the essence that has shaped our legacy, embracing our power and collective journey towards prosperity.

    Together, we nurture a community where possibility flourishs.

  • Our Eleven Berries

    We pay homage to the eleven Native Nations in Minnesota, including 7 Anishinaabe and 4 Dakota, by honoring and respecting our work with all the Nations from which our people originate. To symbolize this unity, our floral design prominently features 11 berries. Setting us apart from other Native Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Mni Sota Fund's unique focus extends beyond reservation boundaries to serve the urban Indian community, transcending tribal affiliation.

    Together, we uplift and honor our community beyond boundaries.

  • Laying the Foundation

    In each flower, we purposefully included the seed from which it grew. This serves as a powerful symbol of the seeds we and our clients are planting as we invest in the future of our community. Just as the seed holds the potential for growth and prosperity, we are nurturing the ideas, dreams, and aspirations that will empower our community to thrive. By investing in our collective future, we cultivate a legacy of possibility and abundance.

    Together, we sow the seeds of prosperity for generations to come.