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The NAIHC is composed of 271 members representing 463 tribes and housing organizations.

Since 1974, the only national organization representing the housing and community development interests of Native Americans, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians. NAIHC is the only national organization representing housing interests of Native people who reside in Indian communities, Alaska Native Villages, and on Native Hawaiian Home Lands. NAIHC also has associate and individual members and organizations that support our mission. NAIHC is guided by a 10-member Board of Directors representing Native housing entities in nine geographical regions throughout the United States. NAIHC promotes and supports Native housing entities in their efforts to provide culturally relevant and quality affordable housing on behalf of Native people. NAIHC services to its members and the general public include:

- Advocacy for housing opportunities and increased funding for Native American housing and community development programs;
- Training in many areas of Native housing management;
- On-site technical assistance for Native housing professionals; and
- Research and information services related to Native housing issues and programs. NAIHC is supported by member dues and fees, government, foundation, association and private grants. If you are interested in supporting the work of NAIHC, please contact us at (202) 789-1754.

10/30/2026

Maintenance isn't just about fixing what's broken.
It's about protecting the housing you've already built.
A strong maintenance program does more than respond to problems.
It helps protect the safety, condition, and long-term value of Tribal housing.
That means staying on top of:
• Routine work orders
• Preventive maintenance
• Unit inspections
• Emergency repairs
• Documentation
• Unit history records
Good documentation matters.
Clear photos.
Simple maintenance logs.
Inspection records.
Complete unit files.
These tools help your team see what was done, what needs attention, and where recurring problems may be developing.
The goal isn't to make maintenance complicated.
It's to make the process consistent, trackable, and proactive.
Better maintenance protects both residents and the Tribal housing investment.

What maintenance challenge takes the most time for your housing team?

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10/30/2026

🏡 The National American Indian Housing Council (NAIHC), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy Home Energy Rebates Program and the National Laboratory of the Rockies, invites Tribal leaders, TDHEs, Tribal Housing Authorities, and housing professionals to a special Tribal High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate (HEEHR) Information Session!

Learn how your Tribe can access federal formula funding to improve housing conditions, reduce utility costs, and make homes more energy-efficient and affordable.

💰 Up to $14,000 in combined rebates per eligible dwelling unit.

📋 Learn about funding allocations, eligibility requirements, applications, and technical assistance.

📅 Webinar: Monday, November 9, 2026
💻 Location: Virtual
🔗 Register: https://natlabrockies.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/8oDGxIEXRB2fem2caPohFQ #/registration

⏰ Federal Application Deadline: December 11, 2026

Don't miss this opportunity to bring valuable energy-efficiency investments to your Tribal community!

Please share with your Tribal leadership, housing departments, and community partners.

10/29/2026

Who qualifies for Tribal housing?
And what happens after a family gets through the door?
Admissions & Occupancy is where housing policy meets a family's front door.
A strong Tribal policy should clearly address:
• Who is eligible
• Income limits and preferences
• How the waiting list is managed
• How income is calculated and recertified
• Lease terms and resident responsibilities
• Transfers and over-income households
• Termination procedures
• Grievance or hearing rights
Under NAHASDA, IHBG assistance is primarily intended for low-income Indian families, with specific provisions that can allow assistance to other households when permitted.
The important part?
Policies need to be written, clear, and consistently applied.
That protects residents.
It supports staff.
And it makes program monitoring and reporting easier.
Clear policies create stronger housing programs.

Which Admissions & Occupancy issue creates the most questions for your team?

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10/29/2026

Help Us Build the Southwest Tribal Housing & Homeownership Summit!

The Southwest Tribal Housing & Homeownership Summit is coming to Albuquerque on November 17, 2026, bringing together Tribal leaders, housing professionals, lenders, federal and state partners, developers, homeownership professionals, and community members from across the Southwest.

We need your help getting the word out!

Please SHARE this post with your networks and help us connect with people and organizations working to strengthen Tribal housing and homeownership.

There are four ways to get involved:

🎟️ ATTEND THE SUMMIT — Registration is FREE
https://tinyurl.com/swthhsregistration

🏢 BECOME AN EXHIBITOR
https://tinyurl.com/thocswexhibitor

🤝 BECOME A SPONSOR
https://tinyurl.com/swthhssponsor

BOOK YOUR ROOM
https://tinyurl.com/swthhs-roomblock

Whether you attend, present, exhibit, sponsor, or simply share this post, your support helps us bring more people to the table and build stronger connections around Tribal housing and homeownership throughout the Southwest.

📅 November 17, 2026
📍 Albuquerque, New Mexico

Please share and help us spread the word!

10/29/2026

40 Years Ago, a Crisis Became a Legacy.

On October 28, 1986, Tribal Nations came together during an insurance crisis and took their future into their own hands. From that determination, AMERIND was born.

What began as a solution to protect Tribal housing grew into something greater: a legacy of unity, resilience, and Tribal sovereignty.

Today, we honor the visionaries who made it possible, the Tribal Nations who believed in its mission, and the generations who continue to carry it forward.

40 Years of Tribal Insurance Sovereignty. 40 Years of Tribes Protecting Tribes.

10/29/2026

Check out this week’s NAIHC Training Update (NTU) for upcoming virtual and in-person training opportunities.

NAIHC, in partnership with HUD’s Office of Native American Programs, offers these trainings at no cost to the tribal housing community. Training topics support tribal housing programs, operations, compliance, and professional development.

Scan the QR codes to register or https://naihc.net/training-schedule/

The calendar is updated weekly, so be sure to check back regularly for newly added trainings and registration information.

10/28/2026

30 years of NAHASDA changed Tribal housing.
But how did it change the way Tribes approach housing?
Enacted in 1996, NAHASDA transformed federal housing assistance for Tribal communities.
It created a framework built around Tribal self-determination and more flexible housing resources.
Three important pieces to understand:
• Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) — simplified federal housing funding
• Tribal flexibility — supporting culturally relevant housing solutions
• Title VI — providing an important financing tool for eligible housing activities
NAHASDA wasn't simply another federal housing program.
It changed the relationship between federal housing resources and Tribal decision-making.
As we recognize 30 years of NAHASDA in 2026, understanding where it came from helps housing professionals understand where Tribal housing can go next.
Strong housing programs start with strong knowledge of the framework.

What part of NAHASDA do you think every Tribal housing professional should understand?

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10/27/2026

Your IHP tells the story of what you planned.
Your APR tells the story of what happened.
Think of them this way:
IHP = The Roadmap
It sets out your goals, activities and budgets for the program year.
APR = The Travel Log
It reports what actually happened.
The client's plan notes:
IHP:
Due 75 days before the program year begins.
APR:
Due 90 days after the year ends.
Both are submitted through GEMS.
And they work together.
A strong IHP gives your team a clear direction.
A clear APR shows what was accomplished.
Together, they create a record of how your community used its IHBG resources.
But here's the bigger point:
Your APR shouldn't be a surprise.
If your program is tracking progress throughout the year, reporting becomes much easier.
Plan clearly. Track consistently. Report honestly.

Which part of the IHP or APR takes your team the most time?

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10/26/2026

One housing project can involve more than one wage rule.
Knowing which one applies matters. Labor standards can get complicated in Indian Country.
Depending on the work and project, you may need to consider:
Davis-Bacon requirements
HUD-determined wages
Tribal prevailing wage requirements
And that's where mistakes can happen.
The key isn't simply knowing the wage rate.
Your team needs to know:
• What type of work is being performed?
• Who is performing it?
• Which wage source applies?
• What documentation is required?
The client's plan specifically highlights the importance of matching the labor type with the correct wage framework and maintaining proper documentation.
Because compliance doesn't stop when the project begins.
The paperwork has to tell the same story as the work happening in the field.

What labor-standard question comes up most often on your projects?

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