Insights and Bites: A California Tribal Fund Lunch and Learn Webinar Series

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California Tribal Fund

Building on the momentum of First Nations’ recent publication, “Insights for Investing in California Tribal Communities: A Rigorous Needs Assessment of Grantee Tribal Partners,” this bi-monthly webinar will serve capacity building in “small bites,” through one-hour lunchtime learning opportunities.

This series is designed for California Tribal Fund grantees and interested parties to support and strengthen capacity building in California Tribal communities. Each session will spotlight a practical tool, community-driven strategy, or culturally grounded approach to help strengthen and center individual and community wellness.

Topics will include strategic planning, building a fundraising plan, project management, creating a communications plan, and how to center health and wellness during these trying times.

Webinar 1: Strategic Planning 101

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Recording of Webinar Powerpoint Presentation

About the Speaker

With over 20 years of experience, John Hendrix is the Director of Economic Development for the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians. He is responsible for managing the tribe’s social impact investments to create wealth for the Choctaw community and generating revenue for the tribal government and job opportunities for tribal members. John has also provided technical assistance to more than 20 tribal communities pursuing food sovereignty initiatives, and he is currently coordinating the tribe’s investment and ongoing analysis of the video game industry, in which he is engaging tribal students and the Choctaw Boys & Girls Club to encourage S.T.E.M. education. John received his BBA from Millsaps College and his MBA from Duke University.

Held on September 17, 2025, at 12 pm PT.

Webinar recording passcode: 2^TvVcDG

Webinar 2: Building Sustainable Funding: Strategies for Grant Writing, Fundraising, and Resource Development

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Recording of Webinar Powerpoint Presentation

About the Speaker

Kimberly Miyazawa Frank leads an organizational development strategy consultancy. Her 30+ years of experience across sectors and industries have centered on driving transformational change by addressing policy and redesigning human capital systems to maximize individual and organizational performance. She has led practices in Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB), Community Development, and Philanthropy.

As a consultant to First Nations Development Institute, Kimberly is the co-designer of its NextGen Program, a leadership building experience for young professionals. She also supports the organization through individual coaching and team building and provides technical assistance for grantees. Kimberly is a long-time community volunteer and serves on boards of local, national, and international nonprofits. She holds a JD from Rutgers School of Law and a BS from Miami University. Kimberly was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. She and her family now reside in the Pacific Northwest.

Held on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 12 pm PT.

Webinar 3: Tools and Strategies for Project Management Success

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Recording of Webinar Powerpoint Presentation

Learn practical tools and strategies to manage projects effectively, strengthen organizational capacity, and achieve program success. This session will cover planning, budgeting, data collection, tracking deadlines, and tips for managing to help your team stay organized, efficient, and on track.

Held on January 28, 2026, 12 pm PT.

Webinar recording passcode: 4n=Xy6b!

Webinar 4: Elevating Your Communications Game

First Nations’ communications team will lead a discussion on digital marketing, presenting an overview of website, social, and email marketing tactics. This session will provide tangible and immediate takeaways to enhance their marketing and communications strategies.

Held on Wednesday, April 29, 12 pm PT.

Webinar 5: Avoiding Burnout

Webinar 6: Grantee Stories