Mni Sota Fund is an Urban Native Community Development Financial Institution working to advance financial wellness, homeownership, entrepreneurship, and wealth building for Native people and communities.

We serve Native people, families, entrepreneurs, and communities seeking greater financial stability, opportunity, and pathways to homeownership.

Who we Are

OUR MISSION

To expand access to financial tools, knowledge, and opportunities that support Native people in building financial stability, homeownership, and long term wealth.

OUR Vision

A future where Native people and communities have the resources, relationships, and power to define and build wealth on their own terms.

Meet our Staff

  • Andrea Reese

    Chief Executive Officer

  • Rory Taylor

    Chief External Affairs Officer

  • Alexis McKinnis

    Chief Operations Officer

  • Cole St. Arnold

    Chief Lending Officer

  • Roxanny Ines

    Director of Financial Wellness

  • Cece Benimon

    VITA Tax Site Coordinator

  • Ira Buffalohead

    Financial Wellness Coach

  • Dahli Durley

    Storyteller

  • Francesca Koffron

    Office Coordinator

Meet our Board

  • Paul Rock

    Chair

  • Bazile Panek

    Vice-Chair

  • Lisa Ripken

    Treasurer

  • John Williams

    Director

  • Jason Decker

    Director

  • Christine McCleave

    Director

  • Patina Park

    Director

  • Jordan Ruiz

    Director