Tribal Government Support
Tribal Support Network partners with Tribal governments to strengthen governance, build administrative capacity, and support effective leadership. Our team combines technical expertise with cultural knowledge to help Tribes navigate policy, planning, and program development in ways that honor Indigenous traditions while meeting modern challenges. Whether assisting with strategic planning, capacity building, or governance training, we work alongside Tribal leaders to create sustainable systems that empower communities and protect Tribal sovereignty.
Our Support Includes:
- Capacity Building – Strengthening Tribal administrative systems and staff development to ensure long-term sustainability.
- Strategic Planning – Assisting leaders with visioning, goal setting, and implementation strategies that align with cultural values and community priorities.
- Governance Training – Providing education and technical support to elected officials, boards, and commissions to enhance effective leadership and decision-making.
- Policy & Program Development – Supporting Tribes in drafting policies, building programs, and implementing initiatives that reflect sovereignty and self-determination.
Indigenous Wellness
Tribal Support Network uplifts Indigenous wellness through culturally grounded programs that support the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual health of Native people. Our approach honors traditional practices while incorporating modern tools to strengthen individual and community well-being. By creating spaces of healing, learning, and connection, we help restore balance and resilience across generations.
Our wellness programs include:
- Indigenous Wellness Retreats – Gathering Native youth and community members in immersive settings that combine traditional teachings, ceremonies, and wellness practices.
- Youth Empowerment Programs – Providing retreats and camps to nurture identity, leadership, and holistic health for Native youth.
- Community Healing Initiatives – Hosting events, workshops, and gatherings focused on collective healing, mental health awareness, and strengthening community bonds.
- Cultural Revitalization & Connection – Supporting the continuation of language, traditional ecological knowledge, and cultural practices as essential elements of Indigenous wellness.
Collective Buying Program
Join the Collective Buying Power network and unlock negotiated pricing, simpler purchasing, and real savings.
Building Stronger Tribal Economic Futures
Tribal Support Network’s flagship program, Collective Buying Power, helps Tribal Nations leverage their combined purchasing strength to secure better pricing, stronger service, and fairer contract terms from vendors. By pooling existing spending across multiple Tribes, we unlock the advantages usually reserved for large corporations and government fleets—without Tribes losing autonomy or control. These savings free up resources for government operations, economic growth, and community investment, building long-term stability and stronger Tribal economies.
The Challenge
Too often, Tribal Nations pay more than they should for essential goods and services, even as consistent, long-term customers. Vendors may overcharge, underperform, or fail to provide the service, accountability, and value that Tribes deserve. While Tribal spending is significant, purchasing power is fragmented across many vendors, limiting leverage in negotiations.
Our Solution
Through Collective Buying Power, we combine Tribal spending data across dozens of categories—vehicles, fuel, medical supplies, IT systems, construction materials, food service, casino operations, and more. Vendors respond differently when faced with purchasing potential in the tens of millions.
- Budgets stay the same, but buying power multiplies.
- Tribes gain access to stronger pricing, service, and terms.
- Each Nation retains full control over vendor choice and contracting decisions.
How It Works
- Spend Analysis – We review your existing vendor contracts and pricing.
- Benchmarking – We compare against collective benchmarks to identify savings opportunities.
- Aggregation – We combine anonymized Tribal spending data to strengthen negotiation power.
- Negotiation – We negotiate directly with vendors on behalf of the network, without revealing your Tribe’s identity.
- Options, Not Obligations – Your Tribe decides which vendors, terms, and agreements are the best fit.
Beyond Cost Savings
Collective Buying Power is not just about lowering costs. It’s about:
- Stronger vendor accountability and improved service quality.
- Less time spent managing under performing contracts.
- More value from every dollar, allowing Tribes to reinvest in programs and services.
Why Partner with Us?
- We can save Tribal Nations millions of dollars through collective vendor optimization.
- We are a Native-owned nonprofit, dedicated to advancing Tribal sovereignty and economic strength—not outside profits.
- Our experienced team brings expertise in finance, procurement, negotiation, and operations.
- Every partnership helps sustain our broader mission: advancing Tribal self-governance, economic development, and Indigenous wellness.
Trust & Confidentiality
Your Tribe’s contracts, vendors, and pricing are never shared. All negotiations are based on anonymized, aggregated data. We enter every relationship with a clear NDA, ensuring that trust and confidentiality remain at the center of our work.
Next Steps
- Schedule an introductory consultation.
- Explore tailored solutions for your Tribe’s purchasing needs.
- Start leveraging collective opportunities for immediate benefits.