NACDC showcases financial impact and economic opportunity in annual reporting
NACDC Financial Services
NACDC Financial Services is a Native community financial development financial institution (CDFI) on the Blackfeet Reservation serving all tribal members in the state of Montana. Its mission is to remove the barriers that exist in Indian Country that prohibit the flow of capital and credit. Through education and lending services, NACDC addresses critical needs in Native communities and promotes sustainable economic development.
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Since 2014, NACDC has prioritized its annual report as an effective way to communicate its impact. The reports combine data, stories, and financials to demonstrate transparency, celebrate progress, and build trust with funders, partners, and community members.
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Demonstrate responsible stewardship and organizational accountability.
Show the outcomes and broader impact of the organization’s work.
Strengthen relationships with communities, partners, and funders through transparency and shared learning.
Build the case for continued investment and future opportunities.
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Because of NACDC's continued investment in impact measurement and data systems, it's been able to tell a more robust and holistic story of its impact within its community. NACDC understands its multiplied and extrapolated economic impact and percentage growth year over year, while contextualizing that growth and change within direct community and individual stories. Its ability to document and tell this story has directly benefited its ability to secure more funds, especially with metrics- and data-driven funders.
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2014–current
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Andrea Mader — Content collection, data analysis, graphic and layout design, creative direction, and data visualization
Mary Sienko — Content collection and data analysis
Nat Bauer — Graphic and layout design, creative direction, and data visualization
Julianna Smith — Video graphics and production
“I have been very impressed with the work Sweet Grass has provided for us and will remain partners many years in the future.” —Angie Main, NACDC Financial Services
