Travois

Travois is a Certified B Corporation® focused exclusively on promoting housing and economic development for American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian communities. Founded in 1995, the company works with Native organizations to build affordable housing and grow economies by securing financing through the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) programs. Travois also provides a range of supporting services, including architectural design, asset management, and compliance, ensuring projects meet all necessary regulations and requirements.

In addition to its direct work with Native communities, Travois actively advocates for policies that promote affordable housing and economic development in Indian Country. The company monitors and provides comments on legislation, submits comments to state LIHTC allocating agencies, and holds a seat on the New Markets Tax Credit Coalition board of directors. Travois also provides training on relevant programs and resources, empowering Native communities to navigate a complex process and create a future defined by their own vision.

Travois is a Certified B Corporation committed to supporting Indigenous clients in building affordable housing and growing their economies. They aim to help their clients create thriving communities where every family has a safe home and every person has a good job, recognizing the historical and current challenges faced by Native Nations. Travois centers equity and inclusion in all aspects of their work, ensuring Indigenous voices are represented, Native communities have equitable access to resources, and their team members are supported to effectively serve their clients.

Travois cultivates a culture deeply rooted in supporting Indigenous communities and promoting equity and inclusion. They prioritize listening to their clients and centering Indigenous voices in their work, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. Their dedication to social responsibility is further demonstrated through their Certified B Corporation status, highlighting their commitment to ethical business practices and a positive impact on the world.

Travois is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion by actively seeking and promoting Indigenous voices within its team and elevating them in its work. They strive to ensure equitable access to resources for Native communities and aim to meet the needs of their team members as whole individuals, enabling them to better serve their clients. This commitment is demonstrated through their efforts to build a diverse workforce, support Native-owned businesses, and provide equitable opportunities for everyone.