NAYA Action Fund

⏰ Tomorrow is Election Day, Oregon!

Your ballot needs to be in an official drop box by 8 PM Tuesday, May 19th. It's too late to mail it in, so plan your ballot drop off.

Drop box locations: https://bit.ly/4v0lfUu

Every vote moves us forward.

URGENT ACTION NEEDED by Monday, May 18.

The Mayor's proposed budget would cut the Diversity and Civic Leadership (DCL) Program, again. This funding keeps NAYA's LEAD Program and Youth and Elders Council alive.

We need you to speak up TODAY.

Here is how:
✔️ Submit written testimony
✔️ Email your Portland City Councilor
✔️ Call your district office

Click the link for all the details: https://conta.cc/3RLt2qy

Short messages count. Tell them: "Please support the Avalos-5 amendment to restore DCL Program funding."

At a time when Native communities and communities of color are under attack, Portland must invest in us, not cut us. Stand with NAYA. Protect our programs. Make your voice heard by end of day Monday.

🗳️ Two days left to make your voice heard!

Oregon Primary Election Day is Tuesday, May 19th. If you haven't returned your ballot yet, skip the mail and drop it off at any official ballot drop box across the state. No stamp, no stress.

Find your nearest drop box: https://sos.oregon.gov/voting/Pages/drop-box-locator.aspx

Our vote is our voice.

🗳️ Last call to mail your ballot!

Monday, May 11th is the last recommended day to drop your Oregon Primary ballot in the mail. No stamp needed.

If you miss the mail deadline, you can still drop your ballot at any official drop box by 8 PM on Election Day, Tuesday, May 19th.

Find your nearest drop box: https://sos.oregon.gov/voting/Pages/drop-box-locator.aspx

It's not too late to register!

Join The Native American Youth and Family Center for an uplifting evening of connection, community, and celebration. Meet new friends, engage in meaningful conversations, and enjoy a curated selection of hors d’oeuvres and beverages in a welcoming atmosphere.

This event is open to everyone who is interested in building and strengthening relationships with the Portland region's vibrant Native community.

Registration is free, with a suggested donation of $25 to support event costs.
Register Here: tinyurl.com/NPFN-Night

For more information or sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at [email protected].
📅 May 19, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Wieden+Kennedy | 224 NW 13th Ave Portland OR

NAYA Action Fund supports Ashton Simpson and Alex Phan for Metro Council Districts 1 and 4, respectively, because their experience, values, and commitment to expanding economic development opportunities for BIPOC communities are exactly what Metro needs on the Council right now. NAYA Action Fund looks forward to partnering with them to support Native-owned businesses and to create living-wage jobs and homeownership opportunities for the Native community.

NAYA Action Fund is proud to endorse Nafisa Fai for Washington County Chair. A public health leader and current Washington County Commissioner, Nafisa has spent her career fighting for housing, mental health services, and real economic opportunity for everyday people. We are excited to endorse Nafisa to the next level at Washington County Council as the Chair.

NAYA Action Fund is proud to endorse Felicita Monteblanco for Washington County Commissioner, District 2. With over 30 years of roots in Washington County and 15 years of nonprofit and public affairs work, Felicita has a proven record of advancing equity, expanding access to affordable housing, and building partnerships that serve the people.

NAYA Action Fund is proud to endorse Travis Nelson for Oregon State Representative, House District 44. Travis is a nurse, a union labor representative, and a longtime advocate for working people. He believes healthcare is a human right, housing demands real solutions, and Oregon must lead on climate. He is a reliable champion for the NAYA Family Center and our community needs.

Metro isn't just a regional government. It controls land, housing, transportation and the kind of future our kids are going to inherit.

NAYA Action Fund is proud to endorse Juan Carlos Gonzalez for Metro Council President because we need someone in that seat who shows up for ALL of us, not just the people who've always had a seat at the table.

Juan Carlos is that leader. Let's make sure he wins.

Follow for updates, actions, and everything you need to help get him elected.