Native American Heritage Month

🏡 “Home Is Where the Heritage Is” — A Mortgage Loan Officer’s Guide to Native American Heritage Month

Why Celebrate It?

November’s Native American Heritage Month is a time to honor the deep roots, traditions, and stories of Indigenous communities across the country. For Mortgage Loan Officers, it’s also a unique opportunity to connect with clients and partners in a meaningful, educational, and community-centered way. By celebrating heritage, you can show that your business values diversity, inclusion, and the history that shapes the places we call “home.”

In-Person Marketing Ideas

1. “Rooted in Home” Pop-By

Deliver small potted succulents or seed packets with a tag reading:

🌱 “Let’s plant the seeds for your next home journey!”
Attach a short note acknowledging Native American Heritage Month and the importance of community and stewardship of the land.

Bonus: Include a QR code linking to local Indigenous-owned businesses or educational resources.

2. Partner with a Local Indigenous Artisan Market

Sponsor a table or booth at a local Native American craft fair or cultural event. Hand out reusable tote bags that say:

🏡 “Carrying your heritage—and your home—forward.”
Include your contact info subtly on the inside tag for a compliant, classy touch.

3. “Home and Heritage” Client Appreciation Event

Host a small appreciation mixer at a community center or local Indigenous restaurant. Serve Native-inspired appetizers and display fun homeownership trivia cards (like “Which Indigenous invention helped build modern homes?” Answer: nails made from copper!).

🎉 “Celebrating heritage, community, and the homes that bring us together.”

Social Media Ideas

1. “Home Roots” Story Series

Share short clips (Reels or TikToks) featuring clients or referral partners answering:

“What makes a home feel like home to you?”
End each video with:
🏡 “Because every home has a story—and we’re here to help you start yours.”
Encourage others to comment their own answers!

2. “Know Your Land” Trivia Polls

Run a weekly Instagram or LinkedIn poll with questions like:

“Which U.S. state name comes from a Native American language?”
(Multiple choice: Dakota, Oregon, both, neither—Answer: both!)
Wrap up each post with:
“Learning about our land reminds us why homeownership matters.”

3. Local Giveaway: “Support Native-Owned”

Team up with a Native-owned coffee shop, restaurant, or boutique for a small giveaway.
Post:

☕ “We’re celebrating Native American Heritage Month by supporting Indigenous businesses! Tag a friend you’d grab coffee with for a chance to win a $25 gift card!”
Simple, compliant, and great local exposure.

Mortgage-Themed Taglines & Phrases

1. 🏠 “Honoring roots, building futures—one home at a time.”

2. 🌾 “From heritage to homeownership—let’s make your story thrive.”

3. 🔑 “Strong foundations start with your story (and the right loan partner).”

Wrap-Up

Native American Heritage Month is about connection—to our land, our stories, and our communities. By celebrating it thoughtfully and creatively, you’ll not only stay top of mind but also show that your business values what truly matters: people, history, and home. Keep it genuine, keep it lighthearted, and keep your relationships growing strong all year long.