learn about NCIHA’s history and our future together
About Us
More than just housing
we work hard
in all fields
NCIHA provides more than just housing assistance and has several other programs available not just to tenants but to consortium members.
Maintenance
HDAP
Resident Services
ROSS Grant
Educations and Supportive Services
Construction and Rehab
NCIHA is a Tribally Designated Housing Entity (TDHE), established in 1979, that works on behalf of 8 Federally recognized Tribes in Northern California to carry out housing related programs. ________________________________
Our Mission
"To help Tribal Government with the development of their communities. To do so in a way that is consistent with the Tribe's social, cultural and economic values. To alleviate some of the effects of poverty by providing quality housing to Native Americans in Northern California."
Reaching our Communities today
What is NCIHA doing in 2021
The impact of COVID-19
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has been exceptionally hard for local tribes. Not only has the pandemic affected tribal members unequally in health outcomes, it also affected income with closure of tribal member owned businesses and socially with the inability to gather safely for spiritual and family gatherings.
We at Northern Circle have tried to do our part in alleviating some of the financial burdens by supporting tribal members with federally funded COVID relief programs that assist in rental and utility relief, food assistance and safe quarantine. We will continue to stand by the members in our consortium by utilizing all programs that are available through the Department of Treasury and other sources of funding.
One-time Emergency Assistance
Emergency Rental Assistance
Most commonly asked questions about NCIHA
Questions And Answers
NCIHA is a Tribally Designated Housing Entity that works on behalf of seven federally recognized tribes to carrying out their housing related programs. Such programs include and are not limited to rental assistance, emergency assistance, down payment assistance, new construction, property management and maintenance and COVID-19 assistance. More information on our services can be found on the Programs page.
NCIHA is primarily funded by the Native American Housing Assistance and Self Determination Act of 1996 (NAHASDA) through the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Native American Programs. There are also a variety of other Federal, State, and Local funders that too may fund our programs throughout any given year.
Berry Creek Rancheria of Maidu Indians Guidiville Rancheria Hopland Band of Pomo Indians Kletsel Dehe Wintun Nation Manchester-Point Arena Band of Pomo Indians Mooretown Rancheria of Maidu Indians Redwood Valley Little River Band of Pomo Indians Sherwood Valley Band of Pomo IndiansNCIHA has several programs which may be able to help you. We offer a variety of homelessness response and prevention programs and assistance. These programs, as funding allows, may provide hands on case management in seeking permanent housing and disability benefits, non-congregate shelter, connections to services and providers, and more. See our Programs Page for more information.
All available programs can be found on the Programs page. Additional information can be found on our Facebook page!
Where it all Started
Darlene Tooley,
Founder of
NCIHA
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Awards and Acknowledgements from the 1980's
September 15, 1981
The Community Services Administration
For Outstanding and Dedicated Service to the Poor of America
1983 to 1985
Robinson Rancheria
In appreciation for Assisting Us in Developing
The New Robinson Rancheria
April 12, 1986
Institute of Real Estate Management of
the National Association of Realtors
Completion of the Requirements for the HUD Public
Housing Manager Certification Program
May 23, 1988
Darlene Tooley – Certificate Occupancy
Specialist Public Housing
November 18, 1988
US Department of HUD
Recognition of Sustained Excellence in Operations
Awards and Acknowledgements from the 1990's
1990
Redwood Valley Reservation
In Appreciation for Assisting Us in Developing Our Community
Southwest Indian Housing Authorities Association
Recognition of 10 years of service to housing in Indian Country
1992
Oak Leaf Award
Acknowledgement of dedication to prevention of
drug and alcohol abuse
February 8, 1992
NCIHA Board of Commissioners
Darlene Tooley – 10 years of Service
1993
EPA
Certificate of Appreciation for supporting the
American Indian Drinking Water Technician Program
April 1993
Sherwood Valley Band of Pomo Indians
Darlene Tooley – Appreciation for Support and
Continued Interest in providing Affordable Housing
December 9, 1994
US Department of HUD
Recognition of excellence in overall management performance
in the Indian Housing Program for fiscal years 1992 – 1993
January 9, 1996
Southwest Indian Housing Authorities Association
Recognition of 15 years of service to housing in Indian Country
February 27, 1997 to March 12, 1998
Recognition of outstanding contribution and
dedication as a member of NAHASDA
January 1998
US Department of HUD
Certificate of Excellence
October 8, 1998
Ukiah Business & Professional Women Award
Golden Nike Award
January 1999
US Department of HUD
Certificate of Excellence
Awards and Acknowledgements from the 2000's
January 2000
US Department of HUD
Southwest Office of Native American Projects
Certificate of Excellence
February 12, 2000
Northern Circle Indian Housing Authority
Darlene Tooley – Certificate of Appreciation
March 31, 2000
Mendocino College & NCIHA
Alliance for Adults and Youth
For support in development and implementation
of the “Native Wellness Leadership Institute”
June 7, 2000
Darlene Tooley – Certificate Occupancy
Specialist Public Housing
2001
Amerind Risk Management Corporation
NCIHA Outstanding Membership Award
2004
NCIHA Board of Commissioners
Darlene Tooley – Recognition of 25 years of service
February 4, 2004
House of Representatives
Remarks of Rep. Mike Thompson
Honoring NCIHA
February 14, 2004
US Department of HUD
Southwest Office of Native American Programs
25 Year Recognition
2005
Southwest Indian Housing Association
25 years of service in Housing in Indian Country
January 11, 2005
Southwest Indian Housing Association
For dedication and efforts to improve
housing conditions for Native Americans
March 6, 2005
Women Change America
22nd Annual Women’s History of Celebration
Darlene Tooley – For Community Contributions
April 26, 2005
Community Spirit Award
Recognition of Contribution to a
Drug and Alcohol-free event
June 16, 2005
US Department of HUD
Southwest Office of Native American Programs
Certificate of Achievement
May 4, 2006
First Nations Oweesta Corporation
Darlene Tooley – Recognition of “Building Native
Communities” and Financial Wellness for Families
February 14, 2019
Southwest Indian Housing Authorities Association
Recognition of 15 years of service to housing in Indian Country
Awards and Acknowledgements from 2010 and forward
2010
California Indian Manpower Consortium
30 year Membership Recognition
April 29, 2010
Screaming Eagle Award
Recognition of dedication and commitment to
provide foreclosure counseling for all borrowers
Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition
Outstanding and invaluable service to the community
City and County of San Francisco
Office of the Assessor-Recorder
Certificate of Honor
Honor to NCIHA for commitment to aid all residents in
obtaining access to foreclosure
February 8, 2014
Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition
Outstanding and invaluable service to the community
2014, 2015, 2016
Southwest Indian Housing Authorities Association
Recognition of outstanding participation, dedication
and support during program years
Energy Conservation Award
Darlene Tooley – Recognition of contribution
to the National Energy Conservation Effort
SWIHAA
Recognition of award received by your housing authority
from the Department of HUD for Sustained
Excellence under the ACA.
Berry Creek Rancheria
Darlene Tooley – Recognition of 35 years of Service
Proclamation of the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors
Darlene Tooley – Recognition of 35 years of Service
“The only way you can predict the future is to build it. So please join me this year in building the future of NCIHA.” – Alan Kay