30 Native American-Owned Businesses to Support Right Now

30 Native-Owned Businesses to Shop in 2026

Looking for Native-owned businesses to shop in 2026? This guide brings together 30 businesses offering clothing, skincare, coffee, food, art, books and more, with links to their official shops or subscription pages.

The list includes Native American and Alaska Native entrepreneurs, First Nations businesses in Canada, and enterprises owned by Tribal Nations. Each has its own products, community connections and approach to business. Use the categories below to find something you need and learn who is behind it.

Shop by category: Beauty, skincare and hair care · Clothing, fashion and accessories · Blankets, art, home goods and craft supplies · Food, coffee and pantry gifts · Books and magazines

Buying from a Native-owned company and buying an item made by a particular Native artist are different questions. A retailer may stock several makers, and an artist may collaborate with several brands. Look for both the business’s ownership information and the product’s creator credits.

Beauty, skincare and hair care

1. Cheekbone Beauty

Ownership: Indigenous-owned; founded by Jenn Harper.

Shop for: Lipstick, lip gloss and color cosmetics. This Canadian cosmetics brand offers products for lips, eyes and face, with individual shades and makeup kits. Its founder’s story explains the company’s emphasis on Indigenous representation. Use the shade descriptions and product details to choose a single item or build a routine.

Shop Cheekbone Beauty · Ownership and brand story

2. Bison Star Naturals

Ownership: Co-owned by Angelo McHorse, a Taos Pueblo member, and his wife, Jacquelene.

Shop for: Soap, lotion and lip balm. The McHorse family’s Taos, New Mexico, business makes everyday body-care products. Its shop is a useful starting point for someone who wants a practical gift or a replacement for a regularly used household item. The founders’ page clearly distinguishes Angelo’s Tribal affiliation from Jacquelene’s background.

Shop Bison Star Naturals · Ownership and brand story

3. Sequoia

Ownership: Indigenous women-owned; founder Michaelee Lazore is Mohawk and Northern Paiute.

Shop for: Soaps, candles and body-care gift sets. Also known as Sequoia Soaps, this brand offers individual bath products and coordinated gift sets. Lazore identifies her Mohawk community as Akwesáhsne. Read the maker’s account alongside the product descriptions for the specific cultural references behind the designs and scents.

Shop Sequoia · Ownership and brand story

4. Sister Sky

Ownership: Owned by sisters Monica Simeon and Marina TurningRobe, who identify their Spokane and Pauquachin affiliations.

Shop for: MinkiSoft shampoo, conditioner and styling products. Sister Sky’s current range centers on hair care, including shampoo, conditioner, detangling spray and serum. This is a better description of the business today than the older listing of body care and home goods. Compare the individual products with the bundled hair-care options.

Shop Sister Sky · Ownership and brand story

5. Sḵwálwen Botanicals

Ownership: Indigenous skincare business founded by Squamish ethnobotanist Dr. Leigh Joseph.

Shop for: Facial care, body care and gift sets. Based in Squamish, British Columbia, Sḵwálwen connects its formulations and product names with Squamish plant knowledge. The store organizes products by category and offers sets as well as individual items. Read ingredient lists and the brand’s sourcing explanation when comparing products.

Shop Sḵwálwen Botanicals · Ownership and brand story

6. Satya Organic

Ownership: Founded and led by Patrice Mousseau, a member of Fort William First Nation.

Shop for: Skincare sticks, jars and refill pouches. Satya’s compact product range includes topical skincare in several packaging formats. Its official store is useful for comparing full-size products, portable sticks and refills. The Business Development Bank of Canada profiled Mousseau and the operating business in February 2026.

Shop Satya Organic · BDC’s 2026 founder profile

Clothing, fashion and accessories

7. Ginew

Ownership: Family-owned by Erik Brodt, Ojibwe, and Amanda Bruegl, Oneida and Stockbridge-Munsee.

Shop for: Denim, jackets and workwear. Ginew combines denim and other workwear with design details connected to its founders’ families and communities. Browse jeans, outerwear and accessories, and use the garment measurements before ordering. Its founders’ account provides context for the brand’s materials and designs.

Shop Ginew · Ownership and brand story

8. Urban Native Era

Ownership: Indigenous brand founded by Joey Montoya, Lipan Apache.

Shop for: Caps, T-shirts and casual apparel. Urban Native Era is known for its “You Are On Native Land” message. Montoya’s public biography identifies him as Lipan Apache, correcting the previous guide’s Dinétah label. The brand offers an accessible entry point for shoppers looking for everyday streetwear and headwear.

Shop Urban Native Era · Ownership and brand story

9. B.YELLOWTAIL

Ownership: Native woman-owned; founder Bethany Yellowtail is a Northern Cheyenne citizen with Crow roots.

Shop for: Dresses, apparel, scarves and jewelry. B.YELLOWTAIL offers contemporary fashion across clothing and accessories. Its founder identifies both her Northern Cheyenne citizenship and her roots in the Mighty Few District of the Crow Nation. Browse by product category, then check the materials and sizing for the particular design.

Shop B.YELLOWTAIL · Ownership and brand story

10. OXDX Clothing

Ownership: Diné-owned; founded by artist Jared Kee Yazzie.

Shop for: Graphic apparel and limited fashion collections. OXDX operates from Tempe, Arizona, and uses graphics and clothing to address Indigenous stories and issues. The site includes everyday apparel alongside more limited designs. Check whether the item is a standard release or a one-of-a-kind piece before choosing a size.

Shop OXDX Clothing · Ownership and brand story

11. 4KINSHIP

Ownership: Diné woman-owned; led by Amy Denet Deal.

Shop for: Upcycled clothing, artwear and accessories. This Santa Fe business sells upcycled garments and work by other artists. Its changing assortment makes it useful for shoppers looking for distinctive pieces rather than a uniform range of sizes. Read the measurements and condition notes on vintage and altered items.

Shop 4KINSHIP · Ownership and brand story

12. SECTION 35

Ownership: Indigenous-owned; founded by Justin Jacob Louis of the Samson Cree Nation.

Shop for: Hoodies, shirts, outerwear and headwear. SECTION 35 offers streetwear through an online store and identifies its founder’s community as Nipisihkopahk on Treaty 6 Territory. Its collections span several clothing categories, so it is a useful option for shoppers seeking a broader wardrobe selection rather than a single statement T-shirt.

Shop SECTION 35 · Ownership and brand story

13. The NTVS

Ownership: Native-owned clothing brand.

Shop for: Graphic T-shirts, hoodies and hats. The NTVS describes its beginnings at powwow vendor tables and its development into a streetwear business. Its shop includes graphic clothing and artist collaborations. Read the individual design credits; a collaborating artist’s Nation should not automatically be treated as the ownership affiliation of the whole company.

Shop The NTVS · Ownership and brand story

14. Beyond Buckskin Boutique

Ownership: Owned and operated by Jessica R. Metcalfe, Turtle Mountain Chippewa.

Shop for: Jewelry, apparel and accessories from Native designers. Beyond Buckskin combines a boutique with writing about Native fashion and design. Go directly to the boutique for purchases, then use the product credits to learn about individual makers. Metcalfe’s own work and the designers stocked by the store represent different creative practices and affiliations.

Shop Beyond Buckskin Boutique · Ownership and brand story

Blankets, art, home goods and craft supplies

15. Eighth Generation

Ownership: Owned by the Snoqualmie Tribe.

Shop for: Wool blankets, jewelry and gifts. This Seattle-based business works with Native artists on blankets and other products. Browse by the item you need, then read the credited artist’s story. A blanket can be a substantial gift, so compare dimensions, fiber content and care instructions before ordering.

Shop Eighth Generation · Ownership and brand story

16. Teton Trade Cloth by Lenape

Ownership: Owned and operated by the Delaware Tribe of Indians.

Shop for: Trade cloth, cotton fabric, beads and sewing supplies. Teton Trade Cloth is especially useful for shoppers who make their own clothing and other projects. Its current name and ownership should appear together: Teton Trade Cloth by Lenape. Check fabric width, quantity units and individual artist credits when planning a purchase.

Shop Teton Trade Cloth by Lenape · Ownership and brand story

17. Trickster Company

Ownership: Indigenous-owned; founded by siblings Rico and Crystal Worl.

Shop for: Art prints, jewelry, stationery and home accessories. Trickster Company brings Northwest Coast design into everyday objects as well as fine art. Its product categories make it easy to compare a small paper gift with jewelry or a print. Follow the artists’ links for more about the work behind the designs.

Shop Trickster Company · Ownership and brand story

18. Northwest Native Expressions

Ownership: An enterprise of the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe.

Shop for: Native art, jewelry, books and gifts. The Tribe lists this gallery and online shop among its enterprises. It carries work from multiple artists, so read each listing for the maker, medium and attribution. The business also has a physical gallery near Sequim, Washington; confirm visiting hours before making a trip.

Shop Northwest Native Expressions · Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe’s enterprise listing

Food, coffee and pantry gifts

19. Sakari Farms

Ownership: Native woman-owned; owner Spring Alaska Schreiner identifies as Iñupiaq.

Shop for: Hot sauces, teas and dry goods. Sakari Farms operates near Bend, Oregon, with food products and a Native commercial kitchen. Its current shop groups offerings such as hot sauces and dry goods. Schreiner’s public biography corrects the earlier guide’s Wabanaki attribution. Check the current assortment because farm products and small batches can vary.

Shop Sakari Farms · Ownership and brand story

20. Red Lake Nation Foods

Ownership: A Red Lake Nation business.

Shop for: Wild rice, mixes, jellies and pantry gifts. Red Lake Nation Foods now directs online shoppers to Nawapo, its preferred online retailer. Choose rice by the product description: cultivated wild rice and lake-harvested rice are different offerings. Do not assume every product sold through the broader marketplace is made by the same producer.

Shop Red Lake products at Nawapo · Official online-retailer update

21. Birch Bark Coffee Company

Ownership: First Nations-owned; founded by Mark Marsolais-Nahwegahbow of Whitefish River First Nation.

Shop for: Coffee blends, brewing gear and gift cards. This Canadian company offers roasted coffee and identifies its founder as Ojibwe. Read the blend and grind options to match the recipient’s brewing method. The brand also publishes information about its foundation and community work for shoppers who want to understand that part of the business.

Shop Birch Bark Coffee Company · Ownership and brand story

22. Bedré Fine Chocolate

Ownership: Owned by the Chickasaw Nation.

Shop for: Chocolate bars, chocolate-covered snacks and gift boxes. Bedré is an Oklahoma chocolate business purchased by the Chickasaw Nation in 2000. Its online store includes individual treats and gift assortments. For a delivery gift, review the current shipping instructions and ingredient information before selecting an assortment.

Shop Bedré Fine Chocolate · Ownership and brand story

23. Wabanaki Maple

Ownership: Indigenous woman-owned; founded by Jolene Johnson of Neqotkuk, or Tobique First Nation.

Shop for: Maple syrup, including barrel-aged varieties. Wabanaki Maple offers traditional maple syrup alongside barrel-aged versions. Compare the flavor descriptions if you are buying for someone who enjoys cooking or tasting different syrups. The founder’s account connects the business with her Wolastoqiyik identity and community in New Brunswick.

Shop Wabanaki Maple · Ownership and brand story

24. Ioway Bee Farm

Ownership: Owned and operated by the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska.

Shop for: Honey, beeswax candles and gift baskets. Ioway Bee Farm offers both pantry products and beeswax-based goods. Its official account describes a Tribal business established in 2017. Start with raw or creamed honey for a food gift, or compare candle shapes and sizes for a home gift.

Shop Ioway Bee Farm · Ownership and brand story

25. Tocabe

Ownership: Native-owned food business co-founded by Ben Jacobs, Osage, and Matt Chandra.

Shop for: Pantry ingredients online; prepared food in Denver. Tocabe combines an American Indian restaurant with an Indigenous food marketplace. The shop brings together products from different producers, including beans, rice, mixes and sauces. Read the producer information on each item; for a local meal or catering, use the restaurant’s separate ordering options.

Shop Tocabe · Ownership and brand story

Founder background: Bon Appétit’s interview with Ben Jacobs and Matt Chandra.

26. Séka Hills

Ownership: Owned by the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation.

Shop for: Olive oil, honey, nuts and food gifts. Séka Hills sells agricultural products connected to the Tribe’s Capay Valley homeland in California. Pantry items provide a starting point for home cooks, while tasting-room visits offer another way to purchase. Browse the current store selection and confirm delivery options for the products you choose.

Shop Séka Hills · Ownership and brand story

27. Ramona Farms

Ownership: Akimel O’odham family business.

Shop for: Tepary beans, corn products, pinole and wheat products. Ramona’s American Indian Foods sells the Ramona Farms range from Sacaton, Arizona. Its own account connects the business with Akimel O’odham food traditions. These products are sold for eating, not as planting seed. The store’s recipes can help a first-time buyer decide how to use them.

Shop Ramona Farms · Ownership and brand story

28. Passamaquoddy Maple

Ownership: Tribally owned by the Passamaquoddy people.

Shop for: Maple syrup, maple sugar and gifts. This Maine business identifies itself as fully Tribally owned. The store offers several syrup bottle formats and other maple products. A smaller bottle can work as a pantry gift, while a larger format suits regular use; availability varies by product and size.

Shop Passamaquoddy Maple · Ownership and brand story

Books and magazines

29. Birchbark Books

Ownership: Owned by Louise Erdrich, an enrolled Turtle Mountain Chippewa member.

Shop for: Native literature, children’s books and bookstore gifts. This independent Minneapolis bookstore serves readers locally and online. Its selection includes books for adults and children, with a strong focus on Indigenous writers. Browse its recommendations or ask about a special order when you are looking for a particular author, subject or age group.

Shop Birchbark Books · Ownership and brand story

30. Native Max Magazine

Ownership: Indigenous-owned media business founded by Kelly Holmes, Cheyenne River Lakota.

Shop for: Digital magazine access. Native Max covers Indigenous fashion, culture and creative work. Its current digital-access page provides subscription options, making this a way to support a Native media business without buying a physical product. Read the plan’s billing and access details before subscribing.

View digital subscriptions · Ownership and brand story

How to check Native ownership before you buy

Start with an identifiable owner, artist or Tribal enterprise. A product name, a land acknowledgment or a statement that a company supports Native causes does not establish who owns the business.

  • Read the ownership or founder page. Look for named people and specific communities, rather than a generic claim of Native inspiration.
  • Check the individual product. For art and craft purchases, ask who made it and how the seller describes that maker’s Tribal affiliation.
  • Keep the details. The Indian Arts and Crafts Board’s consumer tips recommend written verification of authenticity and a receipt recording the maker and Tribal affiliation.
  • Compare the practical terms. Check materials, size, processing time, returns, shipping destination and currency. Canadian and U.S. stores may have different delivery options.

For more art and craft businesses, use the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Indian Arts and Crafts Board Source Directory. Treat directories as a starting point and check the seller’s current website before ordering.

Frequently asked questions

Can non-Native people buy from Native-owned businesses?

Yes. These businesses offer goods or subscriptions to the public. Follow the maker’s guidance about the item and its intended use, and credit the designer when sharing their work. Trickster Company, for example, explicitly discusses creating products that non-Native customers can wear and appreciate through cultural exchange in its public brand statement.

Does Native-owned mean every product is handmade?

No. Ownership, design and manufacturing describe different things. A Native-owned company may offer handmade work, manufactured clothing, food, books by multiple authors or products from several suppliers. Check each listing rather than applying one description to an entire store.

Are all these businesses based in the United States?

No. This guide includes businesses in the United States and Canada. Native American, Alaska Native and First Nations identities are not interchangeable. Where a source provides a specific affiliation, the listing identifies it rather than assigning one general Tribal label.

Do all 30 businesses ship internationally?

Shipping availability differs by business and product. Check the destination, currency, delivery estimate and final shipping charges on the seller’s site. Native Max’s listing is for digital access, while some food businesses also offer local purchases or restaurant service.

Support Native businesses throughout the year

Choose a purchase you will use: restock coffee or soap, buy a book, order a gift or subscribe to a publication. Buy through the business’s official channel, allow time for small-batch production, and recommend the maker by name when you share a good experience.

Updated September 13, 2026.

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