Spirit Lake Tribe
Overview
| Deal Type |
Commercial Lending |
|---|---|
| Size |
$60 Million Senior Secured Tax-Exempt Credit Facility (Secured by Health Services Revenues) |
| Client & Transactional Partners |
Spirit Lake Tribe |
| Our Role |
Sole Lender Structuring Agent |
Summary
On September 2, 2026, KeyBanc Capital Markets and Key Government Finance successfully closed the $60 million Senior Secured Tax-Exempt Credit Facility for Spirit Lake Tribe. The proceeds will be used to support the construction and development of the new Spirit Lake Health Center in North Dakota.
This transaction represents Key’s first financing for Spirit Lake Tribe and long-standing track record of tribal financings secured by health services revenues. Key was selected to serve as Sole Lender and Structuring Agent due to its healthcare financing experience and established expertise supporting Native American construction projects.
The new, visionary Spirit Lake Health Center will be a 60,000-square-foot facility located on tribal land in Saint Michael, North Dakota. The center will bring together primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, radiology, dialysis, and related services under one roof, significantly expanding capacity to support over 35,000 annual patient visits and serve more than 13,000 individuals, the majority of whom are low-income and Native American.
About Spirit Lake Tribe
Spirit Lake Tribe is a federally recognized Tribe located in Fort Totten, North Dakota, with over 7,900 enrolled members. The Tribe operates a diverse portfolio of enterprises, including Sioux Manufacturing Corporation, Spirit Lake Housing Corporation, Cankdeska Cikana Community College, Four Winds Community School, Tate Topa Elementary & Middle School, and Spirit Lake Casino & Resort. The various enterprises support the Tribe’s long-term vision of economic self-determination, community development, and enhanced quality of life for tribal members.
About Spirit Lake Tribe Healthcare
The Tribe has operated the existing Spirit Lake Health Center for over 50 years, providing essential healthcare services to the community. The proposed project will support the replacement of the existing facility to meet the growing demand for access to critical healthcare in one of North Dakota’s most under-resourced communities.
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