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Our Mission

Belay Empire's mission is to provide Biblically inspired loans to Indigenous Peoples, minorities, and private individuals while adhering to negotiable, lawful, ethical, and fair lending practices that are free from usury. Transparency is at the core of Belay Empire; we are steadfast and unmovable in our dedication to honoring ancestral treaties, preserving cultural heritage, respecting customs, upholding religious values, and fulfilling our social responsibilities. By addressing the institutional barriers within the U.S. banking system, we aim for economic inclusion by enhancing access to capital, making it more accessible to those who have historically been underserved. 

Loan Description

By this, Public Law 97-280 97th Congress October 4, 1982.

The "Biblical Loan" is a unique loan that aligns with the principles outlined in Biblical text about borrowing and lending. It aims to provide financial assistance to private individuals and Indigenous Peoples in need without expecting anything extra in return. The loan is driven by the spirit of generosity and seeks to fulfill the Creator’s call to help those in need, those fulfilling their life purpose, and those who wish to do good works.

Loan Structure

1. Eligibility: 

The loan will be available to private individuals and Indigenous Peoples who can demonstrate a genuine need for financial assistance or to fulfill their life purpose.

2. Loan Amount: 

The loan will provide a credit line with a predetermined amount of 5,000 and up. The loan amount will be determined based on the borrower's specific circumstances, considering the extent of their need and the ability to repay.

3. Interest: 

Belay Empire will not charge any interest on the "Biblical Loan" amount. The borrower will only be required to repay the principal amount borrowed.

4. Essential Donations: 

As part of our commitment to giving back to Indigenous Peoples, and the cost of operations Belay Empire has an essential 10% donation needed from the overall negotiable instrument amount on every negotiable instrument Belay Empire processes. This contribution will be allocated to employee compensation, meeting the financial needs of our business operations, strategic investments, and supporting social causes; and initiatives aimed at promoting financial inclusion and empowerment for private individuals and Indigenous Peoples.

5. Repayment Terms: 

The repayment terms will be flexible, taking into account the borrower's financial situation. The borrower will have the freedom to repay the loan at their own pace, without the pressure of strict deadlines.

6. No Collateral: 

The loan will not require any collateral. It will be based on good faith, trust, and mutual understanding between Belay Empire and the borrower.

7. Support and Guidance: 

Belay Empire Indigenous Private Bankers will provide support and guidance to borrowers, assisting them in managing their finances effectively and developing a plan for debt repayment.

8. Loan Application: 

Borrowers will be required to submit an application outlining their circumstances, financial need, and repayment plan. This process will include a review by a Belay Empire Indigenous Private Banker to ensure alignment with the loan's principles.

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Mailing Location

Attention: BELAY EMPIRE

℅ 3020 Bernal Ave Suite 110 #2133

Non-domestic Pleasanton,

California Republic [94566]

G-IPMN Code: GIPMN-NA-93684402

BELAY EMPIRE — BANK & REGULATOR DISCLOSURE FOOTER

 

Belay Empire is an unincorporated Indigenous Peoples Financial Institution via 508(c)(1)(a) religious and Indigenous Peoples organization, operating for the purpose of economic inclusion and self-determination, including the lawful settlement of private obligations, trade, and commerce for Indigenous Peoples and aligned parties.

 

Belay Empire issues issuer-funded negotiable instruments payable on demand, including Bills of Exchange and Promissory Notes, solely for the settlement of private obligations, purchases, and contracts. Each such instrument represents a present, unconditional obligation of the issuer, is credited at issuance on the Belay Empire internal settlement ledger, and is recorded for verification, timestamping, and audit within G-IPMN. Settlement is completed upon issuance and acceptance of the instrument according to its terms; no external bank transfer is required to effect settlement within the Belay Empire system.

 

By this, any interaction with a depository institution is voluntary and limited solely to conversion of already-settled value into bank-based money at the holder’s election and subject to bank policy. Depository institutions are not drawees, guarantors, or settlement authorities for Belay Empire instruments and do not create, validate, or complete settlement within this framework.

 

Belay Empire does not issue currency, legal tender, or bank instruments, and does not issue cashier’s checks (which are bank-only instruments). Where appropriate for institutional counterparties, Belay Empire may issue Letters of Credit / Standby Letters of Credit as conditional documentary undertakings governed by UCC Article 5; such instruments do not carry value at issuance and are payable only upon a complying documentary presentation.

Governing Commercial Law

 

Belay Empire’s negotiable instruments and settlement processes are governed by state-enacted Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) Articles 1 and 3, including but not limited to:

  • UCC § 1-201(b)(24) — Value

  • UCC § 1-304 — Good Faith

  • UCC § 3-104 — Negotiable Instruments

  • UCC § 3-412 — Obligation of Issuer

  • UCC § 3-501 — Presentment

  • UCC § 3-602 — Discharge by Payment

 

Where banks elect to participate solely for conversion purposes, UCC Article 4 applies, including:

  • UCC §§ 4-201, 4-202, 4-103 — Bank as agent; ordinary care; variation by agreement

 

Letters of Credit / Standby Letters of Credit, if issued, are governed by UCC Article 5 (including UCC §§ 5-102, 5-108) and applicable international rules if incorporated (e.g., ISP98 / UCP 600).

Indigenous Peoples’ Rights & Authority

 

Belay Empire operates consistent with Indigenous Peoples’ rights to economic self-determination, as recognized under:

  • United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) — Articles 3, 4, and 20

  • United States recognition of international human-rights principles as persuasive authority in domestic policy (e.g., Public Law 97-280)

 

These principles inform Belay Empire’s purpose and governance, while domestic commercial activity remains governed by state-adopted UCC provisions.

Important Clarifications

  • Belay Empire instruments are private commercial instruments, not bank money.

  • Acceptance completes settlement; bank processing, if any, is conversion-only.

  • Banks may decline conversion pursuant to policy; refusal does not invalidate settlement.

  • If conversion is refused, instruments must be returned promptly and intact in accordance with applicable law and instrument terms.

 

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This footer is provided for informational and compliance purposes only and does not constitute legal advice to any third party.

Investment Products are:

  • Not Insured by Belay Empire or Any Federal Government Agency

  • Not a Deposit or Other Obligation of, or Guaranteed by, this Indigenous Peoples Financial Institution or Any Bank Affiliate

  • Subject to Investment Risks, Including Possible Loss of the Principal Amount Invested

BY THIS, BELAY EMPIRE EXISTS AS AN INDEPENDENT PRIVATE UNINCORPORATED INDIGENOUS PEOPLES FINANCIAL INSTITUTION.

Belay Empire are proud Non-FDIC Members

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