by AIGA | May 18, 2018 | Arizona Economy, Community, Education, impact and analysis
When many Arizonans think about Tribal Gaming, the first thing that comes to mind is the bustle of lights and excitement of the casino floors, or the variety of entertainment options at each casino. Though Tribal casinos have been a vital part of Arizona’s...
by AIGA | May 14, 2018 | Cocopah Indian Tribe, Community, Fort Yuma Quechan Tribe
On April 11, 2018, the Fort Yuma-Quechan and Cocopah Tribes celebrated the opening of the Ft Yuma Health Care Center, a much-needed outpatient health clinic that will serve both communities. More than 300 people attended the ribbon cutting ceremony. Among them were...
by AIGA | May 8, 2018 | Arizona Economy, Giving Back, impact and analysis
From the Arizona Department of Gaming: https://gaming.az.gov/news PHOENIX – Arizona Department of Gaming officials announced today that statewide tribal gaming contributions for fiscal year-to-date 2018 amounts to approximately $94 million. This figure reflects five...
by AIGA | Jul 14, 2017 | Uncategorized
The Tohono O’odham Tribal Nation announced that construction of a $400 million casino resort in Glendale, Arizona has begun. The expansion of the existing Desert Diamond casino will occupy over one million square-feet, including five restaurants and 75,000 square-feet...
by AIGA | Jul 10, 2017 | Community, Giving Back, Tohono O'odham
The Tohono O’odham Enterprise donated more than $128,000 to organizations serving the Tohono O’odham Nation. The funds were raised at the 14th annual Desert Diamond Casinos Golf Classic. The recipients are the Tohono O’odham Department of Health & Human...
by AIGA | May 25, 2017 | Community, Environment
The Grand Canyon is an integral part of Arizona’s culture and aesthetic, that becomes doubly true within Arizona Tribes, as many Tribes share a history and way of life with the land. Tribes like the Havasupai call areas of the Grand Canyon home to this day. ...
by AIGA | Nov 8, 2016 | Ak-Chin Indian Community, Arizona Economy, Cocopah Indian Tribe, Community, Culture and Arts, Education, Jobs
As Veterans Day fast approaches, many Americans take time to honor family and friends who have sacrificed so much to serve this country. In Tribal communities across the United States, veterans are honored for their bravery, their service, and for some, their...
by AIGA | Sep 23, 2016 | Ak-Chin Indian Community, Arizona Economy, Cocopah Indian Tribe, Community, Gila River Indian Community, Navajo Nation, Pascua Yaqui, San Carlos Apache, Tohono O'odham, White Mountain Apache, Yavapai-Apache Nation
America became an economic superpower in the wake of World War II and the 1950s witnessed a time of unprecedented growth and prosperity. Unfortunately, that economic growth was not felt everywhere in the country, as many Tribal communities were left out and/or...
by AIGA | Aug 24, 2016 | Ak-Chin Indian Community, Arizona Economy, Cocopah Indian Tribe, Community, Gila River Indian Community, Jobs, Navajo Nation, Pascua Yaqui, Salt River Pima, San Carlos Apache, Tohono O'odham, White Mountain Apache, Yavapai-Apache Nation
When you think of Tribal Gaming in Arizona, you probably think of large casinos, luxurious hotels, and exciting venues for concerts and events. However, what you may not know is how beneficial Tribal Gaming can be for those Tribes that do not own casinos. Many...
by AIGA | Nov 9, 2015 | Community, Culture and Arts, Giving Back, Native American Veterans, San Carlos Apache
The name, “Piestewa,” is well known in the State of Arizona. Piestewa Peak towers over the Valley of the Sun, Piestewa Freeway makes it quick to get from Downtown to North Phoenix, and thousands participate annually in the Piestewa National Native American Games. All...
