AZ Indian Gaming

Did you know AZ Benefits Fund, #TribalGaming, dollars support wildlife conservation and environmental stewardship across Arizona? They help protect our land, water, and natural heritage for future generations. Don’t miss the Cocopah Earth Day Festival this weekend!

Can’t make the 3.24 virtual event? Join Indigi Girls in person instead on March 21 at 9 AM (lunch included!). AIGA encourages you to spread the word and support the next generation of Tribal leaders. Register via QR code or contact events@indigigirls.org

Don’t let your youth miss out! Have them register for Indigi Girls’ event, “Tribal Leaders, Present and Future,” to connect with women Tribal leaders, build confidence, and find their voice. March 24 | 4–6 PM (MST) Register via QR code or email events@indigigirls.org

AIGA enjoyed joining partners at the 18th Annual Symposium on Problem Gambling, hosted by @Azgaming. Important convos on prevention, education & support reinforce our commitment to responsible gaming. Thank you to all who made it impactful!

AIGA congratulates Jason Coochwytewa (Isleta Pueblo–Hopi) of @UriasComm on being named one of @InBusinessPHX “16 Top Leaders of 2025”! His leadership and commitment to uplifting Tribal communities continue to make a powerful impact across Arizona. bit.ly/3Y5fDti

AIGA congratulates the Pascua Yaqui Tribe on today’s historic announcement! Their $60M+ naming-rights partnership with UofA — creating Casino Del Sol Stadium — is a milestone for tribal enterprise and regional collaboration. Read more: bit.ly/3XzldUB

Congrats to Sunrise Park Resort, owned and operated by the White Mountain Apache Tribe, for being #10 of the Top 20 Best U.S. Ski Destinations for 2026! A shining example of how Tribal enterprises elevate Arizona’s adventure and hospitality industries. bit.ly/4oEUvWe

Your state of mind matters when you play. This Responsible Gaming Education Month, AIGA wants to keep the game fun. Play in a good mood, not to escape stress or negative emotions.

During Responsible Gaming Education Month, AIGA reminds you that whether you’re up or down, making intentional choices keeps the game fun. Set limits on time and budget. Think you know how to play smart?

Join us Sat., Sept. 13, as the Pascua Yaqui Tribe celebrates 47 years of Federal Recognition—a milestone of sovereignty, resilience & cultural pride. AIGA is honored to stand with the Tribe and invites the community to take part.

Want to be part of the game by wagering on your favorite team? As part of Responsible Gaming Education Month, AIGA encourages you to play smart and #HaveAGamePlan. Set and stick to a budget, keep it social, know the odds.

September is Responsible Gaming Education Month. AIGA supports gaming education. Playing smart keeps gaming fun. Learn the rules. Understand the odds. Bet with intention. When you know the game, you’re in control.

Tribal gaming continues to deliver for Arizona! $45.4M was contributed to the AZ Benefits Fund in Q4 FY25—a 4% increase over last year. Funds support education, emergency services, conservation & more. Read the full release here: bit.ly/4lyLyfH

This week, Tribal Leaders and Tribal Gaming management came together for the First Things First Tribal Child Care Forum. Attendees discussed the child care challenges impacting the gaming industry in Tribal communities. AIGA is proud to be part of this important conversation.

The San Carlos Apache Tribe has generously gifted a beautiful 40-ft ponderosa pine to serve as Arizona’s official Capitol Christmas Tree this holiday season. The tree lighting will take place on Dec. 2 at the Capitol Rotunda. bit.ly/4g7tjLo

AIGA congratulates the White Mountain Apache Tribe on breaking ground for the Whiteriver Service Station Project in downtown Whiteriver! This development is a crucial part of the Tribal Council’s ongoing efforts to revitalize the community.

Today, the San Carlos Apache Tribe declared a state of emergency as a wildfire continues to burn over a thousand acres in eastern Arizona. Chairman Robert Miguel of the Arizona Indian Gaming Association offered the following statement regarding its overwhelming impact:

Happy Fourth of July from the Arizona Indian Gaming Association! May your day be filled with laughter, joy, and the spirit of freedom.

Arizona Indian Gaming Association and Arizonans for Tribal Government Gaming are deeply saddened by the loss of Irwin Twist, a dedicated councilman of the Cocopah Indian Tribe, who recently passed away. Our condolences and prayers go out to his loved ones and the Cocopah Tribe.

AIGA attended the Washington Indian Gaming Association’s Conference & Expo at the Tulalip Casino Resort in Tulalip, WA. Congratulations to WIGA on 25 years of work that continues to make an impact for all Tribal Nations in Washington and across Indian Country!