All Washingtonians aspire to the same basic things - safe communities, excellent schools, decent jobs, clean air and water, good health and roads and transit that make travel easy. We want our kids to have more opportunities than were given to us. And we value a culture where neighbors help neighbors.
Washington's tribal government leaders are making investments to improve the lives of people on their reservations and throughout the state.
Tribal governments are investing in:
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Public safety - setting up police, fire and court services on reservations; and providing financial aid to city and county police/sheriff agencies and fire districts
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Education - building K-12 tribal schools and providing college scholarships; and giving grants to make up for budget cuts in public schools
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Jobs - investing in retail, tourism, entertainment and manufacturing projects to create jobs for all people, especially in rural communities.
This website shares information about how Washington State's 29 tribes are helping to build a future for everyone.
News:
January 27th, 2012 - The Washington Indian Gaming Association is now accepting applications for its 2012-2013 scholarship, with up to $60,000 being awarded for Native American students in Washington seeking to advance their personal and professional potential through higher education.
January 18th, 2012 - Jonathan B. Taylor, a nationally-known economist, presented findings on tribal reinvestment to the Washington House State Government & Tribal Affairs Committee. View presentation.
Tribal governments in Washington State...
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Employ more than 27,300 people statewide
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Pay more than $1.3 billion annually in employee wages and benefits
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Buy more than $2.4 billion annually in goods and services from private companies
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Generate more than $255 million annually in state and local taxes
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