The Arizona Indian Gaming Association was established in November 21, 1994, by Arizona tribal leaders. The Association is committed to advancing the lives of Indian peoples – economically, socially and politically – so Indian Tribes in Arizona can achieve their goal of self-reliance.
The Association is committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of Tribes striving for self-reliance by supporting tribal gaming enterprises on Arizona Indian lands. Speaking on behalf of its member Tribes with one, unified voice, AIGA serves as a clearinghouse and educational, legislative and public policy resource for Tribes, policymakers and the public on Indian gaming issues and tribal community development. This organization is deeply committed to maintaining and protecting Indian sovereign governmental authority.
AIGA serves as an educational, legislative and public policy resource for Tribes, policy makers, and the public on Indian gaming issues.
History of Tribal Gaming in Arizona
The history of Native American Gaming in Arizona and the progress we have made since the 1940's to present day.
Indian gaming has changed over the years. Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions that we receive.
For more than 21 years, shared revenues from Tribal Gaming have been invested in Arizona to improve education, health care, conservation and the economies of local communities throughout the state.
Arizona has more Tribal land than any other state in the U.S. Tribal lands comprise about 27% of Arizona's land base, or a total of more than 20 million acres.
Membership in the Arizona Indian Gaming Association connects you with this dynamic industry and positions you to do business with Arizona Tribes and Tribal enterprises.
Get the latest tribal news to see how tribal gaming is impacting tribes across Arizona.
Learn about the latest in AIGA News and the latest impact on legeslation as well as the changes in Tribal Gaming.
Phoenix (January 8, 2026) – The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced today$44,891,270 in tribal gaming contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the second quarter ofFiscal Year (FY)
Tribal Gaming Impact
$ 1 Billion
Education
$ 509 Million
Emergency Services & Trauma Care
$ 259 Million
Cities, Towns, Counties
$ 145 Million
Tourism
$ 145 Million
Wildlife Conservation
*Arizona Department of Gaming – Tribal contributions to the State (Arizona Benefits Fund) as of January, 2026.
