PHOENIX, AZ – The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) has announced $33,413,604 in tribal gaming contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the third quarter of fiscal year (FY) 2026. This represents an approximate 8.3% increase when compared to the same quarter of FY 2025.
“Tribal gaming contributions provide critical support for state and local initiatives that help keep communities across Arizona safe, strong, and thriving,” said Jackie Johnson, Director of the ADG. “With $33.4 million contributed in the latest period, the Department continues to be a steward of these funds that support emergency services, education, wildlife conservation, and more.”
The Arizona Benefits Fund receives 88% of tribal gaming contributions, providing significant dollars to support instructional improvement for schools, trauma and emergency care, tourism, and wildlife conservation throughout the state.
Tribal gaming contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the third quarter of the state’s FY 2026 are as follows:
- Instructional Improvement Fund/Education – $16,653,340
- Trauma and Emergency Services Fund – $8,326,670
- Arizona Department of Gaming Operating Costs – $3,007,224
- Arizona Wildlife Conservation Fund – $2,379,049
- Tourism Fund – $2,379,049
- Problem Gambling Education, Treatment and Prevention – $668,272
Total: Tribal Gaming Contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund – $33,413,604
Per the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact, the remaining 12% is distributed by the tribes to the cities, towns, and counties of their choosing for community services and public safety programs for local governments. Since FY 2004, cumulative contributions have totaled approximately $2.5 billion, benefiting both the state and its cities, towns, and counties.
Currently, there are 26 Class III casinos in Arizona, which ADG regulates in partnership with Arizona tribes.
