Phoenix (June 29, 2026) – The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced today $46,232,390 in tribal gaming contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. This represents an approximate 1.9 percent increase when compared to the same quarter of FY 2025.
“As we close out the fiscal year, the fourth quarter report of tribal gaming contributions underscores the vital role these funds continue to play in supporting programs and services that strengthen communities across Arizona,” said Jackie Johnson, Director of the ADG. “The latest contribution of $46.2 million will be instrumental in funding important priorities including public safety, education, wildlife conservation, and other crucial programs and services.”
The Arizona Benefits Fund receives 88 percent of tribal gaming contributions, providing significant dollars to support instructional improvement for schools, trauma and emergency care, tourism, and wildlife conservation throughout the state. For the FY 2026 period, tribal gaming contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund totalled $170,766,048.
Tribal gaming contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the fourth quarter of the State’s FY 2026 are distributed in alignment with the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact as follows:
| Instructional Improvement Fund/Education: | $25,287,379 |
| Trauma and Emergency Services Fund: | $11,521,112 |
| Arizona Department of Gaming operating costs: | $2,323,969 |
| Arizona Wildlife Conservation Fund: | $3,291,746 |
| Tourism Fund: | $3,291,746 |
| Problem Gambling Education, Treatment and Prevention: | $516,438 |
| TOTAL Tribal Gaming Contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund: | $46,232,390 |
Out of the total tribal gaming contributions, the remaining 12 percent 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 $2.58 billion. Currently, there are 26 Class III casinos in Arizona, which ADG regulates in partnership with Arizona tribes. For more information about tribal gaming, visit: gaming.az.gov/tribal-gaming-page.
About the Arizona Department of Gaming
Established by the Arizona State Legislature in 1995, the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) is the state regulatory agency for tribal gaming, event wagering & fantasy sports contests, racing and pari-mutuel/simulcast wagering, and unarmed combat sports. ADG also provides and supports education, prevention, and treatment programs for people and families affected by problem gambling through its Division of Problem Gambling and 24-hour confidential helpline, 1-800-NEXT STEP.
NOTE TO MEDIA: The Department and its Division of Problem Gambling encourage media partners to include supportive resources when reporting on gambling, event wagering, fantasy sports, or other wagering-related activities:
Problem Gambling Awareness
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, you can get help now by calling the confidential helpline at 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783), texting NEXTSTEP to 53342, or using the chat feature at problemgambling.az.gov. The helpline connects callers with statewide providers specializing in low and no-cost treatment for problem gambling and financial counseling. Help is available 24/7 for individuals, family members, friends, and co-workers.
Media Contact
Suzanne Trainor, Public Information Officer
602.890.0621 l strainor@azgaming.gov
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