National Indian Gaming Association

Organization Overview

National Indian Gaming Association is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1995. According to its NTEE Classification (A23) the organization is classified as: Cultural & Ethnic Awareness, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2021, National Indian Gaming Association employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. National Indian Gaming Association is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.

For the year ending 12/2021, National Indian Gaming Association generated $8.2m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $5.9m during the year ending 12/2021. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Since 2014, National Indian Gaming Association has awarded 16 individual grants totaling $156,657. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

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THE MISSION OF NIGA IS TO PROTECT AND PRESERVE THE GENERAL WELFARE OF TRIBES STRIVING FOR SELF-SUFFICIENCY THROUGH GAMING ENTERPRISES IN INDIAN COUNTRY. TO FULFILL ITS MISSION, NIGA WORKS WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AND CONGRESS TO DEVELOP SOUND POLICIES AND PRACTICES AND TO PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND ADVOCACY ON GAMING-RELATED ISSUES. IN ADDITION, NIGA SEEKS TO MAINTAIN AND PROTECT INDIAN SOVEREIGN GOVERNMENTAL AUTHORITY IN INDIAN COUNTRY.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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NIGA MONITORS FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITY AND POSTS THE INFORMATION ON THE WEBSITE TO KEEP MEMBERS ON TOP OF CURRENT LEGISLATION. NIGA OPERATES AS A CLEARINGHOUSE AND EDUCATIONAL, LEGISLATIVE AND PUBLIC POLICY RESOURCE FOR TRIBES, POLICYMAKERS AND THE PUBLIC ON INDIAN GAMING ISSUES AND TRIBAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.


NIGA HOSTS AN ANNUAL TRADE SHOW AND CONVENTION WHICH INCLUDES A MEMBERSHIP MEETING, WORKSHOPS, TRAINING, NETWORKING, ARTS & CRAFTS BOOTHS AND CULTURAL EVENTS. THE NIGA CONVENTION IS A MAJOR METHOD OF SUPPORT FOR THEIR ADVOCACY WORK


NIGA GATHERS INFORMATION ON GAMING-RELATED ISSUES, TRIBAL SOVEREIGNTY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN INDIAN COUNTRY AND MAKES IT AVAILABLE TO ITS MEMBERS IN PUBLICATIONS, VIDEOS, RECORDINGS AND ON THE INTERNET. NIGA PRODUCES LITERATURE FOR BROADCAST TO OTHER MEDIA SOURCES ON THESE SAME ISSUES. NIGA MAINTAINS A LIBRARY AND REFERENCE CENTER FOR USE BY ITS MEMBERS.


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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$1,749,700
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$160,180
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$1,909,880
Total Program Service Revenue$5,963,530
Investment income $0
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $14,288
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $8,172,394

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, National Indian Gaming Association has awarded $31,000 in support to 5 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

NEW MEXICO CHILDREN FOUNDATION

PURPOSE: SUPPORT OF MISSION

$10,000

AMERICAN INDIAN GRADUATE CENTER

Org PageRecipient Profile

Albuquerque, NM

PURPOSE: SUPPORT OF MISSION

$6,000

GOING GREEN WITH AC GREEN

PURPOSE: SUPPORT OF MISSION

$5,000

NATIONAL CENTER FOR AMERICAN ENT

PURPOSE: SUPPORT OF MISSION

$5,000

THE HISPANIC INSTITUTE

Org PageRecipient Profile

Washington, DC

PURPOSE: SUPPORT OF MISSION

$5,000
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Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that National Indian Gaming Association has recieved totaling $25,000.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
$25,000
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