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The Native American communities of the United States have been a fundamental part of the country’s culture, history, and economy. Throughout the years, many of these tribes have amassed significant wealth and prosperity, mainly through land development, tourism, casino gambling, and other successful business ventures.
This has not been the case for all of the tribes in North America. Many still struggle.
1. Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is the wealthiest Native American tribe, with a total wealth amounting to $2.7 billion.
According to court records, each adult receives a monthly payment of approximately $84,000, or $1.08 million annually. There are 480 members in total. It is a sovereign and federally recognized tribe located southwest of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, within parts of Shakopee and Prior Lake in Scott County, Minnesota.
The main sources of income of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community are gambling and resorts. It boasts two casinos that attract thousands of gamblers from all over the state. The Little Six Casino and Mystic Lake Casino both account for $1.4 billion of the gambling profits in Minnesota.
2. Navajo Nation
It is the second richest Native American tribe, with a net worth of $2.5 billion. The tribe’s wealth mainly comes from natural resources, including oil, coal, and gas. It also has a substantial part in the casino industry, generating income in hundreds of millions. The tribe has a land base of 27,000 sq. miles and extends into the States of New Mexico, Arizona, and New Mexico.
3. Coeur d’Alene
The word ‘Coeur d’Alene’ translates to “heart of an owl,” a name given to the tribe in the 18th century by French traders.
It has a total wealth of around $2.27 billion, and its primary sources of wealth include investments in a wide range of industries. These include technological products, resorts, and casinos.
4. Gila River Indian Community
The Gila River Indian Community is located in the state of Arizona. And mainly generates its money from resorts and casinos. With a whopping net worth of $2.15 billion, the Gila River Indian Community operates eleven casinos and numerous other businesses. It has approximately 21,300 enrolled members, and the Community is home to two tribes – the Pee Posh and Akimel O’odham.
5. Oneida Nation
The Oneida Nation is between Outagamie and Brown Counties and spans 65,400 acres. It is the 5th largest employer in Brown County and 14th largest in Outagamie County, employing around 3,085 people.
The tribe has a total net worth of $1 billion and has successfully and communally established various casinos, tobacco production, convenience stores, and resorts, serving as its primary income sources.
As we explore the stories of wealth and heritage within these tribes, it’s important to honor and reflect on the cultural richness of Native communities. Our Native Tribes of North America, Central America, and the Caribbean poster serves as a visual tribute, highlighting the diverse and vibrant history of these tribes, making it a perfect addition to any space dedicated to Native American culture.
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They (tribes) rose up like a Phoenix, and after what so many of OUR native Americans went through, the loss of land, starvation, death to families. Shame on Andrew Jackson. Thousands died just in the Cherokee Nation. Wonderful knowing that many are successful! 👍
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I was wondering the success of the Florida Seminoles. The own the hardrock guitar casino in Hollywood FL. I had grown close to a few I have became friends with while living in South Fl. Both lived on the reservation, which was beautiful with a lot of natural FL land that looked like a tropical safari left untouched. I respect the US native tribes for their resilience yet I wish there was so much more to do to build those in severe poverty up. Each state should try and find investment for every tribe, the younger future needs hope as it become less about native tradition and pride and more about poverty and struggle. We must encourage growth and investment rather than tiny bits of money that keep marginalized in poverty for generations. We know this does not work now, the American identity and the USA will only be respected if we treat those here first as a prioritized group, not to virtue signal but with commitment to growth for the future. Children will not pull themselves out of poverty in a system built proven to keep them down.
Très heureux de voir que ces amérindiens au passé chargé de nombreux massacres aient pu parvenir à trouver un équilibre de vie dans un monde qui ne voulait pas les reconnaître dans leurs cultures et leurs croyances 👏👏👏l’histoire leur rend leur dignité mais hélas pas pour tous .
We can always help our native American folks. They have schools that educate the native children. Forget your faith and help by the schools needs, food and shelter are primary. The staff has needed funds to be there for support. As an Anglo, my ancestors took without caring. Now it’s my turn for support.