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TRIBES · SACATON, ARIZONASACATON, AZ

Gila River Indian Community

Every Gila River Indian Community program in Okla’s catalog, in one place. 21 serve the GRIC Reservation (2 Counties, Arizona). 10 are open to citizens of other tribes too.

34 programs across 14 categories.

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Education

5 PROGRAMS
Adult Education and GED Program GED preparation and completion support for GRIC-enrolled adults. Citizens onlyOn reservation Citizens only · On reservation ASU Rise Up Scholarship A 20% tuition scholarship to Arizona State University Online for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs. Citizens onlyNationwide Citizens only · Nationwide El Paso Natural Gas Scholarship Scholarship for GRIC-enrolled high school students attending private or preparatory schools, college-bound programs, or summer programs. Citizens onlyNationwide Citizens only · Nationwide GRIC Higher Education Scholarship Program Financial assistance for GRIC-enrolled members attending accredited colleges, universities, or approved vocational schools. Citizens onlyNationwide Citizens only · Nationwide Honeywell Scholarship Scholarship for GRIC-enrolled community members in high school who are engaged in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) activities and… Citizens onlyNationwide Citizens only · Nationwide

Housing

4 PROGRAMS
GRIC Public Rental Housing Federally funded low-rent rental housing for enrolled GRIC members on the reservation. Citizens onlyOn reservation Citizens only · On reservation New Home Construction Program (RHIP/NAHASDA) New home construction on the GRIC reservation funded by the tribal Reservation Housing Improvement Program (RHIP) and federal NAHASDA sources. Citizens onlyOn reservation Citizens only · On reservation On Eagles Wings Domestic Violence Shelter Emergency safe housing (24/7, 365 days) for female adult survivors of domestic violence, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and… Open to allOn reservation Open to all · On reservation Urban Rental Assistance Program (URAP) Rental subsidy up to $400 per month for enrolled GRIC members renting off the reservation. Citizens onlyStatewide Citizens only · Statewide

Financial Assistance

4 PROGRAMS
Burial Assistance Financial assistance up to $500 for burial expenses for enrolled GRIC members. Citizens onlyNationwide Citizens only · Nationwide District Assistance Program (DAP) Short-term financial support for basic needs including food, shelter, clothing, and household items for GRIC-enrolled members residing on the… Citizens onlyOn reservation Citizens only · On reservation Gila River Urban Members Association — Utility and Financial Assistance Utility bill assistance up to $500 per year (maximum $250 every other month) for GRIC-enrolled members living off the reservation. Citizens onlyStatewide Citizens only · Statewide Temporary Emergency Relief Program (TERP) Temporary financial relief for GRIC-enrolled members experiencing unexpected hardship from illness, injury, natural disaster, or other emergencies. Citizens onlyStatewide Citizens only · Statewide

Medical

3 PROGRAMS
Gila River Health Care — Optometry and Vision Care Vision exams and eye care services for eligible tribal members at GRHC facilities on the Gila River reservation. IHS-eligibleOn reservation IHS-eligible · On reservation Gila River Health Care — Primary and Specialty Care Comprehensive primary and specialty care for IHS-eligible tribal members. IHS-eligibleOn reservation IHS-eligible · On reservation Gila River Health Care — Purchased and Referred Care (PRC) Coordinates and pays for specialist care outside GRHC facilities for GRIC-enrolled members with active Contract Health Services eligibility. Citizens onlyOn reservation Citizens only · On reservation

Employment

3 PROGRAMS
Employment and Training — Adult Program (WIOA) WIOA-funded employment and training for unemployed or underemployed Native Americans. CDIB holdersIncome based CDIB holders · Income based Employment and Training — Youth Program (WIOA) WIOA-funded workforce program for Native American youth ages 14–24 on or near the GRIC reservation. CDIB holdersIncome based CDIB holders · Income based TERO — Tribal Employment Rights Office Employment services open to any enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe (18+). CDIB holdersOn reservation CDIB holders · On reservation

Food

2 PROGRAMS
Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) Monthly distribution of USDA commodity foods for income-eligible households residing within GRIC boundaries. Any tribal citizenIncome based Any tribal citizen · Income based WIC — Women, Infants and Children Federal WIC program providing supplemental nutrition benefits, breastfeeding support, nutrition education, and health referrals. Income based Income based

Utilities

2 PROGRAMS
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) — Tribal Tribally funded utility assistance for GRIC-enrolled members. Citizens onlyStatewide Citizens only · Statewide Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Federally funded utility bill assistance for enrolled GRIC members. Citizens onlyIncome based Citizens only · Income based

Substance Abuse

2 PROGRAMS
Gila River Health Care — O.A.S.I.S. Outpatient Substance Use Program Outpatient and intensive outpatient substance use treatment. IHS-eligibleOn reservation IHS-eligible · On reservation Thwajik Ki Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Center Residential substance abuse treatment open to any Native American from a federally recognized tribe. Any tribal citizenStatewide Any tribal citizen · Statewide

Child Care

2 PROGRAMS
Early Education Child Care Center (EECC) Child care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. CDIB holdersIncome based CDIB holders · Income based Head Start and Early Head Start Federally funded Head Start for children ages 3–5 and Early Head Start for children birth–3 and pregnant women. Income based Income based

Mental Health

1 PROGRAM
Gila River Health Care — Behavioral Health Services Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults and children. IHS-eligibleOn reservation IHS-eligible · On reservation

Elder Care

1 PROGRAM
Elderly Services Program Comprehensive services for elderly and disabled GRIC community members. Citizens onlyOn reservation Citizens only · On reservation

Dental

1 PROGRAM
Gila River Health Care — Dental Services Comprehensive dental care for all ages including cleanings, fillings, extractions, dentures, and oral surgery. IHS-eligibleOn reservation IHS-eligible · On reservation

Veterans

1 PROGRAM
Veterans and Family Services Office (VFSO) VA benefits assistance for GRIC-enrolled veterans and their families. Citizens onlyNationwide Citizens only · Nationwide

02 / ABOUT THE TRIBE

About the Gila River Indian Community

Federal recognition
Federally recognized as “Gila River Indian Community of the Gila River Indian Reservation, Arizona” in the Bureau of Indian Affairs list (91 FR 4102, January 2026).
Headquarters
Sacaton, Arizona
Service area
GRIC Reservation (2 Counties, Arizona): Maricopa and Pinal counties, Arizona.
Official website
gilariver.org ↗

03 / COMMON QUESTIONS

Common questions

Do I have to be a Gila River Indian Community citizen to use these programs?

Not always. Of the 34 programs Okla lists, 17 are for Gila River Indian Community citizens only; 2 are open to citizens of any federally recognized tribe; 5 are open to anyone with a CDIB card; 5 are open to anyone eligible for Indian Health Service care; and 3 are open to everyone. For 2 others, check with the program. Each program page spells out who qualifies.

Do I have to live on the reservation or in the Gila River Indian Community service area?

21 programs are limited to the GRIC Reservation (2 Counties, Arizona) (Maricopa and Pinal counties, Arizona). 6 programs are available to eligible people anywhere in the United States. The rest have their own service areas, listed on each program page. Use “Find my programs” at the top of this page to check against where you live.

How do I become a Gila River Indian Community citizen?

Citizenship (enrollment) is decided by the Gila River Indian Community, not by Okla. The tribe’s enrollment page explains the requirements and how to apply. Main line: 520-562-9500.

How do I apply for Gila River Indian Community programs?

Each program has its own application. Open a program above to see who qualifies, how to apply and the official link. Okla is an independent directory, not part of the Gila River Indian Community or any government agency, so always confirm details with the program before you apply.