PHOENIX (May 13, 2026) — The Tribal Leadership Council (TLC) is proud to announce the recipients of this year’s prestigious Impact Awards, recognizing two outstanding organizations whose dedication to Tribal communities has made a profound and lasting difference across Indian Country.
President’s Community Impact Award: Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation
The President’s Community Impact Award is presented at the discretion of the TLC President and recognizes an organization for going above and beyond in their support of Native-led nonprofits and organizations, while advancing priorities that are important to the TLC community.
This year, TLC President Justin Barrett has selected the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation (YSMN) as the recipient of this distinguished honor. YSMN has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to uplifting Tribal nations, Native-led nonprofits, and educational institutions through its San Manuel Cares Program, a robust philanthropic initiative that channels resources and support directly into communities that need it most.
Beyond the San Manuel Cares Program, YSMN’s community impact extends throughout the Inland Empire region of California and Las Vegas through the work of Yaamava’ Resort & Casino and the Palms Cares initiative for the Palms Casino in Las Vegas, further amplifying their reach and reinforcing their long-standing commitment to the wellbeing of Native peoples and surrounding communities.
“YSMN exemplifies what it means to be a true partner to Native communities,” said TLC President Justin Barrett. “Their consistent, generous, and visionary support of Tribal nations and Native-led organizations makes them a worthy and inspiring recipient of this award.”
Chair’s Circle of Impact Award: Indigenous Pact
The Chair’s Circle of Impact Award is presented by the TLC Foundation Chair and recognizes an organization for its sustained and broad support of Tribal initiatives.
TLC Foundation Chair Dr. Crystal Miller has selected Indigenous Pact as the recipient of this year’s Chair’s Circle of Impact Award. Indigenous pact has demonstrated a steadfast dedication to strengthening the Native nonprofit ecosystem by providing meaningful support to numerous Native-led organizations that are driving change and self-determination across Indian Country.
“Indigenous Pact has shown what it means to be a true advocate for Native communities at scale,” said TLC Foundation Chair Dr. Crystal Miller. “Their work touches countless organizations and the people they serve. We are honored to recognize their tireless commitment.”