The Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation represents the Lower and Upper Chehalis peoples in Southwest Washington along the Chehalis and Black rivers. A major regional employer, the Tribe supports a wide range of community and economic initiatives. This includes the Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund, which promotes financial empowerment through education, coaching and fair lending.

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation include 12 tribes: Chelan, Chief Joseph Band of Nez Perce, Colville, Entiat, Lakes, Methow, Moses-Columbia, Nespelem, Okanogan, Palus, San Poil and Wenatchi. The tribe has about 9,290 enrolled members. Through the Colville Tribal Federal Corporation, they operate gaming, hotel, recreation and tourism, retail, construction other industries across Central Washington.

The Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation govern more than one million acres in Central Washington. Their enterprises include gaming, tourism, forestry, telecom, agriculture and utilities, providing services and employment to Yakama citizens and neighboring communities.

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe, headquartered in Longview, Washington, advances self-determination through cultural revitalization, economic development and community partnerships. They manage a growing portfolio of health, education, housing, elder care, transportation, scientific research and conservation programs.

Located at the mouth of the Hoh River on Washington’s coast, the Hoh Tribe has a deep connection to fishing and the surrounding rainforest. The Tribe manages resources for the environmental, cultural and economic benefit of the tribe and their neighbors.

The Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe is along Sequim Bay on the Olympic Peninsula. Their government runs a diverse range of business enterprises including a casino, convenience store, golf course, self-storage, art gallery, construction services and telecommunications services.

The Kalispel Tribe of Indians is along the Pend Oreille River in northeast Washington, with additional trust land in Airway Heights near Spokane. Through the Kalispel Tribal Economic Authority, the Tribe operates a wide range of enterprises that fund healthcare, housing and conservation programs. The Camas Center for Community Wellness and Camas Path provide holistic health, wellness and social services for tribal members and their neighbors.

The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe is near Port Angeles on the Olympic Peninsula. They led efforts to restore the Elwha River ecosystem after two major dam removals and continues to manage habitat and shoreline restoration projects across the region. Tribal programs provide health, education and public safety services that support both tribal members and the wider community.

The Lummi Nation is located west of Bellingham on the Salish Sea and is the third largest tribe in Washington. They operate Northwest Indian College and a variety of enterprises including a hotel, casino and retail businesses that support tribal services and community development. The Lummi Nation manages nearly 13,000 acres of tidelands on their reservation and is a leader in salmon restoration, marine stewardship and cultural education throughout the region.

The Makah Tribe is at Neah Bay on the northwestern tip of the Olympic Peninsula. With deep roots in ocean navigation, fishing and carving traditions, the Makah continue to sustain their culture through education, resource management and the Makah Cultural and Research Center. Tribal enterprises and tourism support community programs and stewardship of the surrounding coastal environment.

The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe is in southeast King County near Auburn. As one of South King County’s largest employers, they run enterprises like Muckleshoot Casino Resort and the White River Amphitheatre. They also invest in housing, education and language revitalization programs that preserve Lushootseed, a traditional Puget Salish language.

The Nisqually Indian Tribe is east of Olympia along the Nisqually River. They are a major employer in Thurston County, operating enterprises including the Red Wind Casino and several retail businesses that support tribal services and community programs. Nisqually also leads salmon recovery and habitat restoration projects in the Nisqually Delta and watershed.

The Nooksack Indian Tribe is near Deming in Whatcom County. They manage fisheries in the Nooksack River and nearby saltwater areas and operate programs to protect water quality, restore habitat and preserve cultural resources. They also work with local, state and federal agencies on environmental review and natural resource management.

The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe is along Port Gamble Bay near Hood Canal. Through Noo-Kayet Investments, the Tribe manages enterprises including a casino and hotel, a market, and a cannabis dispensary that support government services and community programs. They also lead environmental and cultural initiatives that protect the bay and sustain S’Klallam traditions.

The Puyallup Tribe of Indians is in Tacoma and has one of the most urban reservations in the United States. They operate businesses like the Emerald Queen Casino, a hotel and retail businesses that support government services and community programs. The Puyallup also partner with local governments on transportation, environmental and public safety initiatives.

The Quileute Tribe is in La Push on Washington’s Pacific coast. They run the Oceanside Resort, the Ki’tla Center and other visitor facilities that support tourism and local employment. The Quileute are relocating parts of their village to higher ground for safety against flooding and tsunamis.

The Quinault Indian Nation is on the southwest coast of the Olympic Peninsula. They manage forestlands, fisheries and coastal resources and operate enterprises in hospitality, retail and timber that support local employment and government services. Quinault is one of the largest employers in Grays Harbor County.

The Samish Indian Nation is near Anacortes. They operate the Fidalgo Bay Resort with cabins and RV sites and manage programs in cultural preservation, housing and environmental restoration. The Washington State ferry Samish honors the tribe’s enduring presence in the Salish Sea.

The Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe is near Darrington in the foothills of the North Cascades. Since regaining federal recognition in 1973, they have expanded their land base, rebuilt community infrastructure and advanced efforts to restore salmon habitat and protect the Skagit River watershed. Tribal enterprises support housing, education and environmental programs.

The Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe is on the coast near Tokeland and is a major employer in Pacific County. They operate a casino, motel, restaurant and retail services and built North America’s first tsunami evacuation tower. Shoalwater Bay also manages coastal restoration and shellfish habitat programs that sustain local environmental resources.

The Skokomish Indian Tribe is located on Hood Canal at the delta of the Skokomish River. They operate a gaming facility, motel and retail outlets. Their Workforce Development Program provides job training and support to help Native families achieve self-sufficiency and prepare youth for future employment.

The Snoqualmie Indian Tribe has about 650 members and is in the Snoqualmie Valley. Their Education Department supports lifelong learning through a college scholarship program for Tribal members and their children. They also support local organizations and lead environmental restoration and cultural preservation work in the Snoqualmie River watershed.

The Spokane Tribe of Indians is in Eastern Washington. They operate Two Rivers Casino and Resort, Chewelah Casino and the Spokane Tribe Casino. They also provide housing, health care and education programs that serve tribal members and the broader community. Their Sp̓q́n̓iʔ Broadband Services are expanding high-speed fiber-optic infrastructure for better internet access across its reservation.

The Squaxin Island Tribe is at the southern end of Puget Sound near Olympia. In addition to operating enterprises such as Little Creek Casino Resort and Salish Cliffs Golf Club, the Tribe manages Salish Roots Farm, which grows traditional foods and medicines and offers hands-on classes in gardening, cooking and cultural food practices.

The Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians is based in Snohomish County near Arlington. In addition to operating a casino, hotel and retail services, the Tribe is developing Stillaguamish Village: an 80-acre mixed-use community featuring assisted elder housing, affordable homes, wellness and fitness facilities, cultural spaces and neighborhood gardens.

The Suquamish Tribe is on the Port Madison Indian Reservation in North Kitsap County. Through its economic development arm, Port Madison Enterprises, they operate the Clearwater Casino Resort, White Horse Golf Club, Kiana Lodge and several retail businesses. The Tribe also manages the Suquamish Seafoods program, which supports local shellfish harvesting and promotes sustainable aquaculture in the Port Madison watershed.

The Swinomish Indian Tribal Community is on Fidalgo Island near La Conner. They own and operate the Swinomish Casino & Lodge, didgʷálič Wellness Center, Swinomish Markets, Salish Coast Cannabis, and Swinomish Shellfish Company, making it one of the largest employers in Skagit County. Authors of the first tribal climate change initiative in the nation, the Swinomish Climate Adaptation Action Plan continues to guide work to address shoreline flooding, fisheries impacts and other climate-related risks.

The Tulalip Tribes are on the Tulalip Reservation near Everett. They operate major enterprises including Tulalip Resort Casino, Quil Ceda Village and Tulalip Bingo & Slots. Tulalip also manages housing, education and cultural programs, and operates the Tulalip Cultural Heritage Center, which preserves and shares Coast Salish history and traditions.

The Upper Skagit Indian Tribe descends from tribes that inhabited 10 villages on the Skagit and Sauk rivers in Western Washington. Today, they manage environmental restoration and fisheries programs and operate enterprises including Skagit Valley Casino Resort and retail services near Bow.