The Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation, operator of Yaamava’ Resort & Casino and The Palms Las Vegas, in celebration of Giving Tuesday, announced $450,000 in grants to eight local and Native‑led nonprofits in California. According to a news release, the grants “underscore the tribe’s commitment to empower communities, elevate voices and build pathways to lasting resilience.”
The grants also will help fund direct impact programs that advance the long-term well-being of people and the environment.
Aligned with Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation tribe’s four giving pillars, this year’s honorees are:
- San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools received a $100,000 grant to support the comprehensive “cradle-to-career roadmap” which supports the county-wide vision of life-long learning where every student has the mindset and disposition for college and career readiness.
- Cedar House Life Change Center received a $100,000 grant to provide evidence-based treatment and empower those affected by addiction.
- Arts Connection received a $50,000 grant to provide art programming for residents of San Bernardino County broadening accessibility for artists and programming.
- California Native Vote Project received a $50,000 grant to advance civic participation and political power within Native American communities. CNVP employs an integrated voter engagement strategy that combines voter registration, education, organizing, research, and leadership development.
- Desert Research Institute received a $50,000 grant to provide students with early and equal access to quality computer science instruction to build a foundation for their success in STEM classes, majors and jobs.
- Inland Empire Journalism Hub received a $50,000 grant to strengthen local journalism by providing funding, shared resources and collaborative opportunities for journalists and media organizations in the region.
- Red Media received a $25,000 grant to create the First America Podcast which will focus on the 250-year anniversary of the Declaration of Independence from a Native-American perspective.
- Who We Play For received a $25,000 grant to provide affordable heart screenings and advocate for awareness in San Bernardino County Schools.
Over the past two decades, Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation has contributed more than $450 million to charitable causes and continues to dedicate resources to underfunded communities in the Inland Empire region of California.
