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Press Release, Tribal Government Operations
Tribal Leaders in Place Following the 2024 Elections at San Manuel
Three elected leaders took the oath of office to be seated on the Yuhaaviatam Tribal Council of San Manuel: Chairwoman Lynn “Nay” Valbuena, Treasurer Latisha Prieto and Second Governing Council Member Laurena Bolden.
May 15, 2024
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Culture, Environment
Yucca Harvest KCAL
The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians continues the ceremonial harvest of the chaparral yucca plant, a tradition passed down through generations.
May 13, 2024
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Culture, Press Release
Standing for Justice for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians hosts 2nd annual 5K to raise awareness of a violent epidemic plaguing Native American communities.
April 30, 2024
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Community
Hamiinat Magazine
The Yuhaaviatam Clan has long used storytelling to honor the strength, perseverance, and resiliency of its people. Hamiinat, the magazine of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, is filled with compelling stories about the Tribe’s history, legacy, culture, and future
April 30, 2024
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Community, Press Release
Honorable Yvette Ayala Henderson Named Chief Judge for San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
Judge Henderson brings close to 20 years of jurisprudence to this role.
March 15, 2024
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The Latest

Top Honors at 2024 Global Gaming Awards

In a celebration of gaming and hospitality excellence, the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel received top honors at the prestigious 2024 Global Gaming Awards.

October 17, 2024Press Release
UCLA Law receives a $2.2 million gift to sustain its clinical impact in Native Nations

This grant of $2.2 million is the latest contribution from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians to help expand UCLA Law’s reach and success in producing positive change. Following a 2004 grant of $4 million, a 2019 gift of more than $1.3 million created and funded the position of clinic director, increasing support for the clinic’s robust undertakings.

October 14, 2024Press Release
New law requires California schools to teach about historical mistreatment of Native Americans

Now a bill signed into law by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday requires public schools teaching elementary, middle or high school students about Spanish colonization and the California gold rush to include instruction on the mistreatment and contributions of Native Americans during during those periods.

October 03, 2024Community
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Donates $12.6 Million to 228 Deserving Causes

Tribe Unveils 2024 Grant Cycle Awards

September 16, 2024Philanthropy, Press Release
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