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Tribal Casino Gambling Funds Native American Higher Education
WASHINGTON, D.C. --
A major benefit for members of Native American tribes around the country from the casino gambling boom is the funding of college scholarships. University educations, vocational training, and career counseling for thousands is paid in full by gaming revenue.
This blessing is one that will continue to reward tribal populations, as the educations result in an overall rising of Native American economies. College graduates return and open Indian-owned and-operated businesses, allowing for creation of jobs in the present and more opportunities in the future for tribal members.
Gambling revenues from tribal casinos last year equalled $26 billion,according to the National Indian Gaming Association. By investing that money in their youth, tribes have assured themselves they will receive benefits for years to come.
While tribal reservations remain among the most poverty-stricken areas of the US, recent evidence is that gambling revenues have contributed to a rise in economic lifestyles. A study by Harvard in 2005 showed Native Americans had seen a significant rise in employment and incomes between 1990 and 2000.
Melissa Bembry is an Oneida tribal member, who used her scholarship to become a health care specialist. She told Newsblaze, "The opportunities they provide us are endless."
The opportunities the graduates provide for their peoples' futures are also endless.
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