American Indian Association of Tucson dba Tucson Indian Center
Type of Organization:
Community
Description:
The Tucson area has long been the traditional site for Indian settlements. From the Archaic and Hohokam Indians, to the Tohono O'odham and Yaqui, the waters of the Santa Cruz River and the surrounding fertile land attracted desert dwelling tribes.
Shortly after World War II, local Indians felt there was a need for an organization of their own to provide services
for health, housing, education, counseling, and recreation. To pursue this goal a Native American Club was organized in 1957. In 1963, the Club became incorporated as the American Indian Association, doing business as the Tucson Indian Center.
Example Activities:
For decades, the Center has offered youth and elderly programs,
job services, adult and youth education programs, cultural activities, and emergency assistance.
Served Populations:
Indigenous Populations, Urban Populations, Elderly, Youth, Tohono O'odham Nation, Pascua Yaqui Tribe
Location of Activities:
Tucson
Website:
Contact Information:
520-884-7131
webmaster@ticenter.org
Jacob Bernal
Executive Director
jbernal@ticenter.org
Cindie Nahsonhoya
cnahsonhoya@ticenter.org
webmaster@ticenter.org
Jacob Bernal
Executive Director
jbernal@ticenter.org
Cindie Nahsonhoya
cnahsonhoya@ticenter.org
