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2025 Arizona American Indian Excellence in Leadership Awards

2025 Arizona American Indian Excellence in Leadership Awards

The Phoenix Indian Center proudly announces the return of the Arizona American Indian Excellence in Leadership Awards. The awards, now entering its 42nd year, are given in eight categories for nominees who demonstrate dedication, leadership, and commitment to the advancement and development of the cultural, educational, social, economic, or political welfare of the American Indian Community. Nominations are now open:

  • Kent C. Ware Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Phyllis J. Bigpond Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Changemaker Award 
  • Business of the Year
  • Volunteer of the Year 
  • Friend of the Community 
  • College Student of the Year
  • High School Student of the Year

The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, Aug. 22, 2025 at 11:59 MST. 

To submit your nomination, click here

SAVE THE DATE: The Arizona American Indian Excellence in Leadership Awards program will be held at the Heard Museum on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025.

For questions, call 602-264-6768 or email leadershipawards@phxindcenter.org

42nd Annual Silver & Turquoise Ball

The Silver & Turquoise Ball: United In Community, Thriving Together

The Silver & Turquoise Ball is our signature annual gala that raises necessary funds for our community programs, benefitting urban Indigenous youth & families. 

Our annual event, which continues to grow in attendance and sponsorships, honors our heritage, and features an Indigenous-inspired dinner, captivating cultural entertainment and lively auction. This year’s theme is, “United In Community, Thriving Together,” and will focus on our connection to our community. With unified support, we will be able to bridge challenges surrounding food insecurity, transportation, childcare, and limited access to health care, technology, internet, and other emergent needs. 

We hope you can join us on Friday, October 17, 2025 at Talking Stick Resort and help in our mission to build a better tomorrow for our people. 

Sponsorships

Opportunities are available for your organization to have a presence at the event, with more than 800 in attendance, representing a variety of businesses, organizations, and community leadership.

To view sponsorship opportunities, click here

 For more sponsorship information, contact Jolyana Begay-Kroupa via email at jbegay-kroupa@phxindcenter.org 

2025 Gourd Dance & Social Powwow

Phoenix Indian Center Gourd Dance & Social Powwow: “Our People Must Keep Dancing”

JOIN US: We are excited for the return of the Phoenix Indian Center Gourd Dance & Social Powwow! 

Under the theme, “Our People Must Keep Dancing,” this free, one day event will bring our community together to celebrate our Indigenous people and our resilience.  We invite everyone to join us!

Event Information:

Date & Time: Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 

Location: Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85012

Admission: Free and open to the community.

a 501(c) 3 non-profit recognized by the IRS. Tax ID Number: 86-6006566