Enrollment Contact
The Enrollment/Census Department (“Enrollment Department”) is located in the Governance Center in Sacaton, Arizona. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday.
Appointments are required for in-person New Enrollment Application submittals.
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Mailing Address P.O. Box 97 Sacaton, Arizona 85147 |
Street Address 525 West Gu u Ki Sacaton, Arizona 85147 |
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Phone: (520) 562-9790 Fax: (520) 562-8103 Email: Enrollment.Dept@gric.nsn.us. |
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About the Enrollment /Census Department (“the enrollment department”)
The Enrollment Department was established to maintain and update the membership roll of the Gila River Indian Community (“Community”) in accordance with the Community’s Constitution and the Membership ordinance. The Department provides enrollment related services including processing new enrollment applications, preparing and issuing Certificates of Indian Blood (CIB), Tribal Identification cards and works with members to ensure current contact information is on file.
The Department also has the following functions:
- Maintains Non-member Resident Registration
- Original Will Storage for Community Members
Membership Requirements
Applicants must have a biological parent enrolled with the Gila River Indian Community and must be at least one-fourth (1/4) degree Indian blood.
The following documents must be submitted with the enrollment application.
- Original certified birth certificate
- Original social security card
- Photo ID for adults
- If one of the applicant’s parents is a member of another federally or State recognized tribe, the following are required:
a. Current documentation verifying non-membership (“VNM”) in another federally recognized tribe (for applicant)
b. Current Certification of Indian Blood (“CIB”) (for parent)
- Additional documents are required for applicants who are legally adopted, contact the Enrollment department for more information.
Enrollment Processing
The Enrollment Department accepts membership applications at the Enrollment office by appointment or by mail. Individuals considering membership with the Gila River Indian Community should contact the Enrollment Department to verify eligibility.
Appointments are required for in-person New Enrollment Application submittals, contact (520) 562-9790 to schedule an appointment.
Membership applications are processed on a quarterly basis.
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Completed Applications Received |
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Completed Applications Received |
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January - March |
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July – September |
October |
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April – June |
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October – December |
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Mail-in Membership Application
Applicants now have the option to submit a Membership Application by mail. The completed application must be notarized and submitted with all required documents to the GRIC Enrollment Department P.O. Box 97 Sacaton AZ 85147.
The Enrollment Department requires original documents and recommends the mail-in application packet be sent certified, registered or other mail delivery that can be tracked or monitored. Original documents submitted to the Enrollment Department will be returned to the applicant by certified mail, return receipt.
Applicants previously enrolled in another tribe must submit additional information and complete a Petition for Membership form.
Anyone seeking membership with Gila River should contact the Department to determine eligibility.
- Click here to download Mail-in Application Packet
- Click here to download Petition for Membership Form
If you are unable to download the form(s), contact the Enrollment Department at (520) 562-9790.
Address Update Form (AUF)
The Address Update Form (AUF) is used to update your address at the Enrollment Department. Complete all areas of the AUF and ensure the form is notarized if returning by mail, fax, or third party submittal.
Parent or Guardian: List enrolled children under the age of 18 or incapacitated adults living in your household. If you have guardianship over an enrolled member(s), please provide documentation, (i.e. Court Order or Power of Attorney) for our records.
If you are unable to download the form(s), contact the Enrollment Department at (520) 562-9790.
Tribal Identification Card
Effective January 02, 2018 to be eligible to obtain a Tribal ID by mail - you must have a current photo and signature on file at the Enrollment Department.
Tribal IDs are available to members 18 years of age and older. The first card is provided at no cost, replacement cards are $8.00. Community members age 55+ shall have the replacement fee waived.
For members under the age of 18, the Enrollment Department recommends obtaining a state issued ID for use as a valid form of identification. Tribal ID cards may be issued to a minor for travel or employment.
If requesting a Tribal ID by mail, complete the Tribal ID Request Form and if applicable, include an $8.00 money order payable to Gila River Indian Community.
If you are unable to download the form(s), contact the Enrollment Department at (520) 562-9790.
Authorization to Release Information Form (ATR)
An Authorization to Release Information Form (ATR) is used to request a Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB), BIA 4432 Employment Form, and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Form (Eagle Feather Permit). ATRs submitted by mail or fax must be notarized.
If you are unable to download the form(s), contact the Enrollment Department at (520) 562-9790.
Non-Member Resident Registration
In accordance with the Gila River Indian Community (“the Community”) Residency Ordinance and the Criminal Code. The Department maintains Non-Member Registration Forms (“Registration Forms”) of adults who are not enrolled with Gila River and reside within the exterior boundaries of the reservation.
Non-Member residents ages eighteen (18) years and older are required under law to register with the Enrollment Department by submitting a completed Registration Form. The Registration Form may be submitted in person, by mail, or fax. A copy of your photo identification is required if submitting in person.
- Click here to download Non-member Registration form
If you are unable to download the form(s), contact the Enrollment Department at (520) 562-9790.
Original Will Storage
GRIC Code Title 10, the Probate Code provides Community members the option for storing their original will at the Enrollment Department.
Upon submittal, the Enrollment Department can store your original will and any attachments in a sealed, tamper-proof envelope in a secure fireproof cabinet. Community members storing their will at Enrollment may view their will during regular business hours and may request the release of the original will from the custody of the Enrollment Department. When sufficient documentation is received, the Enrollment Department will release the original will to the person appointed to serve as the Executor or Administrator of your estate or the Community Court Administrator.
For more information, contact Sheila Valenzuela, Enrollment Director (520) 562-9790