puyaləpabš, 'people at the bend at the bottom (of the river)'
About Our Tribe
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Puyallup Tribe to Host World Cup Kick-Off Celebration and Puyallup Tribal Fan Zone, in partnership with Pierce County and City of Tacoma
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First Tribal Member appointed to state Professional Educator Standards Board
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Storytelling Night brings families together at Grandview Early Learning Center
Read MoreOur Partnership with the FIFA World Cup 2026
In 2026, the Puyallup Tribe and FIFA will come together to welcome the world to Seattle for the World Cup. This partnership marks a historic first: the first time an Indigenous nation will be formally represented at the World Cup.
As we welcome visitors in 2026, we invite them not only to witness world-class soccer, but also to experience the enduring presence, generosity, and resilience of the Puyallup people.
Stewards of the land and water
The Puyallup Tribe has protected lands and waters since time immemorial. In the late 20th century, Tribal Members fought for fishing rights, leading to the historic Boldt Decision in 1974.
The Tribe has taken a stance for the environment and people of Pierce County and neighboring areas by standing against Tacoma LNG, Electron Hydro and other threats to the health and well-being of the people and species that call the land and waters home.
The Puyallup Tribe's Regional Impact
As one of the most urban tribes in the United States, the Puyallup Tribe is committed to being a good neighbor. It is consistently one of the top 10 employers in Pierce County, it fights to protect the environment, its economic development projects create jobs, and it donates millions of dollars each year to charitable organizations through its Charity Trust Board and through donations made directly by the Puyallup Tribal Council.
Other Tribal Entities
- Chief Leschi Schools – siʔab ləšx̌ayʔ x̌alalʔtxʷ
- Commencement Bay Cannabis
- Emerald Queen Casino – qʷadᶻilc tsi siʔab sbitaləalʔtxʷ
- Puyallup Chocolates
- Puyallup Tribal Enterprises
- Puyallup Tribal Health Authority – taqʷubəd
- Salish Cancer Center
- Woven Seafood & Chophouse
- Qwibil: A Natural Healing Consultation & Research Center
