puyaləpabš, 'people at the bend at the bottom (of the river)'
About Our TribeAbout the Puyallup Tribe
The Puyallup Tribe of Indians have lived along the shores of the Puget Sound in Washington State for thousands of years.
The people of the Puyallup Tribe have been known for “generous and welcoming behavior to all people who enter our lands.” Living off the waters of the Puyallup River fed by Mount Rainier, the Puyallup People fished, hunted, and traveled by these waters. Using the Western red cedar to make many things like homes, utensils, and canoes.
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.
Set Aside Housing Mortgage and Rental Assistance Program
The Mortgage and Rental Assistance application is open from September 3, 2024 at 8 AM and ending October 25, 2024, at 4:00 PM.
Other Tribal Entities
- Chief Leschi Schools – siʔab ləšx̌ayʔ x̌alalʔtxʷ
- Commencement Bay Cannabis
- Emerald Queen Casino – qʷadᶻilc tsi siʔab sbitaləalʔtxʷ
- Emily’s Chocolates
- Puyallup Tribal Enterprises
- Puyallup Tribal Health Authority – taqʷubəd
- Salish Cancer Center
- Woven Seafood & Chophouse
- Qwibil: A Natural Healing Consultation & Research Center