The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians (GTB) announced on Friday that a total of $191,871.57 of its video gaming revenue, also known as 2% allocation funds, will go towards Leelanau County organizations and agencies. Leelanau County is receiving one of the larger amounts of distributions in the area of $44,712.50, which will go to funding a “government to government agreement” prisoner housing contract.
“It’s really good to know and hear that the recipients are going to put the funding to good use and many have stated that without the funding, they may have not been able to provide the service or programming,” said David Arroyo, GTB tribal chairman. “It’s a privilege and honor for us to make a contribution and positive impact for the community and surrounding area and its good to know that we share and have the same values that many of our neighbors do... Whether they’re 501c3’s (nonprofits) or local units of government, its just good knowing that we are partnering with our neighbors to make our region a safer and better place for the community.”
Twice a year, the GTB distributes 2% funds to local units of government. A total distribution of $813,546.66 of gaming revenue allocation was announced last week for its winter cycle, with approximately 45 local applicants in Northern Michigan being awarded out of the 75 applications received. GTB will make a decision regarding the first half 2024 allocation in July.
