Important Notice
Applications for benefits from new members can only be accepted once the enrollment process is complete and you have received your official notice of enrollment. Prior to this you will not appear on the service list as eligible to receive benefits.
Traditional Cultural & Recreation (TCR)
The Tribe’s Traditional Cultural and Recreation (TCR) Program covers a variety of benefits and services for Tribal Members.
Traditional Cultural Recreation (TCR)
Purpose
The Tribal Council of the Snoqualmie Indian Tribe has established a Traditional Culture and Recreation Benefit, this program is intended to affirm the Tribe’s inherent sovereign rights to promote, develop, assist, and support Tribal Members and their ch ildren in participating in t raditional cult ural and recreational activities. All t raditional cultural activities, educational activities, and activities that promote the health and wellness of the Tribal household as authorized by this policy are intended to qualify for tax-free treatment to the fullest extent permitted by the law. Recreational activit ies will be assessed fo r taxabil ity per the General Welfare Policy.
Eligibility and Award Amount: The Snoqualmie Indian Tribe provides $ I ,500 USO per fiscal year per person to eligible Tribal Members and t heir service eligible minor child(ren) to be used towards approved TCR expenses. The TCR benefit is recognized as a cumulative “family” benefit to be accessed by application at the request of the Tribal Member. The “family” benefit is the cumulative total of the adult enrolled parent and the enrolled Snoqualmie minors in the household. If you are a caregiver or a non-Tribal parent with multiple enrolled minor Snoqualmie children in your care/custody. The children’s benefits cannot be combined into a family benefit. Each child in your care will have standalone benefit not to exceed $1500. The child’s benefit is being used for age/size appropriate items and experiences for the specified child. A court order/parenting plan needs to be on file to allow for benefit access in these instances
Limits on distribution:
- If your minor child ages into adult status during the fiscal year: the minor child will be included under the parent’s family TCR benefit for all the fiscal year. The minor child will not be eligible to have their own standalone TCR benefit until the start of the next fiscal year after they have turned 18.
- Family membership or similar family expenses will be reviewed for eligibility based on the eligibi lity list below and wil l not require fee deductions for a non-Tribal spouse.
- Limits will not be placed on the quantity of identical or similar items being purchased unless the request appears lavish or extravagant.
- It is the responsibility of the Tribal Member to ensure items being requested are age appropriate for the recipients/participants.
Forms/Information:
Contact Information:
Barbara Rivera
425-507-3317
tcr@snoqualmietribe.us
Order a Snoqualmie Tribal Flag
Tribal Members can use this e-form to order one or more Snoqualmie Tribal Flags. Flags are $34.14 per flag plus shipping. Funds will be deducted from your TCR benefit.
Contact Information:
Barbara Rivera
425-507-3317
tcr@snoqualmietribe.us
Tribal Elder Parking Permit at Snoqualmie Casino
This form is for Enrolled Snoqualmie Tribal Elders to request a parking permit at the Snoqualmie Casino.
Parking Passes for Snoqualmie Falls and State Parks
Enrolled Snoqualmie Tribal Members can request Snoqualmie Falls (PSE) parking passes and Washington State Discover Passes. Note that these passes do not expire. The intent is for Tribal Members to keep their pass for their lifetime, Passes are not to be transferred, sold, or bartered.
One replacement pass is allowed. If you are requesting a replacement a staff member will follow up with you to confirm your eligibility.
Forms/Information:
Contact Information:
Barbara Rivera
425-507-3317
tcr@snoqualmietribe.us
Eagle Parts for Native American Religious Purposes
A Federal Migratory Bird Eagle Parts and Feathers Request Form to the US Fish & Wildlife Service will authorize Native Americans to used eagle parts and feathers for religious and cultural purposes, including healing, marriage, and naming ceremonies.
Forms/Information:
Canoe Journey Transportation and Lodging Assistance for 2026
The Canoe Journey Benefit was developed to encourage participation of Tribal Members and their families in the Annual Canoe Journey. This benefit is a seasonal benefit that is approved and administered yearly per Snoqualmie Tribal Council approval.
Contact Information:
Barbara Rivera
425-507-3317
tcr@snoqualmietribe.us
Exemption for Tribal Fishing, Hunting, and Gathering Sales Tax
In Washington state, the Snoqualmie Tribe and certain federally recognized tribes and their members have tribal fishing, hunting, and gathering rights. The Washington State Department of Revenue exempts sales tax on sales involving goods and services directly used in tribal fishing, hunting, and gathering activities, including:
- Fishing (including shellfish)
- Hunting (including trapping)
- Gathering
- Harvesting
- Processing
- Transporting
- Selling
- Management and enforcement