On Saturday, more than 250 people attended the 18th annual Chumash Earth Day celebration put on by the Santa Ynez Chumash Environmental Office (SYCEO).
Santa Ynez Chumash community members and the wider public gathered at Kitiyepumu’ Park in the Santa Ynez Reservation to peruse the booths of about 30 organizations, all united by a shared care for the Earth and its resources.
SANTA YNEZ, CA – April 6, 2026 – The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians’ Environmental Department will host its annual free Chumash Earth Day event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at Kitiyepumu’ Park, located on the Santa Ynez Reservation at 100 Via Juana Road in Santa Ynez.
Read MoreTo assist Santa Barbara County schools that are struggling to meet the classroom technology needs of their students, the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has donated some $93,000 to 13 area schools that applied for grants through its foundation’s Technology in Schools Program for the 2025-26 school year.
Read MoreA scenic two-hour drive from Santa Clarita can feel like a small getaway without the commitment of an overnight stay. For many Southern California residents, a day trip to Chumash Casino Resort in the Santa Ynez Valley offers a blend of entertainment, dining and relaxation set against the backdrop of wine country.
Read MoreSANTA YNEZ, CA – March 11, 2026 – The Santa Ynez Tribal Health Clinic (SYTHC) has announced it has successfully earned a renewal of its national accreditation from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) for another three-year period, following stringent review of its care and services.
Read MoreSANTA YNEZ, CA – March 9, 2026 – The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has announced that a $500,000 matching grant given to the Lompoc Theatre Project in December has been matched by the nonprofit, which aims to restore and revitalize the city’s nearly 100-year-old venue. With construction currently underway and eyes set on the historic theater’s centennial in December 2027, donors helped achieve the latest $500,000 goal in just five weeks.
Read MoreThe Santa Ynez Tribal Health Clinic recently served 35 children, ages 12 and under, with $7,567 in complimentary dental services at its sixth annual Give Kids A Smile event, at the clinic on the Santa Ynez Reservation.
Read MoreThe Santa Ynez Tribal Health Clinic hosted its 6th annual Give Kids A Smile event on Wednesday.
Read MoreSANTA YNEZ, CA – February 17, 2026 — The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has presented the Santa Ynez Valley Community Aquatics Foundation with a $250,000 donation to help the nonprofit reach its goal of bringing a state-of-the-art pool facility to students and the local community. The recent check presentation brought together members of the tribe, SYV Community Aquatics Foundation and Santa Ynez Valley Union High School, symbolizing a major step forward in bringing the ambitious, collaborative project to the valley.
Read MoreThe Santa Ynez Tribal Health Clinic is bringing free dental care for children in the community on Wednesday, February 25, during its sixth annual Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) event.
Read MoreSANTA YNEZ, CA – January 13, 2026 – The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has been named a “Clean California Community,” becoming one of 39 communities across the state, including San Luis Obispo County and the City of San Luis Obispo, to earn the distinction.
Read MoreSANTA YNEZ, CA – The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians presented a check for $10,083 to the Breast Imaging Center at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital to help the non-profit deliver superior care to its patients through ultrasound screenings, mammography and biopsies. The donation is part of the Chumash Casino Resort’s annual ‘Project Pink’ campaign, which showcases expertly crafted pink food and beverage creations, all in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Read MoreSANTA YNEZ, Calif. — December 15, 2025 — The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has announced that its annual Chumash Charity Golf Classic raised $135,000 this year, with proceeds split among Angels Foster Care, CALM and Mental Wellness Center.
SANTA YNEZ, CA – December 10, 2025 – The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians recently donated $25,000 to the Central Coast Marine Corps Reserves Toys for Tots campaign, marking the 22nd consecutive year of supporting the nonprofit’s mission to provide holiday gifts to local children in need. The latest donation brings the tribe’s total contributions over the years to $550,000.
Read MoreSANTA YNEZ, CA – Chumash Casino Resort opened its newly upgraded Higher Limits Room on Dec. 1, following a grand opening event that included VIP tours and a reception for guests.
Read MoreSANTA YNEZ, CA — November 14, 2025 — The City of Buellton formally recognized Native American Heritage Month during its Nov. 13 City Council meeting by signing a proclamation honoring the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians and the tribe’s commitment to cultural preservation and community wellness.
Read MoreThe Chumash Casino Resort launched its annual Project Pink campaign on Oct. 1 to bring attention to Breast Cancer Awareness Month and raise funds for a local nonprofit organization by selling pink-colored sweets, snacks and drinks throughout the resort’s eateries.
Read MoreThe Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians hosted California-style Native American singing, dancing, food and games at the 19th annual Santa Ynez Chumash Culture Day on Saturday.
Read MoreSANTA YNEZ, CA – The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians will host California-style Native American singing, dancing, food and games at the 19th annual Santa Ynez Chumash Culture Day from noon to 9:00pm, Saturday, October 18. The free event is open to the public and all ages are welcome. There will also be Native vendors, food booths and basket-weaving demonstrations.
Read MoreDowntown Santa Ynez came alive with vibrant displays of song, dance and drumming as the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians hosted its annual Intertribal Powwow, celebrating six decades of cultural tradition.
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