Arizona's Centrist Think Tank
The principal objective of GCI is to elevate the fiscal and economic implications of policy initiatives
Providing solutions to the biggest challenges facing Arizona
We use our research to engage policymakers, key influencers, media and the general public.
Using the power of independent thinking
The Grand Canyon Institute provides high-quality independent research to advance solutions to Arizona's biggest problems.

Who We Are

The Grand Canyon Institute (GCI) is a non-partisan think tank which provides fact-based research and education to decision makers and the public on policies which affect the economic, fiscal and social future of Arizona. The principal objective of GCI is to elevate the fiscal and economic implications of policy initiatives and decisions for the benefit of for the benefit of policy makers, the media, and the general public.

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