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 that provides fact-based research and education to decision-makers and the public on policies that 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 policymakers, the media, and the general public.

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Grand Canyon Institute (GCI) Opposes Proposition 320

Contact for interviews: GCI – Ellen Bilbrey (602) 432-7941 or … Read more
Running on Empty: Federal Tax Package Conformity Leaves $1 Billion State Budget Deficit

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Large Majority of Arizona Voters Would Support a Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

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Latest News and Research

Education

Grand Canyon Institute (GCI) Opposes Proposition 320
October 1, 2026

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Budget

Running on Empty: Federal Tax Package Conformity Leaves $1 Billion State Budget Deficit
January 12, 2026

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Family Support

Large Majority of Arizona Voters Would Support a Paid Family and Medical Leave Program
November 13, 2025

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Budget

Options Exist to Fund SNAP Benefits in November
October 29, 2025

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Budget

State Budget: The Flat Tax Failure
June 18, 2025

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Homelessness

Undercounting Homelessness and the Summer Heat Threat
May 30, 2025

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Charter Schools

Primavera: Public Funds made a Charter Owner Wealthy Despite Failing Academic Results
April 22, 2025

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Homelessness

Undercounting Homelessness: Limits of the Point in Time Count
January 31, 2025

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News

Goldwater Lawsuit Against Gilbert’s Tax Increase Highlights Problems of Prop. 126
January 16, 2025

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