Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc
The alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization offering no-cost capacity-building support to tribes through four key pillars built on a strong foundation of native American culture and values.
Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc at a glance
In short: Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc gave $610K across 5 grants in 2025 (avg $122K), mostly in Alaska. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $609,999
- Grants made (2025)
- 5
- Average grant
- $122,000
- Median grant
- $68,749
- Total assets
- $14,548,635
- +379.9% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Alaska (88% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Kwigillingok (Kwig) ($257K). Together the top 5 received $610K.
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 5 (40%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 5 grants totaling $610K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kwigillingok (Kwig) Kwigillingok, AK | This grant is intended to cover immediate project costs, including the purchase and installation of the blade sets. Upon receiving the aea reimbursement, kwigillingok is required to repay the grant amount to the indigenous power and light fund within 30 days. | $256,515 |
| Metlakatla Power and Light Metlakatla, AK | Mp&l is receiving support to cover a $250,000 expense due to westpark electric ltd. This advance does not fuly cover ful project costs it is a necessary cost to access additional capital for the $8,190,165 project. Therefore, to bridge the gap, the indigenous power and light fund wi l provide a recoverable grant of $250,000. | $250,000 |
| Positive Energy Solar Santa Fe, NM | Alliance for tribal clean energy & iplf support was therefore time-critical and functioned as a bridge payment to unlock federal funds already awarded. The support did not create new project scope, expand private benefit, or subsidize business operations. | $68,749 |
| Anri Tyonek Community Change Grant Invoice AK Paid to Alaska Native Renewa Huslia, AK | Atce shall provide to the entity the following services described below: 1. Technical assistance with transmission, interconnection, and integration studies 2. Grant writing and application review 3. Legal counsel | $29,318 |
| Continental Divide Grants, NM | Alliance for tribal clean energy & iplf support was therefore time-critical the funds were used to cover immediate project costs. | $5,417 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,548,635 | $15,207,137 | $9,214,018 | $609,999 | 5 | $319,129 |
| 2024 | $3,031,490 | $6,906,936 | $4,405,050 | — | — | $10,261 |
| 2023 | $196,085 | $526,035 | $329,950 | — | — | $1 |
About Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc
Based on IRS filings
Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Washington, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $14.5M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 5 grants totaling $610K. Net investment income was $319K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc is led by Cheri Smith, President & CEO on every filing since 2023; 8 of 10 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Cheri Smith
President & CEO
On filings since 2023
80 hrs/week
$247K (2025)
Sierra Rebecca Flanigan
Senior Director of Organizational Development
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$105K (2025)
Cynthia Pacheco Chief Financial
Compliance Officer
New on the 2025 filing
80 hrs/week
$199K (2025)
David Lent
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
$8K (2025)
Ramon Alberto Sanchez Pina
Chief Knowledge & Innovation Officer
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$126K (2025)
Shaun Tsabetsaye
Head of Tribal Technical Assistance & Project De
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$135K (2025)
Wendolyn S. Holland
Senior Advisor to Slt
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$170K (2025)
William Charles Saporito
Deputy Head of Tech Assistant
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$134K (2025)
Georgette Smith
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robin Hammond
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Cynthia Pacheco Chief (2023–2024) — CFO & COO
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $247K, to Cheri Smith (President & CEO). 8 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc
How much does Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc give each year?
Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc gave $610K across 5 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
What is Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc's typical grant size?
Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc's median grant in 2025 was $68,749, and its average grant was $122,000, across 5 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc give grants?
Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc gives mostly in Alaska: 88% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was New Mexico (12%).
Does Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc's largest grantees?
Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Kwigillingok (Kwig) ($256,515), Metlakatla Power and Light ($250,000) and Positive Energy Solar ($68,749), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 94% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc?
Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc reported $14.5M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $15.2M.
What is Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc?
Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Washington, DC. It holds $14.5M in total assets as of 2025.
What is Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc's EIN?
Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-2858979. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
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