American Latvian Association in the Unit
The American latvian association (ALA) is the main representative organization for the latvian American community. Through 100 member organizations, churches, clubs and some 4,000 individual members we represent over 90,000 people of latvian descent living in the us. We are a nonprofit, tax exempt educational and cultual organization. ALA supports cultural activities and facilitates cooperation within the latvian American community. We promote the study of latvian language, history and culture. We ensure the availability of latvian schools, books and teaching materials for our children. We assist newly arrived immigrants with information about the usa and we provide humanitarian aid to people in latvia. ALA seeks to facilitate the peaceful and democratic development of latvia by promoting understanding and support for latvia through informational efforts in the usa.
American Latvian Association in the Unit at a glance
In short: American Latvian Association in the Unit gave $94K across 5 grants in 2024 (avg $19K), top state Maryland. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $93,500
- -12.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 5
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $18,700
- -12.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $9,023,610
- +3.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Maryland (48% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to American Latvian Association in the Unit
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from American Latvian Association in the Unit
ALA Internship Program - Latvia and USA
American Latvian Association in the Unit
Amount
Up to $2,500 USD
Deadline
Deadline not published
ALA Scholarships for 2×2 Youth Seminars
American Latvian Association in the Unit
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
American Latvian Association Scholarships
American Latvian Association in the Unit
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who American Latvian Association in the Unit funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Joint Baltic American National Committee ($35K). Together the top 5 received $94K.
Grant Size Distribution
35 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 35 grants of 35 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
Cities
How American Latvian Association in the Unit gives
- Giving fell 37% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $94K (2024) to $157K (2020). In 2024 it made 5 grants totaling $94K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Joint Baltic American National Committee Rockville, MD | Ala Annual Membesrhip Dues | $34,800 |
| Latvian Center Garezers Three Rivers, MI | Support the Summer Camp | $33,600 |
| World Federation of Free Latvians Rockville, MD | Ala Annual Membership Dues | $10,000 |
| West Coast Latvian Education Center Shelton, WA | Support the Summer Camp | $8,500 |
| 2X2 Latvian Seminars Minneapolis, MN | Scholarships and Other Support for Summer Seminar Activities | $6,600 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,023,610 | $1,121,349 | $1,135,796 | $93,500 | 5 | $564,957 |
| 2023 | $8,689,428 | $784,218 | $1,106,977 | $107,200 | 5 | $250,289 |
| 2022 | $8,371,321 | $964,751 | $1,231,992 | $116,275 | 6 | $202,541 |
| 2021 | $10,024,665 | $1,038,954 | $1,192,428 | $148,360 | 9 | $318,865 |
| 2020 | $9,595,633 | $2,727,858 | $931,725 | $157,100 | 10 | $1,499,586 |
About American Latvian Association in the Unit
Based on IRS filings
American Latvian Association in the Unit is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Rockville, MD. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $9.0M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 5 grants totaling $94K. Net investment income was $565K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
American Latvian Association in the Unit is led by Marisa Gudrais, Executive Director on every filing since 2020; 1 of 13 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Marisa Gudrais
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$74K (2020) → $88K (2024)
Martins Andersons
President
Vice President → President, 2022
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dzintars Dzilna
Director of Public Affairs
Public Affairs Director → Director of Public Affairs, 2022
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Elisa Freimanis
Director of Office of Educ
Education Director → Director of Office of Education, 2022
Director of Office of Education → Director of Office of Educ, 2023
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mikelis Giga
Director of Office of Spor
Sports Office Director → Director of Office of Sports Affairs, 2022
Director of Office of Sports Affairs → Director of Office of Spor, 2023
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Valda Grinbergs
Director of Office of Cult
Cultural Affairs Director - Cu → Director of Office of Cultural Affairs, 2022
Director of Office of Cultural Affairs → Director of Office of Cult, 2023
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Diana Karklins
Director of Office for Sup
Director of Office for Support & Aid to Latvia → Director of Office for Sup, 2023
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Inese Stravelli Nonvoting
Director of Ala Cultural F
Director of Ala Cultural Foundation → Director of Ala Cultural F, 2023
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Aleksandra Malinovskis
Membership Director
New on the 2024 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Andrejs Kancs
Vice President
Assitant Treasurer - Current → Assitant Treasurer, 2021
Assitant Treasurer → Vice President, 2022
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Anita Grivins
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Renate Gravers Nonvoting
Ala Latvian Museum Visitor
Ala Latvian Museum Visitor Services Coordinator → Ala Latvian Museum Visitor, 2023
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ingrida Heinze
Secretary
New on the 2024 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (18)
- Former: Kristine Giga (2021–2024) — Fundraising Director & Member · Filing note: Through oct 2024
- Former: Linda Zalite (2022–2024) — Director of Information of · Filing note: Through oct 2024
- Former: Ieva Dexter (2023–2024) — Secretary & Director of Information Officer · Filing note: Through oct 2024
- Former: Nora Steele (2020–2023) — Secretary · Filing note: Through October 2023
- Former: Kaija Petrovskis Former (2022) — Director of Office for Support & Aid to Latvia
- Former: Lilita Bergs Nonvoting (2022) — Director of Ala Latvian Museum
- Former: Tatjana Zagare-Vitina Former (2022) — Director of Information Officer
- Former: Inese Stravelli (2020–2021) — Cultural Director
- Former: Lilita Bergs (2020–2021) — Museum Director Nonvoting
- Former: Peteris Blumbergs (2020–2021) — President
- Former: Tatjana Zagare-Vitina (2020–2021) — Information Office Director
- Former: Kaija Petrovskis (2021) — Director of Office Support & Aid
- Former: Nora Muizniece-Steele (2021) — Secretary
- Former: Anita Nagelis (2020) — Assistant Treasurer
- Former: Kaija Petrovska (2020) — Director of Office Support & Aid to Latvia
- Former: Kristine Giga Bauer (2020) — Membership & Fundraising Director
- Former: Liga Ejups (2020) — Cultural Affairs Director
- Former: Sanita Sumane (2020) — Cultural Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $88K, to Marisa Gudrais (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about American Latvian Association in the Unit
How much does American Latvian Association in the Unit give each year?
American Latvian Association in the Unit gave $94K across 5 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $107K across 5 grants.
What is American Latvian Association in the Unit's typical grant size?
American Latvian Association in the Unit's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $18,700, across 5 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does American Latvian Association in the Unit give grants?
American Latvian Association in the Unit's top state is Maryland, with 48% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Michigan (36%) and Washington (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Rockville, MD (2 grants).
Does American Latvian Association in the Unit give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on American Latvian Association in the Unit's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are American Latvian Association in the Unit's largest grantees?
American Latvian Association in the Unit's largest 2024 grantees include Joint Baltic American National Committee ($34,800), Latvian Center Garezers ($33,600) and World Federation of Free Latvians ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 84% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is American Latvian Association in the Unit?
American Latvian Association in the Unit reported $9.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.1M.
What is American Latvian Association in the Unit?
American Latvian Association in the Unit is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Rockville, MD. It holds $9.0M in total assets as of 2024.
What is American Latvian Association in the Unit's EIN?
American Latvian Association in the Unit's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 53-0215408. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS September 19, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS July 30, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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