Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc
CLEARPATH ACTION FOR CONSERVATIVE CLEAN is a public charity based in Charlotte, North Carolina, formed in 2016. It develops policy and messaging and works with policymakers and industry to advance clean energy innovation, modernized permitting and regulatory reform, American manufacturing competitiveness, and development of domestic resources.
Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc at a glance
In short: Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc gave $9.2M across 15 grants in 2025 (avg $611K), mostly in North Carolina. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $9,160,000
- +2190.0% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 15
- +650.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $610,667
- +205.3% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $300,000
- Total assets
- $7,237,798
- +61.0% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (52% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 1355 Greenwood Cliff Rd 400, Charlotte, NC 28204
Phone: (704) 945-0498
Website: https://clearpathaction.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Clearpath Action Fund Inc ($4.0M). Together the top 10 received $8.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
21 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $250–500K range: 9 grants of 21 (43%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, while its website describes work with policymakers from Washington, D.C., to statehouses across the country. In 2025, 52% of grant dollars went to recipients in North Carolina, 28% to Virginia, 6% to Washington, D.C., 4% to Louisiana, and 3% to Alabama.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 15 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc gives
- Giving grew 9060% from 2022 to 2025. 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 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $10K (2020) to $9.2M (2025). In 2025 it made 15 grants totaling $9.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clearpath Action Fund Inc Charlotte, NC | General Operating Support | $4,000,000 |
| Conservative Majority Project Arlington, VA | Social Welfare Purposes | $1,000,000 |
| North Carolina Information Innovation Fund Inc Raleigh, NC | Social Welfare Purposes | $800,000 |
| American Jobs and Security Inc Alexandria, VA | Social Welfare Purposes | $750,000 |
| Louisiana Legacy Policy Solutions Inc Baton Rouge, LA | Social Welfare Purposes | $410,000 |
| Rainey Center Freedom Project Washington, DC | Social Welfare Purposes | $300,000 |
| American Voice Birmingham, AL | Social Welfare Purposes | $300,000 |
| Stronger America Inc Arlington, VA | Social Welfare Purposes | $300,000 |
| Bipartisan Policy Center Action Washington, DC | Social Welfare Purposes | $250,000 |
| One Nation Haymarket, VA | Social Welfare Purposes | $250,000 |
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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 | $7,237,798 | $16,411,720 | $13,401,126 | $9,160,000 | 15 | $301,720 |
| 2024 | $4,496,774 | $5,510,654 | $4,476,359 | $400,000 | 2 | $176,174 |
| 2023 | $3,711,020 | $4,276,812 | $3,931,662 | $540,000 | 3 | $59,312 |
| 2022 | $2,827,035 | $3,514,245 | $4,040,287 | $100,000 | 1 | $3,176 |
| 2021 | $3,366,386 | $2,567,520 | $2,550,684 | — | — | $1,720 |
| 2020 | $3,201,125 | $5,421,476 | $2,782,182 | $10,000 | 1 | $126 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to advocate for more clean energy innovation, modernized permitting and regulatory reform, America’s global competitiveness for manufacturing, and unlocking more American resources. Its filing says it develops policy and messaging and works with policymakers and industry. The website identifies policy areas including the power sector, advanced manufacturing, permitting, and agriculture, and describes support for technologies such as nuclear power, carbon capture, hydropower, and energy storage.
In 2025, grantees included organizations with varied stated missions. North Carolina Information Innovation Fund said it educates North Carolina residents about civic duty and election-related matters and conducts related research. American Jobs and Security said it promotes peace and prosperity through strong security policies. Stronger America said it promotes good government and educates people about limited-government fiscal conservatism and family values. The Rainey Center Freedom Project described itself as an advocacy partner advancing freedom, equality, and a more perfect union. Bipartisan Policy Center Action said it advances bipartisan policy solutions through the legislative process. One Nation said it educates, equips, and engages citizens on economic and legislative issues.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the organization reported 15 grants totaling $9,160,000. Grant sizes ranged from $100,000 to $4,000,000, with a median of $300,000. The largest awards included $4,000,000 to ClearPath Action Fund Inc for general operating support, $1,000,000 to Conservative Majority Project, $800,000 to North Carolina Information Innovation Fund Inc, and $750,000 to American Jobs and Security Inc. The latter three grants were reported for social welfare purposes.
Other reported grants included $410,000 to Louisiana Legacy Policy Solutions Inc; $300,000 each to Rainey Center Freedom Project, American Voice, and Stronger America Inc; and $250,000 each to Bipartisan Policy Center Action, One Nation, and Take Me Home WV Inc. Senate Opportunity Fund received $150,000, and Brighter Future Alliance received $100,000.
The filing says the organization maintains communication with grantees and receives periodic updates about grant activities. It also says formal monitoring procedures are limited because grants are generally unrestricted and provided for general operating support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Jay W. Faison as chairman and president, and Zak Baig and Neal Patel as directors.
Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc is led by Jay W. Faison, Chairman & President on every filing since 2020; 1 of 3 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Jay W. Faison
Chairman & President
On filings since 2020
6 hrs/week
$16K (2020) → $11K (2025)
Neal Patel
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Zak Baig
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 $11K, to Jay W Faison (Chairman and President).
Frequently asked questions about Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc
How much does Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc give each year?
Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc gave $9.2M across 15 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $400K across 2 grants.
What is Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc's typical grant size?
Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc's median grant in 2025 was $300,000, and its average grant was $610,667, across 15 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc give grants?
Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc gives mostly in North Carolina: 52% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest states were Virginia (28%) and District of Columbia (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Arlington, VA (2 grants), Alexandria, VA (2 grants) and Washington, DC (2 grants).
Does Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc give general operating support?
Occasionally: 7% of Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 15) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990. Recurring purposes include "Social Welfare Purposes" (14 grants).
Who are Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc's largest grantees?
Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Clearpath Action Fund Inc ($4,000,000), Conservative Majority Project ($1,000,000) and North Carolina Information Innovation Fund Inc ($800,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 63% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc?
Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc reported $7.2M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $16.4M.
What does Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to advocate for more clean energy innovation, modernized permitting and regulatory reform, America’s global competitiveness for manufacturing, and unlocking more American resources. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc?
Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check clearpathaction.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc's EIN?
Clearpath Action for Conservative Clean Energy Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-1363692. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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 10, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS December 4, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 13, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 11, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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