East Tennessee Clean Fuels Coalition
The East Tennessee Clean Fuels Coalition (ETCleanFuels) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Knoxville, Tennessee, located at 311 Conference Center Building, Knoxville, TN 37996-4134. Founded in 2002, the organization operates as a designated coalition with the U.S. Department of Energy's Clean Cities Program, which resides within the Vehicle Technologies Program as part of the Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE).
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$884K
+7.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.4M
+50.2% YoY
Grant Count
34
+30.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$40K
+14.9% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
ETCleanFuels' mission is to increase the use of cleaner American fuels and vehicles and energy-saving transportation technologies to improve air quality and health, curb dependence on imported petroleum, and support Tennessee's economy.
The organization's primary program focuses on the Alternative Fuels Program, which works to increase alternative fuels adoption in East Tennessee through engagement with both commercial fleets and the general public. The organization's work centers on implementing alternative fuel projects and fostering a sustainable coalition of participants across East Tennessee.
Grantmaking
The organization functions as both a coalition coordinator and grantmaker. Based on recent IRS filings, the organization has total assets of $1,091,227 and total giving of $1,325,115. Typical grant awards range from $5,400 to $505,012.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
ETCleanFuels covers 47 counties in East and Middle Tennessee. In partnership with Middle-West Tennessee Clean Fuels, the two coalitions together operate as "Tennessee Clean Fuels," serving the entire state of Tennessee with the aim of increasing alternative fuels adoption and awareness statewide.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $1,091,227
- Total Giving: $1,325,115
- Program Expense Ratio: 86.73% (indicating a significant portion of funds directed toward mission-related activities)
The organization maintains an independent board and is required to file IRS Form 990 or 990-EZ annually. It maintains tax-exempt status in Tennessee and provides a Corporate Annual Report and Charitable Solicitations report to the Secretary of State every year.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $884,119 | $822,566 | $863,754 |
| Revenue | $2,428,664 | $1,856,235 | $1,681,996 |
| Expenses | $2,583,174 | $1,836,036 | $1,714,483 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $93 | $24 | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
73 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Clean Fuels Ohio ($327,476), Derby Distribution Inc ($132,600), Illinois Alliance for Clean Transportation ($67,739).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CLEAN FUELS OHIO | ENERGY UPGRADES | $327,476 |
| DERBY DISTRIBUTION INC | ENERGY UPGRADES | $132,600 |
| ILLINOIS ALLIANCE FOR CLEAN TRANSPORTATION | ENERGY UPGRADES | $67,739 |
| HAWKINS COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION | ENERGY UPGRADES | $67,000 |
| UTAH CLEAN CITIES COALITION | ENERGY UPGRADES | $59,400 |
| DRIVE CLEAN COLORADO | ENERGY UPGRADES | $58,400 |
| GREATER WASHINGTON REGION CLEAN CITIES COALITION | ENERGY UPGRADES | $58,280 |
| NEW JERSEY CLEAN CITIES COALITION | ENERGY UPGRADES | $52,640 |
| WASTE MGMT (V) | ENERGY UPGRADES | $46,000 |
| LOUISIANA CLEAN FUELS | ENERGY UPGRADES | $41,300 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Jonathan Overly – Coalition Director and Chief Executive Officer
- Carla R. York – President of the Board of Directors
- Danniel Siksay – Chief Operating Officer
- Jennifer Kidd – Chief of Staff
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARLA YORK | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| JAN COMPTON | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| CHRIS LOWERY | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| CHRIS COX | ADVISOR | 1 | — |
| SCOTT CURRAN | ADVISOR | 1 | — |
| CONSEULO CAPSHAW | ADVISOR | 1 | — |
| HAPPY FOX | ADVISOR | 1 | — |
| MINGZHOU JIN | ADVISOR | 1 | — |
| JONATHAN OVERLY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The organization has been actively involved in promoting medium- and heavy-duty vehicle projects and electric vehicle charging infrastructure expansion. Recent initiatives include coordination with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) on grant programs for medium- and heavy-duty vehicle projects under the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust.
TDEC Announces Grants for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Projects Under VolkswagenThe Coalition has recognized regional leadership in alternative fuels efforts, including recognition of Kingsport for its commitment to advancing alternative fuels adoption.
East Tennessee Clean Fuels recognize Kingsport for leadership in alternativeThe organization received recognition awards including Coordinator of the Year (2006) from the National Alternative Fuels Exposition & Conference and Air Conservationist of the Year (2007) from the Tennessee Wildlife Federation.
East Tennessee Clean Fuels recognize Kingsport for leadership in alternativeFrequently Asked Questions
What does East Tennessee Clean Fuels Coalition fund?
ETCleanFuels' mission is to increase the use of cleaner American fuels and vehicles and energy-saving transportation technologies to improve air quality and health, curb dependence on imported petroleum, and support Tennessee's economy. The organization's primary program focuses on the **Alternative Fuels Program**, which works to increase alternative fuels adoption in East Tennessee through engagement with both commercial fleets and the general public. The organization's work centers on implem…
How do I apply for a grant from East Tennessee Clean Fuels Coalition?
The organization functions as both a coalition coordinator and grantmaker. Based on recent IRS filings, the organization has total assets of $1,091,227 and total giving of $1,325,115. Typical grant awards range from $5,400 to $505,012. The organization's grantmaking focuses on education, single organization support, and public and societal benefit, with recent activity in Colorado, Wyoming, and Wisconsin.
Where does East Tennessee Clean Fuels Coalition make grants?
ETCleanFuels covers 47 counties in East and Middle Tennessee. In partnership with Middle-West Tennessee Clean Fuels, the two coalitions together operate as "Tennessee Clean Fuels," serving the entire state of Tennessee with the aim of increasing alternative fuels adoption and awareness statewide.
What size grants does East Tennessee Clean Fuels Coalition award?
In 2024, East Tennessee Clean Fuels Coalition awarded 34 grants totaling $1.4M — an average of about $40K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is East Tennessee Clean Fuels Coalition's EIN?
East Tennessee Clean Fuels Coalition's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 75-3073054. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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