National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc
National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc is a Washington, DC-based public charity and a 501(c)(3) membership association founded in 1998. It supports Tribal historic preservation programs and leaders through guidance, technical assistance, advocacy, partnerships, and grants.
National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc at a glance
In short: National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc gave $123K across 21 grants in 2024 (avg $6K), top state California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $123,270
- +37.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 21
- Average grant
- $5,870
- Median grant
- $5,870
- Total assets
- $2,205,449
- +751.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (19% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc
- How to Apply
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For the 2026 cycle, eligible full members with paid dues could apply through the application form. The cycle is closed.
- Review Cycle
- The 2026 application period ran from July 13 through July 31, 2026, or until 25 applications were received, whichever came first. This cycle has passed.
- Deadline
- The 2026 application period ran from July 13 through July 31, 2026, or until 25 applications were received, whichever…
- Contact
Mailing address: 1255 22Nd St Nw 19189, Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 628-8476
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc
Who National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Bear River Band of the Rohner ($6K). Together the top 10 received $59K.
Grant Size Distribution
21 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 21 grants of 21 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
NATHPO describes its work as national. In 2024, its grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states; the largest reported state shares were California (19%) and Montana, Oklahoma, Washington, and Michigan (10% each).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $65K (2022) to $123K (2024). In 2024 it made 21 grants totaling $123K.
Hatched bars: grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bear River Band of the Rohner Loleta, CA | Protecting Native Places | $5,870 |
| BlackFeet Tribe of the Blackf Browning, MT | Protecting Native Places | $5,870 |
| Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes Concho, OK | Protecting Native Places | $5,870 |
| Iowa Tribe of Kansas & Nebras White Cloud, KS | Protecting Native Places | $5,870 |
| Jamestown SKlallam Tribal Ca Sequim, WA | Protecting Native Places | $5,870 |
| Jena Band of Choctaw Indians Trout, LA | Protecting Native Places | $5,870 |
| Kashia Band of Pomo Indians o Santa Rosa, CA | Protecting Native Places | $5,870 |
| Laac Vieux Desert Bank of Lak Watersmeet, MI | Protecting Native Places | $5,870 |
| Lower Sioux Indian Community Morton, MN | Protecting Native Places | $5,870 |
| Lumbee Land Development Inc Pembroke, NC | Protecting Native Places | $5,870 |
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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 | $2,205,449 | $3,373,838 | $1,228,094 | $123,270 | 21 | $5,441 |
| 2023 | $258,891 | $938,799 | $1,006,183 | $90,000 | Total only | $40 |
| 2022 | $127,100 | $697,956 | $642,504 | $64,776 | Total only | $26 |
| 2021 | $142,225 | $399,741 | $355,334 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $20,300 | $127,161 | $118,595 | — | — | — |
"Total only": grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
NATHPO’s stated mission is to provide guidance to preservation officials, elected representatives, and the public about national historic preservation legislation, policies, and regulations. It also promotes Tribal sovereignty, develops partnerships, and advocates for Tribes in governmental activities related to preservation.
The organization’s filing describes assistance to Tribal reservations and grants to communities for preservation work. Its website says Protecting Native Places grants support THPOs’ work under the National Historic Preservation Act and other priorities they identify. Among 2024 grantees, Jamestown S’Klallam Tribal Capital Inc. describes its mission as fostering sustainable economic development and business ventures in Tribal and adjoining rural communities. Lumbee Land Development Inc. describes services for Tribal members that include cultural services, housing and energy assistance, vocational rehabilitation, career development, opioid recovery, and veteran services.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, NATHPO reported 21 grants totaling $123,270. Each grant was $5,870, and the listed purpose was “PROTECTING NATIVE PLACES.” The filing reported no grants in 2023 or 2022.
Recipients included Bear River Band of the Rohner in California, BlackFeet Tribe of the Blackf in Montana, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes in Oklahoma, Jamestown S’Klallam Tribal Capital Inc. in Washington, and Lumbee Land Development Inc. in North Carolina; each received $5,870.
NATHPO’s website describes a 2026 Protecting Native Places cycle offering $40,000 grants to eligible full members with paid dues. It limited applications to one per Tribe and did not permit back-to-back awards. The application form was the stated application method; the available information does not specify additional required materials.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Valerie Grussing as Executive Director; Lakota Hobia as Chairman; Michael Black Wolf as Vice Chair; and Billie Burtrum as Treasurer/Sec. It also lists Melissa Madrigal, Richard Begay, Jill Wagner, Michael Kickingbear Johnson, Sunshine Thomas-Bear, and Sean Scruggs as directors.
National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc is led by Valerie Grussing, Executive Director on every filing since 2020; 2 of 12 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Valerie Grussing
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$63K (2020) → $143K (2024)
Lakota Hobia
Chairman
Board Director → Chairman, 2024
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Melissa Madrigal
Director
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$114K (2023) → $127K (2024)
Jill Wagner
Board Director
Treasury & Secretary → Treasurer & Secretary, 2022
Treasurer & Secretary → Board Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Richard Begay
Board Director
Board of Directors → Board Director, 2022
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Kickingbear Johnson
Board Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Raphael Wahwassuck
Board Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sean Scruggs
Board Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steven Concho
Board Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sunshine Thomas-Bear
Board Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Black Wolf
Vice Chair
Board Director → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2022
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Billie Burtrum
Treasurer & Secretary
Board Director → Treasurer & Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (11)
- Former: Jon Eagle Sr. (2020–2023) — Vice Chair
- Former: Kurt Dongoske (2020–2023) — Board Director
- Former: Lance Foster (2020–2023) — Board Director
- Former: Nick Laluk (2020–2023) — Board Director
- Former: Shasta Gaughen (2020–2023) — Chairperson
- Former: Danielle Simon (2023) — Board Director
- Former: Cheyanne St John (2020–2022) — Board Director
- Former: Everett Bandy (2020–2022) — Board Director
- Former: Paul Backhouse (2021–2022) — Board Director
- Former: Michael Blackwolf (2020–2021) — Board of Directors
- Former: Alina Shively (2020) — Board of Directors
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 $143K, to Valerie Grussing (Executive Dir.). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc
How much does National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc give each year?
National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc gave $123K across 21 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it reported $90K in grants paid.
What is National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc's typical grant size?
National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc's median grant in 2024 was $5,870, and its average grant was $5,870, across 21 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc give grants?
National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc's top state is California, with 19% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Montana (10%) and Oklahoma (10%).
Does National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 21 grants with a stated purpose on National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Protecting Native Places" (21 grants).
Who are National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc's largest grantees?
National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Bear River Band of the Rohner ($5,870), BlackFeet Tribe of the Blackf ($5,870) and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes ($5,870), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 14% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc?
National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc reported $2.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $3.4M.
What does National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc fund?
NATHPO’s stated mission is to provide guidance to preservation officials, elected representatives, and the public about national historic preservation legislation, policies, and regulations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc?
For the 2026 cycle, eligible full members with paid dues could apply through the application form. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc's EIN?
National Association of Tribal Historic Officers Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 74-2893040. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS June 19, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS August 22, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 19, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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