Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest
Renewable northwest (RNW) works to protect recently passed clean energy legislation in Oregon and washington and to encourage state regulators to enforce these standards. RNW advocates for bpa to thoughtfully decide how and when to participate in day-ahead regional markets to yield the best outcomes for the entire region. RNW expanded relationships With county level staff and elected officials in order to improve siting outcomes for renewable energy projects. RNW expanded relationships across Montana and Idaho in support of new renewable energy and transmission. In Oregon, RNW helped scope a state-wide energy strategy and an off-shore wind roadmap.
Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest at a glance
In short: Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest gave $220K across 4 grants in 2025 (avg $55K), top state Oregon. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $219,528
- Grants made (2025)
- 4
- Average grant
- $54,882
- Median grant
- $51,794
- Total assets
- $1,810,512
- -12.5% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Oregon (41% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 4 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Oregon Environmental Council ($91K). Together the top 4 received $220K.
Grant Size Distribution
4 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 4 (50%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 4 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 4 grants totaling $220K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon Environmental Council Portland, OR | Support for Oregon Clean Grid Collective | $90,940 |
| Idaho Engergy Freedom Boise, ID | Fiscal Sponsorship Communication Support | $65,000 |
| Washington Maritime Blue Seattle, WA | Off Shore Wind Project Support | $38,588 |
| Colorado Energy & Water Institute Denver, CO | Western Energy Caucus | $25,000 |
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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 | $1,810,512 | $2,738,202 | $3,093,428 | $219,528 | 4 | $41,916 |
| 2024 | $2,068,066 | $3,359,633 | $3,416,632 | — | — | $48,813 |
| 2023 | $2,258,823 | $2,651,117 | $2,409,266 | — | — | $16,123 |
| 2022 | $1,936,448 | $1,427,776 | $1,435,917 | — | — | $2,572 |
| 2021 | $1,768,710 | $1,947,685 | $1,202,127 | — | — | $750 |
| 2020 | $1,232,556 | $1,032,699 | $1,169,624 | — | — | $3,012 |
About Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest
Based on IRS filings
Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Portland, OR. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $1.8M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 4 grants totaling $220K. Net investment income was $42K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest is led by Nicole Hughes, Executive Director since 2023 (on filings since 2020); 6 of 20 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Nicole Hughes
Executive Director
Executive Di → Executive Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$160K (2020) → $205K (2025)
David Bobzien
Chair
Director → Chair, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Adam Capage
Outreach & Communications Director
Board Chair → Outreach & Community Director, 2024
Outreach & Community Director → Outreach & Communications Director, 2025
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$139K (2024) → $144K (2025)
Mike Goetz
Regulatory Affairs Director
Director → Board Chair, 2023
Board Chair → Regulatory Affairs Director, 2025
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$143K (2025)
Diane Brandt
Policy & Legislative Affairs Director
Policy & Legislative Affairs Director → Policy & Legislative Affai, 2024
Policy & Legislative Affai → Policy & Legislative Affairs Director, 2025
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$106K (2023) → $150K (2025)
Holly Ross
Operations Director
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$122K (2025)
Pam Mahon
Administrative Director - Prior
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$158K (2025)
Sarah Qureshi
Director
Director → Secretary, 2022
Secretary → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Anne Hedges
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Eileen Quigley
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nora Apter
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Abby Arnold
Director
Deputy Director → Director, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bo Downen
Director
Vice Chair → Director, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Damien Hall
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Gardner
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark Thompson
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Matt Traldi
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Priya Sreedharan
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2025
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tim Miller
Treasurer
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ben Otto
Vice Chair
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (14)
- Former: Nancy Hirsh (2020–2024) — Director
- Former: Nancy Kelly (2020–2024) — Director
- Former: Noah Long (2020–2024) — Director
- Former: Kenneth Labeja (2021–2024) — Treasurer
- Former: Dan Jaynes (2024) — Director
- Former: Pamela A. Mahon (2024) — Administrative Director
- Former: Jon Chase (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Kevin Lynch (2020–2023) — Board Vice Chair
- Former: Virinder Singh (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Max Greene (2022–2023) — Deputy Director
- Former: Daniel Osborn Mills (2022) — Director
- Former: Jeff Bissonnette (2020–2021) — Treasurer
- Former: Jim Jensen (2020–2021) — Secretary
- Former: V. John White (2020–2021) — Director
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 $205K, to Nicole Hughes (Executive Director). 6 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest
How much does Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest give each year?
Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest gave $220K across 4 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
What is Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest's typical grant size?
Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest's median grant in 2025 was $51,794, and its average grant was $54,882, across 4 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest give grants?
Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest's top state is Oregon, with 41% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Idaho (30%) and Washington (18%).
Does Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 4 grants with a stated purpose on Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
How large is Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest?
Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest reported $1.8M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.7M.
What is Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest?
Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Portland, OR. It holds $1.8M in total assets as of 2025.
What is Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest's EIN?
Renewable Northwest Project DBA Renewable Northwest's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 91-1815618. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS June 17, 2026)
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