Sightline Institute
To make the Cascadia bioregion-from Alaska to Oregon and from the Pacific to the northern Rockies-a global model of sustainability with strong communities, a green economy, and a healthy environment.
Key facts about Sightline Institute
- EIN
- 52-1833599
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $35,082
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- Average grant
- $17,541
- Median grant
- $17,541
- Total assets
- $7,176,336
- Primary geography
- Oregon (57% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$7.2M
-4.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$35K
+63.2% YoY
Grant Count
2
+100.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$18K
-18.4% YoY
About Sightline Institute
Based on IRS filings
Sightline Institute is a nonprofit organization focused on Environment & Animals, based in Seattle, WA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $7.2M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $35K. Net investment income was $181K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 2 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $7,176,336 | $7,547,705 | $5,360,204 |
| Revenue | $2,520,867 | $4,704,842 | $2,802,041 |
| Expenses | $3,249,823 | $2,945,365 | $3,023,017 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $180,813 | $46,457 | $145,338 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
4 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include 1000 Friends of Oregon ($19,882), Hopewell Fund ($15,200).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1000 Friends of Oregon Portland, OR | State legislative advocacy partnership | $19,882 |
| Hopewell Fund Washington, DC | State legislative advocacy partnership | $15,200 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| John McGarry | Chair | 1 | — |
| Tl'ehskwiisimka Marshall | Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Shawmut Shaw Canale | Treasurer (Former) | 1 | — |
| Brynn Arborico | Secretary | 1 | — |
| Wayne Lei | Secretary (Former) | 1 | — |
| Jason Pretty Boy | Director | 1 | — |
| Ray Fung | Director | 1 | — |
| Nolan Lienhart | Director | 1 | — |
| Neelima Shah | Director | 1 | — |
| Erim Gomez | Director | 1 | — |
| Sara Moorehead | Director | 1 | — |
| Cynthia Putnam | Director | 1 | — |
| Alan Durning | Executive Director | 40 | $198,548 |
| Meaghan Tracy | Managing Director | 40 | $134,850 |
| Anna Fahey | Principal Director of Strategy | 40 | $125,734 |
| Dan Bertolet | Senior Director of Housing+Cities | 40 | $128,165 |
| Serena Larkin | Director of Communications | 40 | $111,128 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sightline Institute?
Sightline Institute is a nonprofit organization focused on Environment & Animals, based in Seattle, WA. It holds $7.2M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Sightline Institute?
As of 2024, Sightline Institute holds $7.2M in total assets with $2.5M in annual revenue. It awarded 2 grants totaling $35K in 2024.
Where does Sightline Institute operate?
Sightline Institute has awarded grants in District of Columbia, Oregon, Washington.
What size grants does Sightline Institute award?
In 2024, Sightline Institute awarded 2 grants totaling $35K — an average of about $18K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Sightline Institute's EIN?
Sightline Institute's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1833599. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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