ANCSA Benefits
Thursday, November 4, 2021
State and Regional Economic Benefits by ANCSA Corporations
“The passage of Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) had effects that reached far beyond Alaska Native people. By creating Alaska Native-owned, for-profit corporations, ANCSA brought additional economic diversity to the state that has benefited all Alaskans, either directly or indirectly. ANCSA brought added value to the economy of the State of Alaska, the federal government, and the private sector.” — ANCSA Regional Association
- In 2018, Alaska Native Regional corporations generated 62% of Alaska’s $17.2 billion gross revenues.
- In FY 2017 Alaska Native regional corporations contributed over $17 million to non-profit organizations that support youth development, workforce development, health and humanitarian services, arts and culture, and more.
Shareholder Benefits Provided by ANCSA Regional Corporations
- Employment/Internships
- Workforce Development
- Scholarships ($10 M+ annually – statewide; Sealaska Endowment)
- Dividends/Distributions
- Investment in culture, social services, education, healthcare, economic dev.
- Advocacy on Native and Rural Issues
- Land Ownership & Management
- Lands in Native Ownership
- Sustainable Use and Management
- Land & Resource Management
Latest News
Sealaska Announces Fall 2025 Distribution of $11.8 Million
Posted 11/12/2025
Sealaska is announcing a Fall 2025 distribution totaling $11.8 million, to be issued to shareholders on Thursday, November 13. The board of directors approved the distribution at its meeting on Friday, November 7. The upcoming distribution includes $2.9 million in dividends from Sealaska’s operations, $3.6 million from the Marjorie V. Young (MVY) Shareholder Permanent Fund, and $5.3…
Sealaska Approves $11.8 Million Fall Distribution, Welcomes New Youth Advisor, and Advances Community Investments
Posted 11/7/2025
Aak’w Kwáan (Juneau, Alaska), November 7, 2025 — Sealaska’s Board of Directors approved a $11.8 million fall distribution to shareholders to be issued Thursday, Nov. 13. The distribution reflects Sealaska’s commitment to its people and culture. Including descendants in the distribution ensures equitable generational sharing that honors ancestral stewardship. Sealaska welcomes Caleb Lee…
Southeast Native Leaders Share Vision & Priorities at Roundtable
Posted 10/8/2025
October 8, 2025 — For the first time in decades, leaders from Southeast Alaska’s tribes, Native corporations and tribal organizations came together in Juneau, Alaska for a Native Roundtable. Held September 29-30, 2025, the two-day summit created a powerful platform for renewed collaboration, strategic dialogue and collective visioning around the most pressing issues facing the region’s communities.
To the Other Shore: Honoring T’weich eesh Clarence Antioquia
Posted 9/18/2025
Juneau, Alaska (September 18, 2025) — To the Other Shore: We are deeply saddened to share the passing of former Sealaska executive, T’weich eesh Clarence “Clay” Antioquia, at the age of 85. A highly respected statewide leader in the Alaska Native community, Clay was Eagle, T’eikweidí, and Bear House (Yakutat). He was born in Sitka, Alaska, the son of Roman Antioquia…
Sealaska Announces Appointment of Sarah Dybdahl as First Female President
Posted 8/26/2025
Juneau, Alaska (August 26, 2025) — The Sealaska Board of Directors has unanimously voted to appoint Sarah Dybdahl as the corporation’s new President, following a thorough recruitment process. This leadership transition comes in parallel with updating the Sealaska strategic plan and refining the institution’s mission and vision. Sarah Dybdahl (Aanshawatk’i), Taakw.aaneidi clan…
