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 Welcomes Madeline Soboleff Levy
Posted 2/7/2026Sealaska welcomes Madeline Soboleff Levy as our new Vice President of Policy and Corporate Affairs.
Online Notary Service for Stock Wills
Posted 1/28/2026
Sealaska is pleased to welcome Heather Shá xat k’ei Gurko
Posted 12/17/2025Sealaska is pleased to welcome Heather Shá xat k’ei Gurko as our new Director of Shareholder Communications.
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…
