Nonprofit spending analysis for Alaska: 87% goes to programs, 9% to administration, 4% to fundraising. Based on 175 organizations.
Among 7,003 nonprofits in Alaska, 175 report detailed spending breakdowns. On average, 87% of expenses go directly to charitable programs, 9% to administrative costs, and 4% to fundraising activities.
Alaska nonprofits demonstrate strong program efficiency, with the average organization directing 87% of spending to programs — above the widely-cited 75% benchmark used by charity watchdog organizations.
The 175 organizations collectively manage $11.6B in revenue and $21.2B in assets, making spending efficiency a critical metric for the charitable sector in Alaska.
| # | Organization | Program % | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tikigaqmiut Incorporated | 60% | $0 |
| 2 | Scott Gomez Foundation | 60% | $723K |
| 3 | Cape Barnabas Inc | 70% | $48K |
| 4 | Parks Foundation | 70% | $2.2M |
| 5 | Parks Education Foundation | 70% | $62K |
| 6 | Alaska Correctional Officers Association Inc | 70% | $965K |
| 7 | Palmer Museum Of History And Art | 70% | $288K |
| 8 | Renewable Resources Coalition Inc | 70% | $0 |
| 9 | Alaska Family Action Inc | 70% | $20K |
| 10 | Haines Assisted Living Inc | 70% | $469K |
| 11 | Deneki House Inc | 70% | $59K |
| 12 | Morris Thomspon Cultural & Visitors Center | 75% | $1.1M |
| 13 | The Seer School | 75% | $182K |
| 14 | Opera Fairbanks | 75% | $608 |
| 15 | Big Alaska Snowboard And Free Ski Club Inc | 75% | $0 |
| 16 | United Nonprofits Llc | 75% | $334K |
| 17 | Aasc Ii | 75% | $144K |
| 18 | Alaska Dental Society Charitable Activities Fund Inc | 75% | $0 |
| 19 | Clia Alaska | 75% | $1.0M |
| 20 | American Bald Eagle Foundation Haines Chapter Inc | 75% | $429K |
On average, Alaska nonprofits spend 87% on programs, 9% on administration, and 4% on fundraising. This is based on IRS 990 data from 175 organizations.
Most charity evaluators consider 75% or higher to be a strong program expense ratio. In Alaska, the average is 87%.
The table above ranks Alaska nonprofits by program spending percentage. You can also use our Rankings page to find the most efficient organizations nationally or by state.