SOVEREIGN ENERGY

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Financial Vulnerability Assessment (Tuckman-Chang)

4 risk indicators measuring financial stability and operational resilience

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Financial Trends

Organization Details

Formation Year

2021

Legal Domicile

Principal Officer

MAYANE CHAVEZ BARUDIN

Phone

5056996703

Tax Period

2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31

SOVEREIGN ENERGY, founded in 2021, is a small nonprofit in the Environment sector that reported $238K in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. The organization ran a surplus of $218K, a strong 92% operating margin.

Mission

Sovereign Energy builds the individual and collective power of Southwest Pueblos and Tribes to lead the way toward a just, interdependent, and sustainable energy future.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1

Expenses: $5,556 Revenue: $0

Capacity constraints hinder energy development in Tribal Nations, making capacity-building essential for energy sovereignty. Sovereign Energy empowers Tribes through initiatives like technical...

Capacity constraints hinder energy development in Tribal Nations, making capacity-building essential for energy sovereignty. Sovereign Energy empowers Tribes through initiatives like technical support, policy guidance, and project planning to enhance their renewable energy leadership. We help Tribes overcome mistrust from historical energy exploitation, offering free assistance on everything from project development to regulatory navigation. Our goal is to enable Tribes to achieve energy independence, foster economic growth, and create healthier communities, while also increasing Indigenous representation in the broader energy sector.

Program 2

Expenses: $3,567 Revenue: $0

Sovereign Energy is dedicated to advancing education and energy literacy within Indigenous communities across the Southwest United States. We simplify complex energy issues, ensuring Tribal leaders can make informed decisions while respecting Tribal sovereignty. Our work promotes collaboration and understanding among stakeholders, ensuring that energy development aligns with Tribal values. Additionally, we support Indigenous students and professionals to increase their representation and influence in the broader energy sector.

Program 3

Expenses: $1,694 Revenue: $0

Cultural Resource Protection: Sovereign Energy advocates for expanding energy infrastructure while protecting Tribal cultural resources, traditional landscapes, and sacred sites, which are vital to Tribal identity. We emphasize the need for informed Tribal leadership in renewable energy development to ensure cultural preservation alongside progress. At the project level, we assist Tribes in navigating permitting and regulatory processes to safeguard these resources. Nationally, we advocate for policies that prioritize Tribal sovereignty and cultural protection in energy infrastructure expansion.

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Trantor Score

Financial Health Score (300–850) · Liquidity · Solvency · Sustainability · Efficiency

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $238,491

Program Service Revenue $0

Investment Income $0

Other Revenue $0

TOTAL REVENUE $238,491

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0

Salaries & Benefits $16,702

Fundraising Expenses $69

Program Expenses $12,436

Other Expenses $3,542

TOTAL EXPENSES $20,244

Year-over-Year Comparison

	2023	2022	Change
Revenue	$238,491	N/A	N/A
Expenses	$20,244	N/A	N/A
Net Income	$218,247	$0	N/A

Key Indicators

✗ Grants to Organizations ✗ Grants to Individuals ✗ Lobbying ✗ Political Activity ✗ Foreign Activities ✗ Donor Advised Fund ✓ Schedule B Required

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Financial Health Indicators

Comprehensive financial analysis: Altman Z-Score, liquidity, solvency, sustainability, efficiency, and growth metrics

Financial Distress Indicator

Liquidity & Cash Position

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Altman Z-Score • Liquidity Ratios • Solvency Analysis • Growth Indicators • Efficiency Metrics

Governance

Voting Members

Independent Members

Employees

Volunteers

Governance Policies

✓ Conflict of Interest Policy

✗ Whistleblower Policy

✗ Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

✗ Operated a School

✗ Operated a Hospital

✗ Provided First Class Travel

✗ Reported Conflict of Interest

✗ Reported Asset Diversion

✗ Excess Benefit Transaction

✗ Made Political Expenditures

✗ Engaged in Lobbying

✗ Operated Donor Advised Fund

✗ Maintained Art Collections

✗ Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers

$11,538

Total Directors

Key Employees

Highest Compensated

reported

Name	Title	Hours/Week	Role	Reportable Comp	Other Comp	Total
Mayane Barudin	Executive Director	40	Officer	$11,538	$0	$11,538
Derrick Toledo	Board President	1	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
Pilar Thomas	Board Treasurer	1	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
Marissa Naranjo	Board Secretary	1	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0

Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Net Income
2024	No data	No data	No data	No data
2023	$238,491	$20,244	$223,385	$218,247