Dear fellow shareholders,

Happy New Year from all of us here at Ahtna! We wish you an abundance of good health, happiness and prosperity! As we welcome 2025, I would like to share some exciting updates and initiatives that will have a positive impact on our shareholders in the coming months.

• We are pleased to share that the Trustees of the Ahtna Hwt’aene (People’s) Trust have approved quarterly Elder benefit distributions for 2025, with each distribution totaling $1,000. This means Elders will receive a total of $4,000 in annual distributions this year—an increase of $500 from last year. Since 2009, these benefits have been provided to original Ahtna shareholders who are 62 years of age and older, reflecting our ongoing commitment to honor and value the wisdom and contributions of our Elders.
• We want to remind shareholders of the importance of having a valid Testamentary Disposition on file to make sure your shares are passed on according to your wishes. Doing this not only helps your family with handling your estate but also gives you peace of mind. As an added incentive, you’ll be entered into our Testamentary Disposition Prize Drawing, with two chances to win each year in June and December. The prize pool is $1,000 per drawing, with prizes ranging from $100 to $300! Be sure to read more about this opportunity here.
• Ahtna Class L stock offers a wonderful opportunity for your descendants to become part of the Ahtna family and enjoy the many benefits available to shareholders. If you have family members born after December 18, 1971, and they meet the eligibility requirements—including having ¼ or more Alaska Native blood quantum—please encourage them to enroll. Class L shareholders receive shares, dividends, voting rights, and access to important programs like scholarships, career assistance, and shareholder hire preference. Help your loved ones stay connected to Ahtna and take advantage of these valuable benefits! For more details about this opportunity, please refer here.
• It’s so important to keep your contact information up to date with Ahtna Shareholder Services. Whether it’s ensuring timely delivery of dividends or being informed about important shareholder benefits, current contact information is a must. I also encourage all shareholders to sign up for direct deposit, the fastest and most secure way to receive your funds. Direct deposit eliminates the risk of lost or stolen checks, and forms are easily accessible on our website. More info about direct deposit can be found here.
• The Ahtna Shareholder Services staff is ready to assist with any questions or needs you may have related to the shareholder records process and the memorial benefit program. If you need help, do not hesitate to reach out to our team in Glennallen. For more details about the Shareholder Services department and the assistance they provide, please read more here.
• Please don’t forget the upcoming deadline for obtaining a REAL ID by May 7, 2025. This federally mandated ID will be required for commercial air travel and access to certain federal facilities after the deadline. Start the process now to avoid any last-minute challenges, especially for those of us in rural areas where travel to a DMV may be difficult. For more details about the REAL ID deadline and the documents required to obtain one, please refer here.
• As Ahtna people, safety is a core value deeply rooted in our history. Our ancestors developed critical survival skills to navigate the harsh and unforgiving winter environment they dealt with, always respecting the elements, animals, and land around them. Today, we carry these cultural teachings forward, recognizing the importance of ensuring our own safety and the safety of those around us. We have learned from our Elders that poor planning and preparation on our part can jeopardize the safety and well-being of not just ourselves but others who try to help us.

We want everyone to stay safe. With the unpredictability of winter weather, especially in Alaska, I want to remind everyone of the importance of preparation. Adverse weather can disrupt our daily routines, so it’s crucial to plan, allow extra travel time, and pack essential items such as warm clothing, water, snacks, and safety equipment in your vehicle. Let someone know when you’re leaving and when you arrive at your destination. Your safety on the roads is a priority, so please drive cautiously and be prepared for the challenges ahead.

Tsin’aen,

Michelle Anderson, President
Ahtna, Incorporated