Goldbelt Ancestral Trust 2026 Distribution was Approved
On April 18, 2026, the Goldbelt Ancestral Trust Board of Trustees approved a distribution of approximately $1.34 million, to be issued at a rate of $5.25 per share to eligible beneficiaries. Distribution checks will be mailed, and direct deposits will be made on May 8, 2026, to eligible shareholders on record as of April 24, 2026. In accordance with the Trust Agreement, distributions will be made pro rata, i.e., proportional to the number of shares held by each owner.
“This distribution reflects the disciplined approach we have taken to grow and protect the Trust while delivering meaningful benefits to our people,” said Ida Halm, Chair of the Goldbelt Ancestral Trust Board of Trustees. “With an increase to the second annual distribution, our investment policy and distribution policies are working to simultaneously grow the principal of the Trust and the annual benefit to shareholders.”
Who Is Eligible?
Beneficiaries of the Trust are limited to lineal descendants of an original Goldbelt shareholder who are also current shareholders, and are of Alaska Native heritage by birth, or adoption before age 18.
You may be eligible if you can answer yes to all three:
- Are you an original shareholder or direct descendant of an original Goldbelt shareholder?
- Are you Alaska Native by birth, or adoption before age 18?
- Are you a current Goldbelt shareholder?
About the Trust
Established in 2014 with overwhelming shareholder support, the Goldbelt Ancestral Trust is a tribally owned Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act settlement trust focused on promoting the health, education and welfare of its beneficiaries while preserving Alaska Native heritage and culture.
The Trust can support beneficiaries through:
- Distributions
- Scholarships
- Death Benefits
The Trust is governed by a five-member Board of Trustees responsible for protecting the principal, ensuring long-term growth, and implementing a distribution strategy that prioritizes sustainability.
Looking Ahead
The 2026 distribution reflects continued progress in balancing long-term stewardship with meaningful, ongoing support for shareholders.
Goldbelt’s mission is to make a positive impact in the lives of its owners, both today and for generations to come.
To learn more about the Goldbelt Ancestral Trust or confirm your beneficiary status, contact Shareholder@goldbelt.com.