America's Power

Arlington, VA · Founded 1992

Advocates for coal-fired power plants and their role in America's energy infrastructure

Primary audience
Energy Industry
Work area
Policy Advocacy
Topic
Coal Energy
Contact
Michelle Bloodworth

About Organization

America's Power represents the coal-based electricity sector, advocating for policies that support coal-fired power generation. Based in Arlington, VA, the organization serves major industries including electricity generators, coal producers, transportation companies, and equipment manufacturers. Founded in 1992, it operates with $3.8 million in annual revenue and 2 employees supported by 28 volunteers.

What They Focus On

Energy Policy

Advocates for policies supporting coal-fired electricity generation and diverse energy supply across the nation

Grid Reliability

Promotes coal fleet's role in maintaining reliable and resilient electricity infrastructure and affordable prices

Industry Coordination

Coordinates electricity generators, coal producers, transportation companies and equipment manufacturers in policy advocacy

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$3.8M

+1.2% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$4.0M

+2.3% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$5.4M

-5.5% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

2

+0% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $3,826,260 $4,027,310 $5,387,500 2
2023 $3,780,607 $3,937,250 $5,698,512 2
2022 $3,065,921 $3,477,756 $5,604,624 2
2020 $3,566,166 $4,033,043 $6,175,840 3

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Member Coordination

    Coordinates with electricity generators, coal producers, and transportation companies across the industry

  • 02

    Policy Research

    Analyzes policies affecting coal-fired power plants and electricity grid reliability and affordability

  • 03

    Government Advocacy

    Engages with policymakers to advocate for environmental improvement and economic growth policies

  • 04

    Industry Education

    Educates stakeholders about coal fleet's role in diverse and resilient electricity supply

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by America's Power

Policy Advocacy

Advocates for federal and state policies that support coal-fired power generation and environmental improvement

Industry Representation

Represents electricity generators, coal producers, transportation companies and equipment manufacturers in policy discussions

Grid Reliability

Promotes the role of coal fleet in ensuring affordable electricity prices and reliable power grid

Supply Chain Support

Supports the coal power supply chain including production, transportation and generation infrastructure

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind America's Power.

MB

Michelle Bloodworth

CEO & President
Full-time
Compensation: $937,523
PB

Paul Bailey

Chief Policy Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $540,000
MS

Michael Sansone

Dir,Policy Research & Analysis
Full-time
Compensation: $150,168
JG

Jim Grech

Chairman
1 hrs/week
AA

Adam Anderson

Director
AC

Anthony Campbell

Director
BB

Brent Biisland

Director
BT

Brian Thompson

Director
BH

Buddy Hasten

Director
CF

Cliff Forrest

Director
DG

Don Gulley

Director
GS

Gary Smith

Director
GW

Greg Wooten

Director
HT

Heather Teilhet

Director
JB

Jason Bohrer

Director
JB

Jimmy Brock

Director
JW

Joe Wilkinson

Director
JW

Joseph W Craft III

Director
JT

Justin Thompson

Director
KC

Kevin Craig

Director
MR

Matt Ricketts

Director
PO

Patrick O'Loughlin

Director
PB

Peter Bradley

Director
RS

Randy Short

Director
RM

Richard Mullen

Director
RM

Robert Moore

Director
SD

Stacey Dahl

Director
SN

Stephen Nelson

Director
TB

Todd Brickhouse

Director
TC

Tony Calandra

Director
VL

Vern Lund

Director

Milestones

1992

Organization Founded

1992

Established to advocate for coal-fired power plants and their supply chain

1994

Tax-Exempt Status

1994

Received IRS ruling recognizing organization's tax-exempt status

2022

Revenue Growth

2022

Annual revenue increased from $3.1 million to $3.8 million over two years

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AA
Adam Anderson Director 1.0 hrs/week
AC
Anthony Campbell Director 1.0 hrs/week
BB
Brent Biisland Director 1.0 hrs/week
BT
Brian Thompson Director 1.0 hrs/week
BH
Buddy Hasten Director 1.0 hrs/week
CF
Cliff Forrest Director 1.0 hrs/week
DG
Don Gulley Director 1.0 hrs/week
GS
Gary Smith Director 1.0 hrs/week
GW
Greg Wooten Director 1.0 hrs/week
HT
Heather Teilhet Director 1.0 hrs/week
JB
Jason Bohrer Director 1.0 hrs/week
JB
Jimmy Brock Director 1.0 hrs/week
JW
Joe Wilkinson Director 1.0 hrs/week
JW
Joseph W Craft III Director 1.0 hrs/week
JT
Justin Thompson Director 1.0 hrs/week
KC
Kevin Craig Director 1.0 hrs/week
MR
Matt Ricketts Director 1.0 hrs/week
PO
Patrick O'Loughlin Director 1.0 hrs/week
PB
Peter Bradley Director 1.0 hrs/week
RS
Randy Short Director 1.0 hrs/week
RM
Richard Mullen Director 1.0 hrs/week
RM
Robert Moore Director 1.0 hrs/week
SD
Stacey Dahl Director 1.0 hrs/week
SN
Stephen Nelson Director 1.0 hrs/week
TB
Todd Brickhouse Director 1.0 hrs/week
TC
Tony Calandra Director 1.0 hrs/week
VL
Vern Lund Director 1.0 hrs/week
JG
Jim Grech Chairman

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$1.7M

Highest Paid

$985K

Michelle Bloodworth

Compensated Officers

3

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Michelle Bloodworth CEO & President $937,523 $47,201 $984,724 40
Paul Bailey Chief Policy Officer $540,000 $540,000 40
Michael Sansone DIR,Policy Research & Analysis $150,168 $11,747 $161,915 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Individual Political Donors

People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns

$2K Total Given
Other/PAC $2,041 (100%)
2 Contributions
$1,021 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

1 Individual Donor
MB
Michelle Bloodworth 2 contributions • $1,021 avg
$2,041

Quick Insights

🏆
Most Active Donor Michelle Bloodworth with 2 contributions
💰
Highest Avg per Contribution Michelle Bloodworth at $1,021 each
🎯
Top Recipient TEAM MORRISEY — $2,041

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Fully Forgiven

Total Approved

$54K

Total Forgiven

$55K

101% forgiven

Jobs Retained

2

Loan Details 1 loan

$54,475
Forgiven
Forgiven: $55,036 100%
Approved Mar 26, 2021
Lender PNC Bank, National Association
Jobs Reported 2
Forgiven On Apr 12, 2022

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Contact

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4601 N Fairfax Drive 1040 Arlington, VA 22203