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The 23rd Annual Grantmakers Tour of Alaska just wrapped up, full of richness and wonder creating strong memories — and connections to Alaska.Welcome 2019 Grantmakers Tour of Alaska
On Sunday, our 23rd Annual Grantmakers Tour begins. Every summer we invite leaders of major outside grantmaking organizations to take part in a jam-packed tour of Alaska.Foundation creates budget information center
To help Alaskans understand the state budget situation, especially as it relates to nonprofit organizations that do some of the most difficult jobs in Alaska, Rasmuson Foundation created the Alaska State Budget Information and Resource Center.Homelessness Leadership Council urges Legislature to restore funding for programs and services
Just as the Anchorage community is making progress to address the persistent issue of homelessness, cuts to the State of Alaska budget are certain to worsen the problem and push more people—including women, children, seniors and those with disabilities—onto the streets and into camps.Governor’s vetoes don’t reflect Alaska’s values
Massive cuts will dismantle, in just one year, services, organizations and programs that took decades to build.Visionary leadership: Foundation CEO Kaplan receives national honor
Anyone who spends much time around Rasmuson Foundation President and CEO Diane Kaplan knows she's a fierce visionary. Now she's being recognized for it.Time to renew, gain insight, reflect
We are sharing this post by Kawerak Inc., the nonprofit Alaska Native corporation for the Nome region, announcing a new program to reward long-term employees with longevity leave. And remember, we are accepting applications for our Sabbatical Program through Sept. 15.Who received a 2019 Individual Artist Award? Here’s the whole list.
Enjoy learning about what the awardees have in store.Media Mentions
- Alaska Journal | GUEST COMMENTARY: Governor’s vetoes don’t reflect Alaska’s values August 1
- Chair of Rasmuson Foundation, and Dunleavy voter, walks back support for governor - Alaska Public Media July 29
- KTUU / 26 Jul 2019 / 10:00 PM / KTUU Channel 2 News: Late Edition July 29
- Experts in charitable giving say donations from Alaskans can’t make up funding losses caused by vetoes - Anchorage Daily News July 17