Announcement June 1, 2023

Tribal and nonprofit leaders: Apply now for a 2024 Sabbatical Award

Sabbatical recipients will have three to six months in the coming year to unplug from demanding jobs. Award amounts in the coming cycle will be up to $50,000. These grants to the individual’s organization help cover the leader’s salary, interim team, and costs of travel and other experiences during the time off from work. The application deadline is Aug. 3.

Announcement March 8, 2023

Welcome home, Gretchen

Gretchen Guess, our new President and CEO, just belongs here. And soon, she will be connecting or reconnecting with many of you.

Announcement March 6, 2023

Join us Friday for discussion on Black in Alaska project

Conversations with Alaska Black leaders have noted a need for more positive and multi-dimensional portrayals. One result: the Black in Alaska storytelling project. Join us Friday evening for a panel discussion on the project.

Announcement January 11, 2023

Gatherings and workshops scheduled for Alaska artists, makers and culture bearers seeking grants

Calling Alaska artists, makers and culture bearers! The Foundation is offering gathering and workshops to help with applications for an Individual Artist Award.

News December 21, 2022

Monthly President’s Report

Please enjoy President and CEO Diane Kaplan's last monthly President's Report. This month includes a $500 million milestone, celebrating the vibrancy of Kodiak and the public-private partnership to increase homegrown social workers in Alaska.

Announcement December 19, 2022

Alaska artists: Apply now for a 2023 award

Rasmuson Foundation is marking the 20th year of Individual Artist Awards with the first increase in grant sizes since 2012. Alaska artists can apply through March 1.

Announcement December 16, 2022

Foundation’s new CEO coming home to Alaska

Meet our new CEO! She's got a background in public service, extensive experience in health care — and deep roots in Alaska.

Announcement November 22, 2022

With new awards, Foundation giving will top $500 million

Learn about the Foundation's most recent commitments to Alaska organizations and projects.

News November 13, 2022

Dear Alaska: My new chapter is about to begin

Diane Kaplan reflects on nearly 30 years with Rasmuson Foundation and the multitude of projects and initiatives that have transpired: "I have been blessed to work with the best of the best, people who are improving lives every day in every community of Alaska."

News November 8, 2022

Monthly President’s Report

A donation from billionaire philanthropist Mackenzie Scott, leadership training across the pond and Alaskans response to Western Alaska floods all are highlighted in our most recent monthly President's Report. Enjoy the updates from President and CEO Diane Kaplan.