From Diomede to Ketchikan, board commits $9 million
Two remote community grocery stores, a small farm as a youth employment opportunity and shelter upgrades in Bethel are among 23 projects moving forward with support from Rasmuson Foundation to benefit Alaskans.Monthly President’s Report
Like many of you, we are easing back into in-person events from a year-plus of virtual gatherings and meetings. Check out some of what we have been up to in the latest monthly newsletter from our president and CEO, Diane Kaplan.Helmsley Trust grants $20 million to improve water, sanitation and hygiene in rural Alaska
The grant from Helmsley Charitable Trust to Engineering Ministries International will support sustainable and affordable water and sanitation systems in rural Alaska.Opportunity for Alaska leaders to refresh, reflect and grow
Applications for a Rasmuson Foundation 2022 sabbatical award are due Sept. 15. This is a unique opportunity for Alaska-based nonprofit and tribal executives to take time away from the office.Grant opportunity for Alaska summer camps
Nonprofits, tribal entities, communities and faith-based organizations can apply for awards to expand opportunities for Alaska children in day camps, outdoor camps, culture camps, faith-based camps, museum camps, learning pods, and summer programs across the state.Our case for the arts — Alaska style
Arts are woven into the fabric of our society, but it didn’t just happen. Think of the painstaking effort it took Alaska’s First Artists to make that basket, blanket, doll and carving. We must be as deliberate.And the 2021 Distinguished Artist is …
Ernestine Saankaláxt’ Hayes of Juneau has received critical acclaim for writing that explores the complexities of Indigenous identity. She was named Rasmuson Foundation's 2021 Distinguished Artist.Pope Francis honors Rasmusons for lifetime of service
Pope Francis has recognized Ed and Cathy Rasmuson with one of the Catholic Church's highest honors.Monthly President’s Report
Alaska’s nonprofit community is amazingly resilient and resourceful. We are so grateful to stay closely connected in new ways. Read the latest from our president and CEO, Diane Kaplan.Media Mentions
- Diomede Begins Construction of a New Grocery Store – KNOM Radio Mission July 29
- Museum will digitize 117 years’ worth of newspapers - The Cordova Times July 26
- Combined social services center receives major funding grant | Juneau Empire July 22
- We must work together, put politics aside on Anchorage homelessness - Anchorage Daily News July 22