Unsung Heroes: Department of Commerce
During the pandemic, Commerce Department teams are helping to get critical funds to communities and small businesses.Unsung heroes: Department of Fish and Game
Standout workers at Fish and Game include the frontline staff in information centers and at front desks as well as lab staff, who quickly pivoted to virus testing.Unsung heroes: Department of Administration
In just two months, 6,000 employees — that’s 40% of the State of Alaska workforce —transitioned to telework. The Office of Information Technology made that happen.Unsung heroes: Department of Transportation
DOT employees are known for stepping up in crises big and small. The pandemic is bringing out the best.We choose action
We are turning words into action by dedicating nearly $500,000 to take on systemic racism in Alaska.Her favorite place on Earth
We couldn't have the party we hoped for to celebrate CEO Diane Kaplan's 25th anniversary, but in true Diane fashion we mark the moment with a beloved Foundation song and video. Enjoy!Can we get our city “to be more like Sully?”
Private businesses, individuals and philanthropy organizations have always contributed a great deal of the funds for the continuum of services for people experiencing homelessness. More gaps remain to be filled. We invite all of Anchorage to be part of the solution. Let’s all step up to be good neighbors.From the Desk of Diane: August happenings
We know so many of you are working extra hard to keep your communities and clients, your families and friends, safe, healthy and happy. It's the same for us! Here are a few of the things our board and staff have been up to.A powerful tool to connect Alaska job seekers with jobs
We invite you to learn more about a valuable web resource for job seekers and employers around Alaska. AlaskaNativeHire.com is a service recently acquired by our colleagues at Cook Inlet Tribal Council and Alaska's People. We thought all of Alaska should be aware of it.Media Mentions
- A new stained-glass inspired mural in downtown Anchorage aims to raise awareness about climate change - Anchorage Daily News September 23
- Residents begin moving into their new homes at Juneau's expanded Housing First facility September 14
- Identity before comfort: Ethan Lauesen explores queer Indigeneity in award-winning prints | Local News | newsminer.com September 8
- Filling the gaps in Anchorage’s safety net - Anchorage Daily News September 4