Reaching out for Alaska Native mentors
When Big Brothers Big Sisters saw they weren’t recruiting enough Alaska Native mentors, they did something. Actually, a lot of things. Learn from guest author President and CEO Jill Richardson how the nonprofit is working with partners on outreach and mentoring.Rasmuson Foundation announces CEO search process
Kittleman & Associates will lead the search for Rasmuson Foundation's new president and CEO. The national firm focuses exclusively on nonprofit CEO searches.Board approves Alaska projects totaling $9 million
New housing for those most in need is being developed across Alaska. Learn about Rasmuson Foundation board support for housing in Bethel, Fairbanks, Nome and Wasilla as well as other grants approved at the June board meeting.Monthly President’s Report
President and CEO Diane Kaplan is pleased to share recent highlights including how our partner Dean Weidner has joined in an effort to help those fleeing the war in Ukraine.Setback will stall — not end — efforts to help people go from homeless to housed
A public-private partnership to move people from homeless to housed in Anchorage was showing such promise. Now it has experienced a serious setback.And the 2022 Distinguished Artist is …
Rasmuson Foundation has named documentary photographer James H. Barker of Fairbanks the 2022 Distinguished Artist. The award, which includes $40,000, honors a lifetime of creative excellence and outstanding contribution to the state’s arts and culture.Foundation dedicates $3 million to support statewide broadband efforts
Rasmuson Foundation is interested in assisting efforts that will bring broadband to communities that lack access — or meaningful access — due to prohibitive costs and lagging speeds.Humanitarian flights will bring 600 Ukrainians to Alaska
Rasmuson Foundation’s board has approved emergency assistance to help 600 Ukrainians fleeing the war resettle in Alaska. The first chartered flight is this week.Opportunity for Alaska nonprofit and tribal leaders
Leaders of Alaska nonprofit organizations and tribes are invited to apply for a 2023 Sabbatical Award. The program provides leaders time away to rest, reflect and rejuvenate.Media Mentions
- Growing educational programs and stewardship in a rapidly- changing environment | Homer News August 5
- Board approves Alaska projects totaling $9 million New housing for those most in need is being developed – The Delta Discovery, Inc. August 3
- In Honor of Independence Day – The Delta Discovery, Inc. August 3
- Items for Public Hearing at the August 22 Regular Assembly Meeting – City and Borough of Juneau August 3