Tlingit master carver Price is 2020 Distinguished Artist
Wayne Price is renowned for the artistry and precision of his formline work. He has restored and duplicated historic totem poles and structures as well as created numerous original designs. He helped revive the knowledge and techniques required to carve traditional oceangoing canoes. Price also teaches traditional arts as a path to healing, sobriety and well-being.Alaskans join to create $1 million fund in support of COVID-19 recovery
Individual Alaskans, corporations and other organizations have stepped up to support recovery from the COVID-19 crisis, committing more than $1.4 million so far.Application period open for rural Alaska healthcare grants
Grant applications are being accepted for projects designed to improve rural Alaska health care systems, including emergency preparedness and pandemic response. The application period will close April 24. Awards will be announced in early May.Grants for rural Alaska healthcare projects
An Alaska healthcare partnership has awarded the first grants from a new fund that aims to fill gaps in rural Alaska health care.Applications now open for Individual Artist Awards
New this year: Groups and collaboratives can apply
For Immediate Release
Contact: Lisa Demer, 907-334-0529
ldemer@rasmuson.org
Anchorage, AK – Rasmuson Foundation is accepting applications for the 2020 Individual Artist Awards (IAA). Applications will be accepted through March 2.
In addition to individual artists, groups and collaboratives — two or more artists working together — for the first time will be eligible for Project Awards and Fellowships.