Homelessness
Foundation’s first senior fellow has a big job. He’s been preparing his whole life.
Dick Mandsager, a pediatrician who spent his early childhood in West Africa and went on to lead two Anchorage hospitals, is Rasmuson Foundation’s first senior fellow. He is delaying his planned retirement to focus on homelessness for the next three years
In Anchorage, a fresh sense of urgency on homelessness
The municipality, business leaders, service providers and partners including Rasmuson Foundation are looking into promising solutions with a fresh sense of urgency. Anchorage Mayor Ethan Berkowitz on Thursday announced steps for an improved community response to homelessness.Who is homeless in Alaska?
To many people, the face of homelessness is that of a 40–55 year old male who has experienced years of addiction or mental illness. But in reality, that face is only nine years old.Media Mentions
- Alaska Journal | GUEST COMMENTARY: Governor’s vetoes don’t reflect Alaska’s values August 1
- Chair of Rasmuson Foundation, and Dunleavy voter, walks back support for governor - Alaska Public Media July 29
- KTUU / 26 Jul 2019 / 10:00 PM / KTUU Channel 2 News: Late Edition July 29
- Experts in charitable giving say donations from Alaskans can’t make up funding losses caused by vetoes - Anchorage Daily News July 17