The Alaska Community Foundation Mission:
Inspiring the spirit of giving and connecting people, organizations, and causes to strengthen Alaska’s communities now and forever.
Latest News. Community Initiatives and Programs
AK Can Do: You CAN make a difference
The AK Can Do fund is currently open for applications until May 4th. This is the last round of grants from this collaborative effort first launched in March of 2020…
Community members provide more scholarship opportunities for Alaskan students than ever before
Following a year of limited class-time and interrupted learning, many Alaskan students are on the lookout for new academic opportunities. Their communities are eager to help; scholarship funds through The…
Join Us for The Alaska Community Foundation’s 2020 Virtual Annual Event
In 2020, generous donors like you continue to shape Alaska’s philanthropic landscape through The Alaska Community Foundation. This year accelerated ACF’s growth as a leader in philanthropy because donors continue to respond to the challenges before us. As…
Second Round of Coronavirus Nonprofit Relief Fund Grants Awarded Across Alaska
The leaves change, termination dust settles in the mountains, and Alaskans prepare for the quiet and privation of the coming winter – a winter which, this year, presents more unknown…
The first round of grants from the Coronavirus Nonprofit Relief Fund has been awarded!
As Alaskans, we take pride in our ability to support one another through trying times.
Helping Those Who Help Others
The Alaska Community Foundation has partnered with the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services to provide emergency relief for Alaskan nonprofits.
The Social Justice Fund Awards its Fourth Year of Grants
The Alaska Community Foundation has distributed its fourth year of grants from the Social Justice Fund. The fund supports community-based organizations that focus on the root causes of social, economic,…
AK Can Do Deploys $1.48 Million for COVID-19 Relief
Second-round of AK Can Do grants to the nonprofit sector.
Now is the Time to Act on our Intent to End Discrimination
When the lives of some of our community members are not valued, it degrades every community member's value.
Partnership for Alaska COVID-19 Response
The Alaska Community Foundation and United Way ofAnchorage have partnered with support of Rasmuson Foundation to create and promote AK Can Do
COVID-19 Response: Working to Support Alaska in Times of Uncertainty
Like you, we are adjusting to these unprecedented times.
BP to leave a legacy of nonprofit support in Alaska
BP is generously donating the BP Energy Center property and building to The Alaska Community Foundation, ensuring Alaska nonprofits will have access to the resource for years to come.
Hilcorp Partners with ACF to Inspire Employee Giving in Alaska
The Alaska Community Foundation announces a new partnership with Hilcorp Alaska that will result in more than $5,000,000 in charitable contributions over the next twelve months.
The Social Justice Fund is now open for Applications
The Alaska Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications for the Social Justice Fund. This opportunity is open from January 13th, 2020, until 5:00 PM on Wednesday, February 20th, 2020.
Happy New Year
Your generosity helped to make 2019 a fantastic year for The Alaska Community Foundation.
Important Dates for Year-end Giving
The Alaska Community Foundation (ACF) is poised to assist you with your year-end giving. So that we can provide the best possible service and ensure your charitable gifts qualify for…
Giving Tuesday
Dark Horse Coffee, The Vault Timber Coffee House, and The Kobuk Cafe are partnering with The Alaska Community Foundation to give back on Giving Tuesday.
Giving Thanks to so Many Giving Hearts
As we come together to celebrate the things we are thankful for this holiday season, we want to take the time to thank you
The Social Justice Fund and Alaska Native Social Justice Fund at ACF Support Nonprofits Across Alaska
The Social Justice Fund and Alaska Native Social Justice Fund at The Alaska Community Foundation (ACF) are successfully mobilizing grassroots efforts and creative cross-agency partnerships.
The 2019 Anchorage Schools Foundation Grant Cycle is Open!
The Anchorage Schools Foundation was created to make grants in support of activities that enhance the success of students in the Anchorage School District.
UAA, Providence Alaska, and The Alaska Community Foundation Present: Amy Florian
Please join us for this exclusive time with internationally-renowned grief expert Amy Florian.
The Alaska Community Foundation 2018 Annual Report
We are so proud of all we were able to achieve thanks to so many generous donors in 2018. With $5,202,945 in grants and $324,778 in scholarships what we accomplish…
Welcome Cordova Community Foundation
Cordova residents are fiercely proud of their community and continuously commit their time and resources into projects for the betterment of all.
Strengthening Organizations Fund
Grant awards support professional staff and board of directors in their efforts to build the capacity of their organizations.
ACF Requests Proposals for Website Design and Maintenance Services
The Alaska Community Foundation (ACF) is seeking a consultant/vendor to provide ongoing website design and maintenance services.
Smart Women Make Wills
What will your legacy be? ACF would like to help you answer this question by providing access to the legal advice needed to make sound decisions when creating your will.
Don’t Miss Out – Scholarship Opportunities at ACF
Make Your Dreams a Reality
Current Grant Opportunities at ACF
In 2018, The Alaska Community Foundation awarded over 1,000 grants
The Alaska Disaster Recovery Fund Update
As most of our lives return to normal after the November 30th earthquake, it is important to recognize the difficulties that many families and organizations continue to face.
Time is running out
Let’s do this together Be a part of this important campaign and help build a legacy of compassion and generosity that will create lasting support for Alaskan nonprofits and communities.…
ACF Proudly manages Pick.Click.Give.
When you choose to give part of your PFD to cause that matter you are making a difference now and for Alaska’s future.
Featured Grant Opportunity
AK CAN DO
The last round of grants is now open for applications! The Alaska Community Foundation’s goal for the AK Can Do COVID-19 Response grant opportunity is to support nonprofit organizations that the COVID-19 pandemic has financially impacted.
Featured Fund
Strengthening Organizations
