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News | ACF News | June 23, 2020

AK Can Do Deploys $1.48 Million for COVID-19 Relief

AK Can Do partners, The Alaska Community Foundation (ACF), and United Way of Anchorage with the support of Rasmuson Foundation announce the second-round of AK Can Do grants to the nonprofit sector.

News | Community Development | June 11, 2020

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.

News | ACF News | April 24, 2020

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

News | ACF News | March 16, 2020

COVID-19 Response: Working to Support Alaska in Times of Uncertainty

Like you, we are adjusting to these unprecedented times.

News | ACF News | January 31, 2020

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.

News | ACF News | January 15, 2020

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.

News | ACF News | January 1, 2020

Happy New Year

Your generosity helped to make 2019 a fantastic year for The Alaska Community Foundation.

News | ACF News | December 11, 2019

Important Dates for Year-end Giving

News | Year end giving | December 3, 2019

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.

News | ACF News | November 25, 2019

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

News | Professional Advisor Resources | August 5, 2019

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.

News | ACF News | June 10, 2019

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.

News | Grant Opportunities | May 3, 2019

Strengthening Organizations Fund

Grant awards support professional staff and board of directors in their efforts to build the capacity of their organizations.

News | ACF News | April 30, 2019

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.

News | Scholarship Opportunities | March 20, 2019

Don't Miss Out - Scholarship Opportunities at ACF

Make Your Dreams a Reality

News | Grant Opportunities | January 30, 2019

Current Grant Opportunities at ACF

In 2018, The Alaska Community Foundation awarded over 1,000 grants

News | Human Services | January 15, 2019

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.

News | Donor Advised Funds | December 12, 2018

Important information on year-end giving and grant recommendations.

The Alaska Community Foundation is here to help you make a charitable gift that is meaningful to you and the organizations and communities you care about.

News | Grant Opportunities | October 11, 2018

The Vocational Fund for Alaska’s Future is currently accepting applications.

The Vocational Fund for Alaska’s Future grant program seeks applications!

News | Public Affairs | October 4, 2018

Congratulations to the 4th Annual Pitch.Click.Give. Competition Winners

News | 2017 Annual Report | July 31, 2018

Better Together

More and more Alaskans are choosing to give together to make a lasting impact in our state by contributing to a permanent charitable endowment called the Alaska Fund.

News | Public Affairs | June 7, 2018

Alaska Women Veterans Listening Session with Senator Dan Sullivan

Alaska’s women veterans make up more than twice the national average of the general population, at 1.2% compared to half a percent nationally.

News | Pick.Click.Give | May 30, 2018

Why Do You Give

How do you give to charity and why does it matter?

grant | Open | Applications are accepted from June 29 - July 13

Cordova Community Foundation Mini-Grant Program

Grant awards support charitable organizations and programs in Cordova. Grants may support a broad range of community needs, including but not limited to: health and wellness, education, the great outdoors, arts and culture, and community enrichment.

grant | Open | Applications Open June 15th, 2020 - September 30th, 2020

Jack and Nona Renn Anchorage Football/Flag Football Fund

Anchorage School District High School Football and Flag Football teams are eligible for this grant opportunity to support their teams. Please click the link for more information.

grant | Open | Applications will be accepted June 1st, 2020 - July 15th, 2020

2020 GCI Suicide Prevention Grant

The Alaska Community Foundation, in partnership with GCI, is proud to offer the Alaska Born and Raised Suicide Prevention Grant Program, which will fund projects and organizations whose goal is to reduce the rates of suicide in Alaska and promote mental wellness through strengthened community and personal connections. Please click the link for more information.