A student in a rural Alaskan community shadows a health aide in her village. Another learns to operate heavy equipment and finds out he’s good at it. A third gets her first look at an airplane cockpit and decides that’s where she’s headed.
This is investment in Alaska’s future.
Through organizations like Alaska EXCEL, students across rural communities are getting hands-on, technical experience in careers needed most – and a reason to stay.
The Vocational Fund for Alaska’s Future supports organizations like these that expand what’s possible for young people in Alaska and the regions they call home.
Learn more about the most recent Vocational Fund for Alaska’s Future awards at alaskacf.org/vfaf-awards.
2025 Vocational Fund for Alaska’s Future Grant Awardees
- Alaska EXCEL
- Alaska Gateway School District
- Alaska Resource Education
- Bristol Bay Region Career and Technical Education
- Denali Preschool and Learning Center
- Ilisagvik College
- Southwest Alaska Vocational & Educational Center
- Yuut Elitnaurviat