‘Where the sun comes in from all sides’
Sealaska Heritage Institute Arts campus showcases the artistry and cultural heritage of Southeast Alaska.
Read More
57Alaska communities awarded projects in 2022.
$35 millionTotal grants and investments in 2022.
$515 millionTo benefit Alaska, since 1955.
A grantmaking pause
Our recent leadership changes bring an opportunity to reflect on where we have been and to set the course for where we want to go. With that in mind, we are announcing a pause in grantmaking.
Note: We received an unprecedented number of Tier 1 requests in August before applications closed. They are being reviewed as quickly as possible. We expect to let applicants know in November whether their projects were approved for funding from the Foundation.
Helping others is an Alaska tradition
Rasmuson Foundation works to promote a better life for Alaskans by providing grants, bringing people and organizations together and encouraging others to give back. Learn more about our Foundation’s history, the Rasmuson family, the board, and the leaders and individuals who do this work.
What We Support
As the largest private funder in the state, we invest in projects that reach every aspect of an Alaskan’s life. The work of grantees and partners contribute to quality health care and social support, thriving people and communities, education and economic possibility, vibrant arts and culture, and civic and philanthropic responsibility.
Grantmaking in action
Our grantees are innovative, compassionate and resourceful. Their work enriches the lives of Alaskans each day affecting stories of change across the history of our state.
Without work, who are we?
Before Lisa Busch went on sabbatical in 2022, she had three goals: meditate, spend time with older relatives and row. She did all that and more.
Read More
Little things make a big difference
OPT-In Kiana: They got a small grant for a four-wheeler to pick up freight at the airport, move items between buildings, make meals accessible to youth and shuttle people back and forth to the airport. Lately it was…
Read More
Apply for a grant
We provide a number of avenues for grantees to achieve their goals. Learn about our grant types and program-related investments as well as opportunities funded through partner organizations.
Foundation announces 2023 Individual Artist Awardees
Meet the 2023 Individual Artist Award recipients. The Foundation is marking the 20-year milestone of grants that go directly to artists, makers and culture…
Read More
Our Annual Letter to Alaska
“I challenge each of us to stop by an Alaska nonprofit we drive or walk past every day and thank the team delivering services to our communities. You will…
Read More
We miss them already
Two longtime programmatic leads will be departing Rasmuson Foundation in September.
Read More
An announcement on grantmaking
Our 2023-24 grantmaking is being adjusted in several ways.
Read More