Latest Rent Relief deadline is Oct. 1
Alaskans who are struggling financially because of the pandemic can continue to get Alaska Housing Rent Relief but need to apply soon. Alaska Housing Finance Corp. is accepting applications through 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 1 for three months of assistance to applicants who meet the federal requirements.
2021 Individual Artist Awardees revealed
Thirty-five artist awardees from 21 Alaska communities were selected from a pool of nearly 300 applicants by a national panel of artists and creative community leaders from outside of Alaska. Many of the awardees had never applied before.Foundation announces new board leadership
After almost 55 years on the Foundation's board, Ed Rasmuson is now the first chairman emeritus. Learn who was just named chair, vice chair and secretary/treasurer — our new generation of leaders.From Diomede to Ketchikan, board commits $9 million
Two remote community grocery stores, a small farm as a youth employment opportunity and shelter upgrades in Bethel are among 23 projects moving forward with support from Rasmuson Foundation to benefit Alaskans.Helmsley Trust grants $20 million to improve water, sanitation and hygiene in rural Alaska
The grant from Helmsley Charitable Trust to Engineering Ministries International will support sustainable and affordable water and sanitation systems in rural Alaska.Opportunity for Alaska leaders to refresh, reflect and grow
Applications for a Rasmuson Foundation 2022 sabbatical award are due Sept. 15. This is a unique opportunity for Alaska-based nonprofit and tribal executives to take time away from the office.Grant opportunity for Alaska summer camps
Nonprofits, tribal entities, communities and faith-based organizations can apply for awards to expand opportunities for Alaska children in day camps, outdoor camps, culture camps, faith-based camps, museum camps, learning pods, and summer programs across the state.And the 2021 Distinguished Artist is …
Ernestine Saankaláxt’ Hayes of Juneau has received critical acclaim for writing that explores the complexities of Indigenous identity. She was named Rasmuson Foundation's 2021 Distinguished Artist.Pope Francis honors Rasmusons for lifetime of service
Pope Francis has recognized Ed and Cathy Rasmuson with one of the Catholic Church's highest honors.Media Mentions
- Alaska Journal | Movers & Shakers for Jan. 23, 2022 January 20
- Dave Galanin 1955-2021: A 'Dog' who carved in silver, but strummed in blues - KCAW January 20
- January 2022: News and Notes from NCFP’s Friends of the Family Network - NCFP January 19
- Governor’s Arts and Humanities Award recipient preserving Inupiaq dialect – KNOM Radio Mission January 19