Sabbatical recipients will have three to six months in the coming year to unplug from demanding jobs. Award amounts in the coming cycle will be up to $50,000. These grants to the individual’s organization help cover the leader’s salary, interim team, and costs of travel and other experiences during the time off from work. The application deadline is Aug. 3.
Conversations with Alaska Black leaders have noted a need for more positive and multi-dimensional portrayals. One result: the Black in Alaska storytelling project. Join us Friday evening for a panel discussion on the project.
Calling Alaska artists, makers and culture bearers! The Foundation is offering gathering and workshops to help with applications for an Individual Artist Award.
Rasmuson Foundation is marking the 20th year of Individual Artist Awards with the first increase in grant sizes since 2012. Alaska artists can apply through March 1.
Six Alaska nonprofit leaders will get a chance to refresh, reset and renew in 2023 through a Sabbatical Award. They all demonstrated a strong track record of service, a pressing need for extended time off and a team ready to step up when they step away.
Do you know an outstanding Alaska creative individual? Help us find the 20th Distinguished Artist! Rasmuson Foundation offers one $40,000 award annually to an established Alaska artist recognized as among the best in their field.
Rasmuson Foundation’s newest positions, director of external affairs and director of people and culture, are held by Alaskans who bring vast experience in the world of communication, philanthropy and human resources. Other new hires have extensive experience in health care, event planning and office management.
