Announcement September 24, 2021

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.

Announcement September 15, 2021

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.

Announcement August 2, 2021

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.

Announcement July 14, 2021

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.

Announcement June 14, 2021

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.

Announcement June 9, 2021

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.

Announcement June 4, 2021

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.

Announcement May 21, 2021

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.

Announcement May 20, 2021

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.

Announcement April 29, 2021

Foundation announces senior fellow, IT manager

Welcome to our new team members! Michele Brown joins as senior fellow working on homelessness and Rodney Hamilton as IT operations manager.