25th Grantmakers Tour: We shared Alaska
Our 25th Grantmakers Tour of Alaska introduced philanthropic leaders from across the country to Alaska tribal, nonprofit and government leaders. A taste of bowhead whale, a dip into the Arctic Ocean— this was no ordinary tour.Help us welcome the 2022 Grantmakers Tour to Alaska!
On Sunday, our 25th Grantmakers Tour begins. Since the first tour in 1997, we estimate that participants have directed more than $325 million to Alaska projects.Reaching out for Alaska Native mentors
When Big Brothers Big Sisters saw they weren’t recruiting enough Alaska Native mentors, they did something. Actually, a lot of things. Learn from guest author President and CEO Jill Richardson how the nonprofit is working with partners on outreach and mentoring.Arliss Sturgulewski: She stepped up for Alaska
Some people just make it look so easy. Arliss Sturgulewski was one of those people. She died Thursday at the age of 94. Diane Kaplan shares her reflections.Meet a hands-on artist from Kasigluk
We recently caught up with 2021 Individual Artist Award recipient "Quki" Golga Oscar, whose art is gaining national recognition. Vogue magazine even featured Oscar's work!Remembering Sen. Johnny Ellis
Senator Johnny Ellis was a public servant who dedicated his life to bettering the lives of Alaskans – all Alaskans. He was also my friend. I wrote this a few years ago after he retired from the legislature, thanking him for his service.‘Take the risk’
Artist Kristin DeSmith remembers valued advice from a teacher, who challenged her to allow space to fail. The Foundation is accepting applications for 2022 Individual Artist Awards through March 1. DeSmith was a 2019 awardee.‘Work on your art like it’s your job’
Artist TJ Sgwaayaans Young recently shared some of what inspires him as an artist. The Foundation is accepting applications for Individual Artist Awards through March 1. Young is a two-time recipient.Chairman Ed: Mentor, friend, generous beyond words
She was irritated when she heard he wouldn't fund public radio. She was stunned when he answered his own phone — he was president of the National Bank of Alaska. Learn how the relationship between Diane Kaplan and Ed Rasmuson grew into a decades-long collaboration, for Alaska.Media Mentions
- Tongue Unbroken podcast brings real talk about decolonization to mainstream media September 27
- Carvers across Southeast Alaska are working on totem poles that will line Juneau’s waterfront - Alaska Public Media September 13
- Chipping away the past: Dugout canoe means healing for Angoon | Juneau Empire September 9
- Meet the skateboarder behind some of Anchorage's most famous wall art | INDIE ALASKA - Alaska Public Media September 6