Eight Alaska leaders earn Rasmuson Foundation Sabbatical Award
April 30, 2025
Leaders of eight Alaska organizations earned a well-deserved break this year through a Rasmuson Foundation Sabbatical Award.
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Rasmuson Foundation celebrates the return of Individual Artist Awards
April 7, 2025
Rasmuson Foundation updates and celebrates the return of its nationally recognized, competitive Individual Artist Awards program.
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Alaska is not alone, but we face outsized impacts
March 21, 2025
Dear Alaskans, I continue to closely monitor the ripple effects of the federal funding freezes, unfreezes, cuts, court cases and the uncertainty...
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Rasmuson fosters foundation relationships with new hire
March 3, 2025
In a new role as partnership manager, Sydney Copley will support the development of strategic relationships to advance the Foundation’s mission of empowering...
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Alaskans are resourceful and resilient
February 25, 2025
You’re doing what’s right and your work matters, and that’s why our foundation is committed to investing in Alaskans today and well into the future.
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Rasmuson Foundation Distinguished Artist Award Now Open
February 13, 2025
Nominations are open for the 2025 Rasmuson Foundation Distinguished Artist Award. One artist will be selected to receive $50,000 recognizing their contribution...
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Together, we stay informed
February 3, 2025
As we work to make sense of the implications of recent Presidential administration executive orders, I want to ensure you have the most up-to-date information...
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Rasmuson Foundation welcomes new program officers and promotes new director
January 13, 2025
The Foundation welcomes new program officers and announces a promotion.
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26 Alaska communities receive 2024 Tier 1 grants
January 7, 2025
In 2024, more than $1.2 million in 50 Tier 1 grants was awarded to organizations in 26 Alaska communities.
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Alaska organizations use large grants to better community
December 19, 2024
Over $11.3 million in grants go to addressing community needs in Alaska including outdoor recreation, behavioral health, and more.
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Rasmuson Foundation reels in Ostrander to Board of Directors
December 18, 2024
The Foundation welcomes Paul Ostrander the board and thanks Mike Navarre for his service.
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Presenting: Passion to Purpose
December 13, 2024
In the spirit of the season of giving, I want to share our new Passion to Purpose video series that highlights the work of a few partners who give so much to...
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Celebrating with you
November 14, 2024
As we approach Philanthropy Day, I find myself reflecting on the incredible work each of our partners does in communities across Alaska.
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Louden Tribe & Hoonah Indian Association drive impact with Community Support level grants
October 22, 2024
I want to share how two Tribes used the former Tier 2 grant at this funding level — what would now be a Community Support grant — to confront...
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Tier 1 Grants: Small Changes, Big Impacts
September 12, 2024
With the excitement of core grant programs reopening this year, I'm reminded of the impact of so many organizations around the state.
Read MoreRasmuson Foundation announces $23 million awarded in 2023
August 29, 2024
The Foundation is pleased to announce the $5.75 million in grants that will go towards supporting organizations driving progress in higher education, housing...
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Reflecting on and Celebrating 2023
August 29, 2024
With the reintroduction of our core grantmaking, we’re also reflecting on the past year and our 2023 giving.
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Tier 1 and Community Support grants now open for Alaska organizations
August 15, 2024
Rasmuson Foundation is accepting applications for Tier 1 and Community Support grants, now with increased award sizes.
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Introducing Rasmuson Foundation’s mission, vision and values
July 26, 2024
Photo description: Ed and Elmer Rasmuson stand in front of the mission house in Yakutat, built by E.A. Rasmuson in the early 1900s. Photo from the early...
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$5.75 million approved by Rasmuson Foundation Board
July 15, 2024
The Foundation is pleased to announce the $5.75 million in grants that will go towards supporting organizations driving progress in higher education, housing...
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Rasmuson Foundation resumes grantmaking, launches new programs
July 9, 2024
Rasmuson Foundation is expanding grantmaking programs to increase award sizes, expedite award schedules, and broaden eligibility for grant-funded projects.
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2024 Grantmakers Tour is Arctic-bound
June 21, 2024
We are excited to share about this year's Grantmakers Tour and some news from around the Foundation.
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New museum installation invites connection, honors late philanthropist
June 7, 2024
“Taking Flight," a new permanent installation in on the lawn of the Anchorage Museum, is a memorial for philanthropist Ed Rasmuson.
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Why sabbaticals work
May 28, 2024
As we enter our 20th year of the Sabbatical Program, we believe in its simple idea: keep our best leaders by providing them with time to rest, relax, and...
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