What happens when community shows up
August 20, 2025
Every August, the Clothesline Project reminds us what’s possible when we come together as neighbors.
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Sabbatical: The power of the pause
July 30, 2025
I know it can be hard to imagine. As leaders of Alaska organizations, you may be the only full‑time staff at your organization. But no matter your situation,...
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Community Driven Strategy
July 28, 2025
Strategic grantmaking isn’t just about funding projects or even transforming systems; it’s ultimately about people.
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Listening and connecting along the Koyukuk River
July 22, 2025
This month, I had the privilege of traveling by plane and boat with Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) to visit five communities along the Koyukuk River, including...
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Showing up, learning more
July 1, 2025
Recently, I shared how mission connects me to the work we do at Rasmuson Foundation. That connection deepens when we spend time with the people and...
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Let’s talk about rest. Sabbatical Award program now open.
June 23, 2025
One of my former leaders would say, “Rest is a weapon.” Rest isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s how we sustain the work that matters most.
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Carrying Forward a Legacy of Purposeful Giving
May 29, 2025
As we celebrate Rasmuson Foundation's 70th anniversary, I've been thinking about one woman in particular: Jenny Olson Rasmuson.
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Tier 1 grants help organizations invest in themselves
May 19, 2025
If there’s one thing I’ve learned working with Alaska nonprofits and tribal organizations, it’s this: you don’t always need to spend a lot to make...
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Mission matters to each of us
March 20, 2025
The arts have had a profound impact on my life — connecting me not just to my friends and neighbors, but also to the world around me. The arts constantly...
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Supporting artists is an investment in community
February 26, 2025
The arts have had a profound impact on my life — connecting me not just to my friends and neighbors, but also to the world around me. The arts constantly...
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Investing in community-led change with strategic grantmaking
January 27, 2025
At my core, I’m driven by the power of community-led change. I firmly believe that where a person lives and grows has a profound impact on their quality of...
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