Civic & philanthropic responsibility
Meet the six Alaskans receiving 2023 Sabbatical Awards
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.
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.
Opportunity for Alaska nonprofit and tribal leaders
Leaders of Alaska nonprofit organizations and tribes are invited to apply for a 2023 Sabbatical Award. The program provides leaders time away to rest, reflect and rejuvenate.
Foundation names 2022 sabbatical awardees
Leaders of five Alaska nonprofit organizations and a federally recognized tribe have been named as recipients of a 2022 Rasmuson Foundation Sabbatical Award.
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.
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.
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.Media Mentions
- Łuk’ae Tse’ Taas comic artist collective highlights Alaska Native storytelling, traditional and fantastic worlds - Alaska Public Media March 13
- Third Avenue Navigation Center open for business March 10
- Take a peek at what’s happening for First Friday | Juneau Empire March 3
- Tlingit leaders dedicate totem pole in Sen. Murkowski’s D.C. office March 1