Food Bank of Alaska

It Takes a Network to Feed Hungry Alaskans
The years had disappeared. My home had fallen apart; my children were gone. My possessions had all been lost or abandoned. The only thing I had left was a happy little mutt named Gypsy I had rescued from the dog pound years before.
President’s Report: October 2014
It's part of the job for Rasmuson Foundation staff to see first-hand the results of investments made by the Foundation. In this week's post, CEO Diane Kaplan recaps staff activities in the field during September, and shares news from grantees.Tier 1 Grants Announced
For Immediate Release
Contact: Cassandra Stalzer, 907-334-0520
Anchorage – In the second and third quarters of 2012, Rasmuson Foundation made 84 Tier 1 grant awards, totaling $1,670,356 to Alaska nonprofits. A complete list of awards can be found at the end of this release.
The value of connections
Most foundations are set up to provide financial support to the nonprofit sector. But dollars are only one asset many foundations possess. Sometimes there is overlooked value in other assets, like information, expertise, or connections that can help a nonprofit achieve its mission. This story, from Food Bank of Alaska, highlights how nonprofits and philanthropy partner beyond the grant to make good things happen in Alaska.First quarter awards announced
For Immediate Release
Contact: Cassandra Stalzer, 907-334-0520
Anchorage – In the first quarter of 2012, Rasmuson Foundation made 29 awards totaling $915,215 to Alaska nonprofits, including three sabbatical awards previously announced. A complete list of awards can be found at the end of this release.