Rapid Response
On a mission with Mom in Ukraine
Seeing Ukrainians flee across the Polish border this week has been emotional for Diane Kaplan and her mom.
Latest Rent Relief deadline is Oct. 1
Alaskans who are struggling financially because of the pandemic can continue to get Alaska Housing Rent Relief but need to apply soon. Alaska Housing Finance Corp. is accepting applications through 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 1 for three months of assistance to applicants who meet the federal requirements.
Dear President Biden and Vice President Harris
The federal rescue package just signed into law offers an extraordinary opportunity to help those most devastated by the pandemic. Leaders of two dozen philanthropic organizations urge a strong racial equity focus and offer their assistance.
Alaskans do good for AK Can Do COVID-relief fund
A privately funded COVID-19 relief project is being relaunched to help Alaskans through the pandemic.
Apply now for awards in December
We have reopened our small grant program for emergency needs of nonprofits, local governments and tribal organizations. Deadline is Nov. 30, so don’t delay.
Unsung Heroes: Department of Health and Social Services
While it’s not surprising that state health workers would be called to action during a pandemic, the depth and breadth of the response is remarkable.
Unsung heroes: Department of Revenue
In a time of extreme need, this group of state employees worked significant overtime and weekends to quickly get money to fellow Alaskans.
Unsung heroes: Department of Natural Resources
“It’s not on fire, it not an immense oil or natural gas field, it’s not a beautiful park, it’s not even controversial!” said Mary Kay Ryckman of the Department of Natural Resources. Yet, the often-overlooked State Recorder's Office is essential to property transactions.