‘Where the sun comes in from all sides’
Sealaska Heritage Institute Arts campus showcases the artistry and cultural heritage of Southeast Alaska.
Impact Stories
Without work, who are we?
Before Lisa Busch went on sabbatical in 2022, she had three goals: meditate, spend time with older relatives and row. She did all that and more.
Time to breath, rest and learn
Darlene Supplee said the time away gave her “time to breathe, learn, rest,” so she could return to Alaska stronger and better.
‘Just sign up:’ Whole team benefits from a leadership sabbatical
Mariya Lovishchuk, executive director of the Glory Hall shelter program in Juneau, Alaska, says she had been going at full speed for years before receiving time off through a sabbatical award in 2022.
Little things make a big difference
OPT-In Kiana: They got a small grant for a four-wheeler to pick up freight at the airport, move items between buildings, make meals accessible to youth and shuttle people back and forth to the airport. Lately it was...
How a giant indoor space became an essential part of life
The Dome: For many in Anchorage, this large walking, running playland has become an essential part of life. We helped repair it after a devastating collapse.
A home at last
Catholic Social Services helps Alaskans find a home of their own.
In a pandemic, we came together to supply Alaska
This project supplied Alaska with masks, gloves and cleaning supplies in the pandemic's early days.
Shifting gears after disastrous winter storm in Haines
Chilkat Valley Community Foundation steps up after devastating Haines mud slide.
Nurturing souls and feeding community at Bread Line
Bread Line and Stone Soup Café in Fairbanks offers healthy meals, jobs, and social supports.
Pick.Click.Give. exemplifies Alaska’s spirit of giving
Created by the Alaska State Legislature in 2008, donations can be a little or a lot, including entire Permanent Fund dividends.
‘Someone you can relate to’
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alaska creates and supports mentoring relationship for youth.
GuestHouse offers stepping stone to self-sufficiency
With support of those who have been there, our unhoused neighbors can succeed.
Creations by the people: Unleashing the innovation of Southeast Alaska
Spruce Root is creating opportunity for small businesses in Southeast Alaska.
Set Up Shop: ‘People bring us their dreams’
Entrepreneurs and neighborhoods benefit from Anchorage Community Land Trust's small business program.
Sharing food, sharing knowledge
Calypso Farm and Ecology Center is a working farm and educational center that teaches others how to live off the land.
