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Est.

1983

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

Museums Alaska Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within Alaska, having distributed a total of $395.3K across 45 grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

MUSEUMS ALASKA SUPPORTS MUSEUMS AND CULTURAL CENTERS IN ALASKA AND ENHANCES PUBLIC UNDERSTANDING OF THEIR VALUE.
Total Funding Given
$395.3K
2024
Grantees funded
45
Multi-year grantees
78%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
20
Median 1st year grant
$12K
Median 2nd year grant
$12.9K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
D
Dixie Clough
Board Member
P
Patricia Relay
Board Member
B
Betany Porter
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MUSEUMS ALASKA INC?
No. MUSEUMS ALASKA INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MUSEUMS ALASKA INC give?
MUSEUMS ALASKA INC primarily gives to organizations located in Alaska. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are MUSEUMS ALASKA INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MUSEUMS ALASKA INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $12 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MUSEUMS ALASKA INC make each year?
In 2024, MUSEUMS ALASKA INC awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $395 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MUSEUMS ALASKA INC fund recently?
In 2024, MUSEUMS ALASKA INC awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include ALUTIIQ HERITAGE FOUNDATION, SHELDON MUSEUM & CULTURAL CENTER INC, and Anchorage Museum Association. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MUSEUMS ALASKA INC?
MUSEUMS ALASKA INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.