The Alaska Community Foundation
Anchorage, AK, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
92-0155067
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Anchorage, AK, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
92-0155067
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Alaska Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses primarily on grantmaking within Alaska, with additional funding in Washington and Texas. It operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Inspiring the spirit of giving and connecting people, organizations, and causes to strengthen Alaska's communities now and forever.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Arctic Slope Community Foundation Inc
$6.1M
4%
ALASKA CHILDREN'S TRUST
$5.9M
4%
SHIP CREEK COMMUNITY ASSETS II
$4.8M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
343
Median 1st year grant
$11.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$16K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Alaska Community Foundation?
No. The Alaska Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Alaska Community Foundation give?
The Alaska Community Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Alaska, Washington, and Texas. 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 The Alaska Community Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Alaska Community Foundation 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 The Alaska Community Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Alaska Community Foundation awarded about 340 grants, totaling nearly $12.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Alaska Community Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Alaska Community Foundation awarded grants to about 1,150 grantees. Recent grantees include Arctic Slope Community Foundation Inc, ALASKA CHILDREN'S TRUST, and SHIP CREEK COMMUNITY ASSETS II. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Alaska Community Foundation?
The Alaska Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.