Grants in Alaska: 37+ Funding Opportunities

Organizations in Alaska can access federal grants open to all states, Alaska-specific state agency funding, regional foundation awards, and corporate giving programs. GrantAQ tracks every active grant available to Alaska nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and small businesses — and uses AI to match your organization to the funding you actually qualify for.

37+

Grants Available

$6.8M

Total Funding Tracked

$285K

Average Award

AK

State

Top Funding Categories in Alaska

generaleducationphilanthropyyouth_developmentarts_culture

Active Grants in Alaska

Rasmuson Foundation — Grants Program
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Rasmuson Foundation

Rasmuson Foundation is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $22,746,830 in grants. Total assets: $760,803,239. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Atwood Foundation Incorporated — Grants Program
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Atwood Foundation Incorporated

Atwood Foundation Incorporated is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,378,906 in grants. Total assets: $50,822,342. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Ciri Foundation — Grants Program
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Ciri Foundation

Ciri Foundation is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,951,043 in grants. Total assets: $59,623,492. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Doyon Foundation — Grants Program
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Doyon Foundation

Doyon Foundation is a private foundation based in Fairbanks, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,395,300 in grants. Total assets: $44,648,504. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Arctic Education Foundation — Grants Program
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Arctic Education Foundation

Arctic Education Foundation is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,353,999 in grants. Total assets: $31,052,415. Primary focus area: education. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust
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M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust

Pacific NW (incl AK)

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Rasmuson Foundation
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Rasmuson Foundation

All sectors

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Richard L & Diane M Block Foundation Tr — Grants Program
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Richard L & Diane M Block Foundation Tr

Richard L & Diane M Block Foundation Tr is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,560,091 in grants. Total assets: $33,427,001. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Floyd Hooker Foundation — Grants Program
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Floyd Hooker Foundation

Floyd Hooker Foundation is a private foundation based in Soldotna, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $331,732 in grants. Total assets: $2,954,050. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Leighty Foundation — Grants Program
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Leighty Foundation

Leighty Foundation is a private foundation based in Juneau, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $354,650 in grants. Total assets: $4,575,431. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Koniag Educational Foundation — Grants Program
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Koniag Educational Foundation

Koniag Educational Foundation is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2024, the foundation distributed $750,338 in grants. Total assets: $11,940,950. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Carr Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Carr Foundation Inc

Carr Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $600,500 in grants. Total assets: $11,640,462. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Harvey Samuelsen Scholarship Tr — Grants Program
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Harvey Samuelsen Scholarship Tr

Harvey Samuelsen Scholarship Tr is a private foundation based in Dillingham, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $690,496 in grants. Total assets: $16,856,608. Primary focus area: education. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Bristol Bay Foundation — Grants Program
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Bristol Bay Foundation

Bristol Bay Foundation is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $823,924 in grants. Total assets: $35,381,792. Primary focus area: youth development. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Robert Aqqaluk Newlin Sr Memorial Trust — Grants Program
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Robert Aqqaluk Newlin Sr Memorial Trust

Robert Aqqaluk Newlin Sr Memorial Trust is a private foundation based in Kotzebue, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $864,236 in grants. Total assets: $35,516,460. Primary focus area: arts culture. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Bill Stroecker Foundation — Grants Program
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Bill Stroecker Foundation

Bill Stroecker Foundation is a private foundation based in Fairbanks, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $985,371 in grants. Total assets: $23,156,676. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Chugach Heritage Foundation — Grants Program
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Chugach Heritage Foundation

Chugach Heritage Foundation is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $822,844 in grants. Total assets: $35,377,096. Primary focus area: education. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Thomas And Cindy Massie Foundation — Grants Program
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Thomas And Cindy Massie Foundation

Thomas And Cindy Massie Foundation is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $942,355 in grants. Total assets: $23,173,913. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Alaska Airlines Foundation — Grants Program
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Alaska Airlines Foundation

Alaska Airlines Foundation is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $580,000 in grants. Total assets: $10,478,825. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Tebughna Foundation — Grants Program
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Tebughna Foundation

Tebughna Foundation is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $197,984 in grants. Total assets: $857,854. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $50KRolling deadline
Huna Heritage Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Huna Heritage Foundation Inc

Huna Heritage Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Juneau, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $135,639 in grants. Total assets: $318,913. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $50KRolling deadline
Alaska Community Foundation
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Alaska Community Foundation

Statewide

Up to $50KRolling deadline
Ellsworth Foundation — Grants Program
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Ellsworth Foundation

Ellsworth Foundation is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $130,450 in grants. Total assets: $901,124. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $50KRolling deadline
Parks Foundation — Grants Program
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Parks Foundation

Parks Foundation is a private foundation based in Anchorage, AK. In 2023, the foundation distributed $160,000 in grants. Total assets: $2,592,515. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $50KRolling deadline

Frequently Asked Questions: Alaska Grants

What types of grants are available in Alaska?

Alaska organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), Alaska-specific state agency grants, regional foundation grants, and local community foundation awards. Federal programs represent the largest pool; state agency grants often have shorter application cycles and local preference.

Do I need to be incorporated in Alaska to apply for state grants?

For most Alaska state agency grants, yes — organizations must be registered to do business in Alaska and often must demonstrate primary service delivery within the state. Federal grants are open regardless of incorporation state, provided your program serves eligible populations.

How do I find Alaska state grant opportunities?

Alaska state agency grants are published through the state grants portal, individual agency websites (health department, arts commission, housing finance agency, etc.), and GrantAQ's aggregated database. GrantAQ pulls all active state grants alongside federal and foundation opportunities so you see everything in one place.

What is the deadline cycle for Alaska grants?

Alaska state grant deadlines vary widely by agency. Many education and health grants align with the state fiscal year (often July 1). Community development grants may have spring deadlines. Federal grants follow agency-specific cycles. GrantAQ tracks all deadlines and sends alerts before they close.

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