How to apply
Applicants must submit the rural cap foundation application form, a copy of their irs tax status letter (if they are applying as a non-profit), and a one to two page proposal which includes a brief description of the organization, project description, benefit, budget, and reporting plan. Contact: Rural Alaska Cap Fdn Grants Manager, 731 E 8th Avenue, Anchorage, Ak, 9072792511 Deadlines: April 30, august 31, and november 30 Restrictions: Grants from $500 to $7,500 may be made to eligible 501(c)(3) and governmental organizations for programs serving the needs of low income people in alaska. Grant recipients have 12 months to successfully complete their project and submit their final report.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
33 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southeast Regional Resource CenterJuneau, AK | 2025 Academic Decathlon | $25K |
| Alaska Marine Safety Education AssociationSitka, AK | Strengthening Marine Safety Training Program for Rural Alaska Schools | $25K |
| Native Village of Venetie Tribal GovVenetie, AK | Teedrinjik Food Security and Preservation Program | $19K |
| Bridges Community Resource NetworkSoldotna, AK | Classes and Education | $15K |
| Opt - in KianaKiana, AK | Katyaagmii Dancers | $15K |
| KuugaqPalmer, AK | KUUGAQ Noatak Playground | $15K |
| Tuluksak Native Community IgapTuluksak, AK | Equipment Assessment and Repair | $15K |
| Native Village of Fort YukonFort Yukon, AK | Hockey Project | $15K |
| Kennicot McCarthy Recreation AllianceGlenallen, AK | Playground Project | $14K |
| Sitka Conservation SocietySitka, AK | Youth Summer Camp and Regional Exchanges | $12K |
| Renewable Energy Alaska ProjectAnchorage, AK | Equipping Rural Alaska Residents with Weatherization Tools | $11K |
| Chilkoot Indian AssociationHaines, AK | Nourishing Generations of the Chilkoot Tribe | $10K |
| Alaska Business Development CenterAnchorage, AK | 2025 Volunteer Tax & Loan Program | $10K |
| Tundra Women's CoalitionBethel, AK | TAAV Outward Bound Youth Leadership Project | $10K |
| Bunnell Street Arts CenterHomer, AK | Healing and Encouragement through Art Workshops | $10K |
| Kake City School DistrictKake, AK | Training and Coaching for Kake Home Visitor | $10K |
| Village of KwethlukKwethluk, AK | Restart Tribal Youth Council | $10K |
| Early Learning CoalitionHealy, AK | Supporting Childcare Access and Workforce Stabilization | $10K |
| Native Village of Kluti-KaahCopper Center, AK | Cultural Preservation Project | $10K |
| Native Village of Port LionsPort Lions, AK | Strategic Planning Project | $10K |
| Native MovementFairbanks, AK | Ilisaqativut's Inupiaq Language Intensive | $9,950 |
| Salamatof TribeKenai, AK | Salamatof Educational Farm Project | $9,848 |
| Aleutian Pribilof Islands Assoc IncAnchorage, AK | Feasibility of Economic Development and Strengthening Food Security in Aleutian Pribilof Islands | $8,000 |
| Healy Lake VillageFairbanks, AK | Family Tree Project | $7,500 |
| Copper River Native AssociationGlennallen, AK | Imagination Library | $6,491 |
| Bethel Actors GuildBethel, AK | 2025 Season | $5,000 |
| Pitka's Point Traditional CouncilSt Marys, AK | Youth Activities & Crafting | $5,000 |
| Wrangell Mountains CenterAnchorage, AK | Saghani ggaay project | $5,000 |
| Build Alaska's Future Education FundAnchorage, AK | Clerkstart | $5,000 |
| City of Saint PaulSt Paul Island, AK | When The Wind Was a River | $5,000 |
| Native Village of EagleEagle, AK | Summer Culture Camp | $5,000 |
| Bethel Broadcasting IncBethel, AK | KYUK's "Yupik Word of the Week" | $3,000 |
| Anchor Point Senior Citizens IncAnchor Point, AK | Garden of Eatin' Renovation | $2,000 |
About this foundation
Rural Alaska Community Action Program Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Anchorage, Alaska, administered in care of Shelsea Russell, tax-exempt since 1974. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Rural Alaska Community Action Program Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Applicants must submit the rural cap foundation application form, a copy of their irs tax status letter (if they are applying as a non-profit), and a one to two page proposal which includes a brief… Deadlines: April 30, august 31, and november 30.
How much does Rural Alaska Community Action Program Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $347K across 33 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Rural Alaska Community Action Program Foundation give?
Alaska (33 grants), per its latest filing.
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