Foundations that fund organizations in Copper Center, Alaska
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Copper Center nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $21K to Copper Center organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Copper Center around $5,714. 2 of these funders are based in Alaska; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Copper Center
- $21K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $5,714
- Based in AK
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Copper Center organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Alaska Community Action Program Foundation | Anchorage, AK | 1 | $10K | $10K | Yes | Cultural Preservation Project |
| Blackburn Heritage Foundation | Bothell, WA | 1 | $5,714 | $5,714 | Preselected only | Nutrition Lunch Program |
| Copper Valley Electric Association Commu | Glennallen, AK | 3 | $5,500 | $1,500 | Yes | Funding for summer literacy camp; Snow boots, gear, necessities for older children; In-class science program |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Copper Center, Alaska?
Rural Alaska Community Action Program Foundation, Blackburn Heritage Foundation, Copper Valley Electric Association Commu reported grants to Copper Center organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Copper Center. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.