Foundations that fund organizations in North Pole, Alaska
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for North Pole nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $77K to North Pole organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to North Pole around $34K. 3 of these funders are based in Alaska; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to North Pole
- $77K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $34K
- Based in AK
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to North Pole organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David H Ainley Trust II | North Pole, AK | 1 | $37K | $37K | Preselected only | Humanitarian aid |
| The Jonah Project Inc | Fort Worth, TX | 1 | $34K | $34K | Preselected only | Grant |
| Bill Stroecker Foundation | Fairbanks, AK | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | Preselected only | Kjnp operations |
| The Usibelli Foundation | Fairbanks, AK | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | To provide operating funds for this civic organization |
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 North Pole, Alaska?
David H Ainley Trust II, The Jonah Project Inc, Bill Stroecker Foundation, The Usibelli Foundation reported grants to North Pole 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 North Pole. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.