Alaska Community Foundation

ACF envisions an Alaska where communities come together and have resources to thrive.

Together with our Affiliates, we connect people who care with causes that matter by encouraging and nurturing philanthropy through building and managing permanent endowments, convening stakeholders and working with partners to strengthen Alaskan communities, and providing donors with flexible giving options that are strategic to their philanthropic objectives.

The staff of ACF have deep roots in Alaska; in fact, many of our staff and board members are lifelong Alaskans. With Affiliate Community Foundations across Alaska, we know the issues of our state and the organizations that are working effectively to address needs and expand opportunities.

Through ACF, you have access to philanthropy experts for personalized, confidential, consultations tailored to your charitable and financial interests. Our staff will work with you and your professional advisors to help you make a tax beneficial donation that helps achieve your vision for a better Alaska.

Your philanthropic investment is managed for prudent growth and stability so that your gift will have as great an impact tomorrow as it does today. Our efforts are guided by a skilled board composed of community and business leaders and knowledgeable advisory board members in our Affiliate communities.

Starting as an idea and minimal initial resources in 1995, the founders of The Alaska Community Foundation imagined a place where Alaskans who have done well were able to give back. In 1998, the original articles of incorporation were restated and amended, establishing ACF as it exists today.

Since 2007, ACF has been accredited through National Standards for Community Foundations based on our processes and operational excellence. Compliance with National Standards indicates that ACF has met the nation's highest philanthropic standards for best practices.

Today, we manage over 500 funds, including ten Affiliate and five partner community funds, with assets totaling more than $90 million. Each year, because of donors like you, we are able to grant out $4 million to $6 million in charitable gifts to local nonprofit organizations and charities, making a lasting impact on Alaska for years to come.