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Mid-range grants for capital and programmatic projects with significant community impact. Eligible projects include construction, renovation, historic preservation, and pilot program expansion. Applications are reviewed quarterly for capital projects and twice a year for programmatic requests.
This program supports small capital projects, technology upgrades, and vehicle purchases (the foundation describes these as 'buy, build, fix, or create' projects). It is designed for fast capital and one-time funding needs.
Rasmuson Foundation is a private corporation based in ANCHORAGE, AK. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1992. It holds total assets of $845.4M. Annual income is reported at $283.7M. THE FOUNDATION ENGAGED IN EXPLORING A HOMELESSNESS INITIATIVE AND CONTRACTORS WERE HIRED TO ASSIST WITH STRATEGIC, PROGRAM, FINANCIAL, AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENTS. VARIOUS TELECONFERENCES, PANELS, AND GATHERINGS OF GRANTEES AND BUSINESS LEADERS WERE HOSTED TO BRING TOGETHER EXPERTS FROM DIFFERING CULTURES, LOCATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS TO SUPPORT THE EFFORTS TO END HOMELESSNESS IN ALASKA. According to available records, Rasmuson Foundation has made 3,364 grants totaling $137.8M, with a median grant of $7K. Annual giving has grown from $21.5M in 2020 to $29.3M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2021 with $53.7M distributed across 1,432 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $50 to $3.5M, with an average award of $41K. The foundation has supported 1,103 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Alaska, Washington, District of Columbia, which account for 92% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 31 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
THE FOUNDATION ENGAGED IN EXPLORING A HOMELESSNESS INITIATIVE AND CONTRACTORS WERE HIRED TO ASSIST WITH STRATEGIC, PROGRAM, FINANCIAL, AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENTS. VARIOUS TELECONFERENCES, PANELS, AND GATHERINGS OF GRANTEES AND BUSINESS LEADERS WERE HOSTED TO BRING TOGETHER EXPERTS FROM DIFFERING CULTURES, LOCATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS TO SUPPORT THE EFFORTS TO END HOMELESSNESS IN ALASKA.
Expenses: $265K
THE FOUNDATION'S INDIVIDUAL ARTIST AWARD PROGRAM AWARDS ONE DISTINGUISHED ARTIST AWARD, TEN FELLOWSHIP AWARDS, AND TWENTY-FIVE PROJECT AWARDS. VARIOUS TELECONFERENCES AND GATHERINGS OF PANELIST WERE HOSTED TO REVIEW AND SELECT FROM OVER THREE HUNDRED APPLICATIONS TO THE PROGRAM.
Expenses: $151K
THE FOUNDATION ADMINISTERS PROGRAM RELATED INVESTMENTS TO RESPOND TO THE CAPITAL NEEDS OF ALASKA NONPROFITS. CERTAIN CONSULTANTS AND CONTRACTORS WERE HIRED TO ASSIST WITH THE PROGRAM.
Expenses: $14K
THE FOUNDATION'S SABBATICAL PROGRAM AWARDS FIVE TO SEVEN SABBATICAL GRANTS TO SUPPORT AND INCENTIVIZE ALASKA'S NONPROFIT AND TRIBAL EXECUTIVES TO REMAIN IN THE FIELD. VARIOUS TELECONFERENCES AND GATHERING OF PANELIST WERE HOSTED TO REVIEW AND SELECT APPLICATIONS TO THE PROGRAM.
Expenses: $13K
THE FOUNDATION ENGAGED IN EXPLORING A HOMELESSNESS INITIATIVE AND CONTRACTORS WERE HIRED TO ASSIST WITH STRATEGIC, PROGRAM, FINANCIAL, AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENTS. VARIOUS TELECONFERENCES, PANELS, AND GATHERINGS OF GRANTEES AND BUSINESS LEADERS WERE HOSTED TO BRING TOGETHER EXPERTS FROM DIFFERING CULTURES, LOCATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS TO SUPPORT THE EFFORTS TO END HOMELESSNESS IN ALASKA. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 3,364 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in AK, WA, DC.
Rasmuson Foundation has distributed a total of $137.8M across 3,364 grants. The median grant size is $7K, with an average of $41K. Individual grants have ranged from $50 to $3.5M.
The application deadline is TIER 1 AND 2 GRANT PROGRAMS - NO DEADLINES ARTS GRANTS AND SABBATICAL AWARDS - SEE WWW.RASMUSON.ORG. TAX EXEMPT CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS, GOVERNMENT ENTITIES AND TRIBES; INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE ALASKA RESIDENTS.
Rasmuson Foundation is headquartered in ANCHORAGE, AK. While based in AK, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 31 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diane S Kaplan | PRESIDENT / CEO | $919K | $108K | $1M |
| Julee Farley | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | $289K | $74K | $366K |
| Alexandra K Mckay | VP PROGRAMS | $276K | $87K | $365K |
| Jeffrey C Baird | CHIEF OF STAFF | $253K | $63K | $319K |
| Angela S Cox | VP EXTERNAL AFFAIRS | $241K | $75K | $319K |
Total Giving
$38.4M
Total Assets
$760.8M
Fair Market Value
$760.8M
Net Worth
$737.5M
Grants Paid
$22.7M
Contributions
$568K
Net Investment Income
$45.6M
Distribution Amount
$35.1M
Total: $289.5M
Total Grants
3,364
Total Giving
$137.8M
Average Grant
$41K
Median Grant
$7K
Unique Recipients
1,103
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community ConnectionsTHERAPEUTIC FOSTER CARE HOMES IN KETCHIKAN AND PRINCE OF WALES | Ketchikan, AK | $400K | 2023 |
| National Museum Of The American IndianTHE ELMER AND MARY LOUISE THEATRE ENDOWMENT | Washington, DC | $1.5M | 2023 |
| Alaska Native Heritage CenterBUILDING RENOVATION AND EXHIBIT EXPANSION IN ANCHORAGE | Anchorage, AK | $1.5M | 2023 |
| Spruce RootSEACOAST TRUST ENDOWMENT | Juneau, AK | $1M | 2023 |
| The Alaska Community FoundationNUDLGHI LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE FUND |
SEATTLE, WA
CINCINNATI, OH
SEATTLE, WA
OAKLAND, CA
| Judy Rasmuson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Rebecca Brice-Henderson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike Navarre | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Marilyn Romano | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Curtis Mcqueen | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Angela Salazar | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Kathy Hurlburt | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Natasha Von Imhof | VICE CHAIR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Jay Gibbons | SECRETARY / TREASURER | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Cathryn Rasmuson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lile R Gibbons | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Adam Gibbons | CHAIR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | 990PF | View |
| 2017 | 990PF | View |
| 2016 | 990PF | View |
| 2015 | 990PF | View |
| Anchorage, AK |
| $1M |
| 2023 |
| Catholic Social ServicesHOMELESSNESS NAVIGATION CENTER IN ANCHORAGE | Anchorage, AK | $900K | 2023 |
| The Foraker GroupSERVICES FOR ALASKAN NONPROFITS | Anchorage, AK | $830K | 2023 |
| Alutiiq Heritage FoundationALUTIIQ MUSEUM EXPANSION AND RENOVATION | Kodiak, AK | $800K | 2023 |
| Alaska State Council On The ArtsARTS AND CULTURE GRANT PROGRAMS | Anchorage, AK | $750K | 2023 |
| Nome Community CenterPERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING | Nome, AK | $500K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of The Kenai PeninsulaCLUBHOUSE CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION | Kenai, AK | $500K | 2023 |
| Kodiak Area Native AssociationKODIAK MARKETPLACE | Kodiak, AK | $500K | 2023 |
| University Of Alaska FoundationALASKA NATIVE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING PROGRAM | Anchorage, AK | $500K | 2023 |
| Mat-Su 2024 Arctic Winter Games Host SocietyMAT-SU 2024 ARCTIC WINTER GAMES | Palmer, AK | $475K | 2023 |
| Organized Village Of KakeCOMMUNITY GATHERING PLACE | Kake, AK | $450K | 2023 |
| The Salvation Army - Alaska DivisionKING'S LAKE CAMP REVITALIZATION PROJECT | Anchorage, AK | $450K | 2023 |
| Fairbanks Library FoundationNOEL WIEN LIBRARY RENOVATION AND EXPANSION | Fairbanks, AK | $450K | 2023 |
| Alaska Public Media IncMOLLY OF DENALI SEASONS 4 AND 5 | Anchorage, AK | $450K | 2023 |
| Ketchikan Gateway BoroughDUDLEY SPORTS FIELD IMPROVEMENTS | Ketchikan, AK | $450K | 2023 |
| Bean'S CafeFOOD PRODUCTION FACILITY EXPANSION IN ANCHORAGE | Anchorage, AK | $450K | 2023 |
| Museums Alaska IncART ACQUISITION AND COLLECTIONS MANAGEMENT FUND FOR ALASKA MUSEUMS | Anchorage, AK | $447K | 2023 |
| Sitka Homeless CoalitionPERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING | Sitka, AK | $420K | 2023 |
| Sultana New Ventures LlcRECOVER ALASKA PROGRAM | Anchorage, AK | $400K | 2023 |
| The Alaska Black CaucusEQUITY CENTER IN ANCHORAGE | Anchorage, AK | $350K | 2023 |
| Gamers Sports TravelMOUNTAIN VIEW INDOOR BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL FIELD HOUSE IN ANCHORAGE | Anchorage, AK | $350K | 2023 |
| Juneau Housing First Collaborative Dba The Glory HallJUNEAU HOUSING FIRST AFFORDABLE HOUSING CONVERSION | Juneau, AK | $300K | 2023 |
| Shiloh Community Housing IncRESOURCE CENTER RENOVATION IN ANCHORAGE | Anchorage, AK | $300K | 2023 |
| City Of ValdezSENIOR HOUSING CONSTRUCTION | Valdez, AK | $250K | 2023 |
| Hoonah Indian AssociationCOMMUNITY GREENHOUSE AND KITCHEN | Hoonah, AK | $250K | 2023 |
| Anchorage Park FoundationPARK IMPROVEMENTS IN DOWNTOWN ANCHORAGE | Anchorage, AK | $250K | 2023 |
| Great Alaska Council Boy Scouts Of AmericaRENOVATION OF THE CAMP GORSUCH DINING HALL IN CHUGIAK | Anchorage, AK | $250K | 2023 |
| Southeast Alaska Food BankFOOD STORAGE WAREHOUSE IN JUNEAU | Juneau, AK | $250K | 2023 |
| Alaska Sustainable Fisheries TrustGULF OF ALASKA FISHERY QUOTA BANK | Sitka, AK | $238K | 2023 |
| Alaska Municipal LeagueNONPROFIT COALITION | Juneau, AK | $225K | 2023 |
| National Forest FoundationCONSTRUCT OF PUBLIC USE CABINS IN ALASKA'S NATIONAL FORESTS | Missoula, MT | $219K | 2023 |
| Igiugig VillageCOMMUNITY CULTURAL CENTER CONSTRUCTION | Igiugig, AK | $200K | 2023 |
| The Conservation FundENGINEERING STUDY FOR EKLUTNA RIVER & EKLUTNA LAKE | Arlington, VA | $200K | 2023 |
| The Great Land TrustSETTLER'S BAY COASTAL PARK EXPANSION IN THE MAT-SU BOROUGH | Anchorage, AK | $200K | 2023 |
| Tsalteshi Trails AssociationMAINTENANCE BUILDING AND STORAGE YARD IN SOLDOTNA | Soldotna, AK | $185K | 2023 |
| For The Kids Foundation Dba Big Brothers Big Sisters Pick-Up ServiceVEHICLES FOR DONATION PROGRAM IMPROVEMENTS IN ANCHORAGE | Anchorage, AK | $181K | 2023 |
| Spruce Island Development CorporationSTRUCTURAL REPAIRS TO A HISTORIC CHURCH | Anchorage, AK | $180K | 2023 |
| Opt-In KianaYOUTH CENTER RENOVATION AND FURNISHINGS | Kiana, AK | $177K | 2023 |
| Abused Women'S Aid In CrisisFACILITY AND TECHNOLOGY UPGRADES IN ANCHORAGE | Anchorage, AK | $170K | 2023 |
| Palmer Family Church Of The NazareneINCLUSIVE FAMILY PARK IN PALMER | Palmer, AK | $150K | 2023 |
| Christian Health AssociatesPRO BONO COUNSELING PROGRAM IN ANCHORAGE | Anchorage, AK | $150K | 2023 |
| Peninsula Art Guild Dba Kenai Art CenterBUILDING RESTORATION AND RENOVATION | Kenai, AK | $150K | 2023 |
| Anchorage Sportsplex Dba The DomeBLOWER UNIT FOR THE DOME | Anchorage, AK | $150K | 2023 |
| Nordic Skiing Association Of AnchorageKARL EID SKI JUMP BUILDINGS | Anchorage, AK | $150K | 2023 |
| Hope Community Resources IncREPAIRS AND UPGRADES TO 30 ASSISTED LIVING HOMES IN SOUTHCENTRAL | Anchorage, AK | $133K | 2023 |
| Fairbanks Community Food Bank ServiceSOLAR PANELS ON WAREHOUSE FACILITY | Fairbanks, AK | $125K | 2023 |
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