Meet Lindsay Hammer! 👋 Lindsay joined Rasmuson Foundation in 2024 as a program officer. She connects with organizations across Alaska and is constantly inspired by the passion and dedication of local changemakers — a spark that reinvigorates her own work every day. | Rasmuson Foundation
1:23
Meet Lindsay Hammer! 👋 Lindsay joined Rasmuson Foundation in 2024 as a program officer. She connects with organizations across Alaska and is constantly inspired by the passion and dedication of local changemakers — a spark that reinvigorates her own work every day. | Rasmuson Foundation
312 viewsMay 6, 2025
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
Hello, Deborah Vo! ✨ Deborah joined Rasmuson Foundation in 2021 as a program officer and stepped into a new role in 2023 focused on strategy and initiatives. Growing up in St. Mary’s shaped her into someone who uses her voice to uplift her community and catalyze meaningful action. | Rasmuson Foundation
1:10
Hello, Deborah Vo! ✨ Deborah joined Rasmuson Foundation in 2021 as a program officer and stepped into a new role in 2023 focused on strategy and initiatives. Growing up in St. Mary’s shaped her into someone who uses her voice to uplift her community and catalyze meaningful action. | Rasmuson Foundation
588 views1 year ago
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
IAA Story: X̱ unei Lance Twitchell | Rasmuson Foundation
IAA Story: X̱ unei Lance Twitchell | Rasmuson Foundation
4.7K views2 weeks ago
linkedin.com
Municipality of Anchorage, Rasmuson Foundation close in on purchase of Sockeye Inn as homelessness plan progresses
2:12
Municipality of Anchorage, Rasmuson Foundation close in on purchase of Sockeye Inn as homelessness plan progresses
Dec 21, 2021
alaskasnewssource.com
Rasmuson Foundation on Reels
0:15
Rasmuson Foundation on Reels
1 viewsMar 5, 2025
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
Foundation Season 3, Episode 5 Review: I'm So Happy The Mallows Have Finally Come Into Their Own As Characters
Foundation Season 3, Episode 5 Review: I'm So Happy The Mallows Have Finally Come Into Their Own As Characters
9 months ago
screenrant.com
What an accomplishment for CEO Diane Kaplan: 25 years at Rasmuson Foundation impacting life in Alaska! Since we couldn't mark the moment with a party, we managed to celebrate in true Diane fashion, with a song. Enjoy an original music video tribute, “Silver Salmon Creek!“ It's her favorite place, just across Cook Inlet. This was staff's way of thanking Diane for her dedication and commitment to Alaska. And learn more about Diane and what Silver Salmon Creek means to her: https://www.rasmuson.org
4:26
What an accomplishment for CEO Diane Kaplan: 25 years at Rasmuson Foundation impacting life in Alaska! Since we couldn't mark the moment with a party, we managed to celebrate in true Diane fashion, with a song. Enjoy an original music video tribute, “Silver Salmon Creek!“ It's her favorite place, just across Cook Inlet. This was staff's way of thanking Diane for her dedication and commitment to Alaska. And learn more about Diane and what Silver Salmon Creek means to her: https://www.rasmuson.org
5.5K viewsSep 9, 2020
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
8:03
“Continuation of the traditional language and art forms will carry us through the gateway to the future.” — Anna Brown Ehlers, 2023 Distinguished Artist We’re kicking off our weekly Individual Artist Awards spotlights with our 2023 Distinguished Artist Anna Brown Ehlers of Juneau! Anna Brown Ehlers is a culture bearer born in Juneau into the Whale House, the Gaanaxteidí (Woodworm) Clan, of the Yéil (Raven) moiety, her ancestry deeply rooted in Klukwan, an ancient Tlingit village historically kno
2.9K viewsSep 19, 2023
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
2:13
Catholic Social Services - Alaska cares for Alaska’s most vulnerable people through programs like the Brother Francis Shelter, Clare House, St. Francis House Food Pant | Rasmuson Foundation
6.5K viewsJul 4, 2019
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
2:23
Cal Williams, community activist and past president of the NAACP Alaska Chapter, shares how he came to Alaska — and why he stayed. His story is part of the Anchorage Senior Activity Center's Oral History Project, which captures the experiences of longtime Anchorage community leaders. Listen to Cal’s full story and more at anchorageseniorcenter.org/oralhistoryproject. 🔗 in bio. The project is also on display inside the center. It was funded by the Atwood Foundation and managed by Johanna Eurich.
233 viewsFeb 21, 2025
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
0:55
A huge thank you to Bettisworth North Architects and Planners and Anchorage Chamber of Commerce for highlighting the great work of Alaska's nonprofits last night. We had so much fun seeing everyone, let's get back together soon💙! It was so good to see The Alaska Community Foundation, Alaska Trails, Anchorage Museum, Anchorage Park Foundation, Armed Services YMCA of Alaska, The August Fund, Beans Cafe, Bird Treatment & Learning Center, Catholic Social Services - Alaska, Challenge Alaska, Food Ba
288 viewsAug 16, 2024
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
2:42
Up next in our Passion to Purpose video series is the Korean American Community of Anchorage, Inc.! Since 1974, they have been serving their community through a variety of programming, including an academy for seniors and cultural events. | Rasmuson Foundation
634 viewsNov 15, 2024
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
0:52
Happy November, Alaska❄️! We’re so excited about National Philanthropy Day on Nov. 14 that we’re planning to celebrate all month long🥳. Let’s kick it off by introducing our President and CEO, Gretchen Guess. | Rasmuson Foundation
330 viewsNov 1, 2024
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
2:21
In 2023, the Anchorage Senior Activity Center launched its Oral History Project as part of its 40th anniversary. The project features photos and recorded stories from longtime Anchorage community members, including Jewel Jones, a community leader and the city’s first director of Health and Human Services. Check out Jewel's full story and more on anchorageseniorcenter.org/oralhistoryproject. 🔗in bio. This project is also on display inside the center. The Oral History Project was funded by the At
135 viewsFeb 19, 2025
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
0:07
'Tis the season, Alaska! We wish everyone a very happy holidays and a wonderful new year. Our office will be closed from Monday, December 25 through Monday, Jan. 1, 2024. We will reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024. | Rasmuson Foundation
235 viewsDec 22, 2023
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
0:51
Happy Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving, Alaska. 🦃 A special thanks to @beanscafeak and @foodbankofalaska and everyone across the state who are making sure that plates are bellies are full. | Rasmuson Foundation
232 viewsNov 28, 2024
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
0:47
Happy President's Day! However you celebrate, we hope you have a safe and fun holiday. Please note, our office is closed in observance of this holiday. We will reopen tomorrow at 9 a.m. See you then! We visited University of Alaska Museum of the North to attend the Black in Alaska: Interior Edition reception earlier this month. The exhibit will be up until April 1, so be sure to check it out! | Rasmuson Foundation
133 viewsFeb 19, 2024
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
0:48
This weekend we celebrated the results of community coming together. In Our Backyard is an example of partnership, community drive, and compassion. The project will provide interim housing for unsheltered seniors. Thank you to everyone who brought this from an idea and took action. ❤️ #helpingothers | Rasmuson Foundation
491 viewsNov 25, 2024
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
0:19
Congratulations to musician Wasabi of Point Lay/Kaltag/Anchorage on her 2023 Individual Artist Award! Wasabi, Iñupiaq, Koyukon and Paiute, was born and raised in the Arctic with roots in the Yukon and Southcentral Alaska. Her music acknowledges systemic violence, food insecurity and injustice, and she uses her voice to amplify these concerns. Wasabi will purchase instrumentals, samples and studio equipment. She will pay Iñupiaq singers and drummers who will contribute to the album and language b
1.8K viewsOct 25, 2023
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
0:57
Catholic Social Services - Alaska's Fresh International Gardens (FIG) program doesn't just grow food -- it grows community. In our second season of Passion to Purpose, staff and clients of FIG share how gardening can make all the difference. Check out the full video on our YouTube page: https://youtu.be/7opLYaLim7M Want to support the work of FIG directly? Check out their online store where you can purchase locally grown and made goods at www.grownorthfarm.com/s/shop. | Rasmuson Foundation
6.7K views5 months ago
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
6:23
Alaska and the world lost a beautiful soul yesterday. Teri Rofkar, our 2013 Distinguished Artist, was an influential, accomplished artist and a kind, generous person. Rest in peace, Teri. | Rasmuson Foundation
50.3K viewsDec 3, 2016
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
1:19
Our "Ed’s Bench: Stories Taking Flight" series continues with more voices from people who reflect on their connection to Alaska. In this episode, they share why they are here, whether they live in Alaska or are just visiting, and reflect on what makes this place meaningful to them. They also answer the big question: mountains or rivers? 🎥 Watch episode two here. | Rasmuson Foundation
143 views8 months ago
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
0:45
Jerry Laktonen is an Alutiiq carver from Kodiak Island and the 2025 Distinguished Artist! In celebration of his award, Rasmuson Foundation is honored to share a mini-documentary about his life and his journey into art. Check out Jerry's full video and artist profile on our website: rasmuson.org/people/jerry-laktonen/ Jerry Laktonen's Facebook: Jerry Laktonen Artist Page | Rasmuson Foundation
1.8K views6 months ago
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
0:50
Bethel is a tight knit community where every person can make a big impact. In our second season of Passion to Purpose, city and nonprofit leaders share their stories about the power of community and what it means to show up for one another. Watch the full video in our YouTube page: youtu.be/b_bjStGhMjk?si=WfRkDsGQkEQKGgDY Special thank you to City of Bethel, Alaska, Tundra Women's Coalition, Bethel Community Services Foundation, Bethel Food Bank and Pantry, Bethel Winter House - Uksumi Uitavik,
3K views5 months ago
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
3:40
Artists speaking to artists! We are delighted to share this video in which our team AND other Alaska artists share their tips for receiving an Individual Artist Award. Great insights! Reminder: Alaska artists, makers and culture bearers have until March 1 to apply. Paper applications are due Feb. 14. Let's create more, together. Learn more: www.rasmuson.org/iaa #AKartists #letscreatemore #2023iaa | Rasmuson Foundation
234 viewsFeb 10, 2023
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
0:27
Good morning! We're back for the last day of Alaska Federation of Natives - Official Page convention. See you soon! Find us and The Foraker Group on the third floor. | Rasmuson Foundation
498 views7 months ago
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
0:23
When everyone is away, the social team is still at play😉! Meet our leadership team and enjoy this video that we've been waiting to share. Gretchen, Bob, Tasha, and Chris, thanks for being such great team players. | Rasmuson Foundation
322 viewsNov 30, 2024
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
7:50
"A big part of what I do is everything." — Duke Russell, Spenard artist, community leader In this year's Annual Letter to Alaska, we highlight the people and organizations who are on the frontline, making impact and changing lives. One of these leaders is Spenard artist Duke Russell. Duke is a self-taught, lifelong Alaska artist whose iconic illustrations and paintings offer a visual running commentary on Alaska life — and how it could be better. When hundreds of unsheltered individuals ended up
1.6K viewsAug 15, 2023
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
2:52
This month, we’re highlighting partners like you who are making a difference in their community in so many different ways in our series: Passion to Purpose💙. We hope you enjoy it! First up is the The Alaska Zoo, its origins and work in nurturing orphaned animals. What do you love about the zoo? Tell us in the comments below! | Rasmuson Foundation
410 viewsNov 8, 2024
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
1:31
"Taking Flight," a bench installation on the Anchorage Museum lawn, was installed in honor of our late board chair Ed Rasmuson. This summer, our communications associate Emily Cho hosted neighbors there to share what makes Alaska feel like home. Some spoke about the land that grounds them. Others shared stories of family, culture, and communities that show up in hard times. At Rasmuson Foundation, we believe helping others is an Alaska tradition. It is a value that keeps us rooted here and guide
330 views8 months ago
FacebookRasmuson Foundation
See more