Partnership Grants
New Process (Feb 2025)
As of February 2025, the application process and deadlines have been updated for the Partnership Grant program. Grant applications will now be accepted on a quarterly basis. See below for new process details.
While the application process has been updated, the Partnership Grant program and the types of initiatives considered for funding have not changed.
About
Partnership grants may be awarded to organizations that serve Trust beneficiaries for a specific purpose or need that is consistent with the Trust’s mission and current funding priorities.
Typically, partnership grants are one-time grants with a one year term, up to $50,000.
Eligibility
Eligible organizations for partnership grants are foundations, government agencies, tribal entities, nonprofits, and corporations who serve Trust beneficiaries.
For partnership grant funding examples, please see our Grant Guidelines.
Deadlines
Partnership Grants have the following application deadlines:
- February 15, by 5:00pm Alaska Time
- May 15, by 5:00pm Alaska Time
- August 15, by 5:00pm Alaska Time
- November 15, by 5:00pm Alaska Time
If the application deadline falls on a weekend or State of Alaska holiday, the application deadline will roll to the close of the next business day at 5:00pm Alaska Time.
The process, from application submission to a final decision by the Trust, will take around takes 3-5 months, but in some cases may take longer.
How to Apply
NOTE: Our grant portal has been updated 2/15/2025 and a new account must be created to access it. The log-in information that was previously used, prior to 2/15/2025, will not work to access this new portal. Even if you have previously had a grant from the Trust, you will need to register for a new account.
Helpful links:
Trust Partnership Grant Application
Applicant Portal Help Center
How To Create Your GrantsConnect Account
How to Start New Grant Applications
Contact
If you have any questions, please email:
Lucas Lind, Grants Administrator, Lucas.Lind@alaska.gov
Carrie Predeger, Grants Accountability Manager, Carrie.Predeger@alaska.gov