The Cook Inlet Regional Citizens Advisory Council represents the citizens of Cook Inlet in promoting environmentally safe marine transportation and oil facility operations. In the aftermath of the Exxon oil spill, Congress crafted a comprehensive oil spill prevention bill, the Oil Pollution Act (OPA) of 1990. Under OPA 90, two regional citizen advisory councils were…
The Alaska Arts & Culture Foundation strives to develop resources and provide services to support the arts in Alaska and advance the mission of the Alaska State Council on the Arts. AACF currently manages three funds to support the arts in Alaska: The Connie Boochever Arts Endowment; the Helen Walker Performing Artists Fund; and the…
Since its beginnings, ACHP Alaska has and continues to provide education in energy-efficient building technology throughout the State of Alaska. All ACHP Alaska workshops, publications, and projects are designed specifically for Northern regions. These regions have very diverse climatic zones with extreme temperatures, as well as precipitation, soil, and cultural differences. All of these factors…
Best Beginnings is a public-private partnership that mobilizes people and resources to ensure all Alaska children begin school ready to succeed. Through support from businesses, foundations, nonprofits, government, and individuals, Best Beginnings: Supports parents as a child’s first teacher. Advocates for high quality, affordable, and accessible child care and early learning programs for all families…
