University of the Arctic Foundation
The Corporation is organized exclusively for the charitable, scientific, and educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code"), including, without limitation: to support Arctic higher education efforts of the University of the Arctic, also known as UArctic, and UArctic ry, a cooperative forum of universities, colleges, research institutes and other organizations in matters regarding northern regions, organized and headquartered in Rovaniemi, Finland, including participation by US higher education institutions and their students, faculty and staff, in activities of the University of the Arctic.
University of the Arctic Foundation at a glance
In short: University of the Arctic Foundation gave $250K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $250K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $250,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $250,000
- Median grant
- $250,000
- Total assets
- $383,927
- +53.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to University of the Arctic Foundation
- Next open deadline
- October 31, 2026 (UArctic Entrepreneurship Fund)
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from University of the Arctic Foundation
Who University of the Arctic Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was New York University ($250K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $250–500K range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $250K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York University New York, NY | To establish a fully expendable fund entitled Greenland Curtain Project, which will be used on an expendable basis to provide financial support for Professor David Holland's research fund at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences. | $250,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $383,927 | $1,663,411 | $1,529,879 | $250,000 | 1 | $29,163 |
| 2023 | $249,485 | $372,670 | $143,757 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $17,631 | $16,950 | $50 | — | — | — |
About University of the Arctic Foundation
Based on IRS filings
University of the Arctic Foundation is a public charity focused on Education, based in Fairbanks, AK. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $384K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $250K. Net investment income was $29K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
University of the Arctic Foundation is led by Morgan Dulian, Executive Director on every filing since 2023; 1 of 4 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Morgan Dulian
Executive Director
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$65K (2023) → $162K (2024)
Lars Kullerud
President
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brian Rogers
Treasurer
Board Chair → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Krista Amason
Secretary
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Barry Scherr (2021) — Director
- Former: Pat Pitney (2021) — Treasurer
- Former: Robert Sauve (2021) — Director
- Former: Steve Jones (2021) — Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $162K, to Morgan Dulian (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about University of the Arctic Foundation
How much does University of the Arctic Foundation give each year?
University of the Arctic Foundation gave $250K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is University of the Arctic Foundation?
University of the Arctic Foundation reported $384K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.7M.
What is University of the Arctic Foundation?
University of the Arctic Foundation is a public charity focused on Education, based in Fairbanks, AK. It holds $384K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does University of the Arctic Foundation operate?
University of the Arctic Foundation has awarded grants in New York.
What is University of the Arctic Foundation's EIN?
University of the Arctic Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-2093790. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 8, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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