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ASCF 2025 Local Grants Program

Arctic Slope Community Foundation Inc

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Funding Amount

Varies by community and category: Food Security ($52,500 base + up to $4,218.75 discretionary per community, plus $11,250 for non-NPRA communities and $37,500 for communities over 1,000 population); Education ($14,062.50 per community, $750 limit per student for sports/youth); Inupiaq Arts, Culture, and Language Preservation ($14,062.50 per community, $5,000 max per cultural event)

Deadline

July 3, 2026

86 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

ASCF 2025 Local Grants Program

Overview: The Arctic Slope Community Foundation (ASCF) provides annual grant funding to improve quality of life in Arctic Slope communities.

Geographic Scope: 8 Arctic Slope communities, including Point Hope, Anaktuvuk Pass, Kaktovik, and others on the North Slope of Alaska

Funding Categories:

  • Food Security

  • Education

  • Inupiaq Arts, Culture, and Language Preservation

    • Eligibility: Eligible organizations across the 8 Arctic Slope communities (nonprofit organizations)

    Budget Allocation Details:

      Food Security

    • Base allocation per community: $52,500
    • Discretionary "slush funds": Up to $4,218.75 per community
    • Non-NPRA (National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska) communities: Additional $11,250
    • Communities with populations over 1,000: Additional $37,500

      Education

    • Per community allocation: $14,062.50
    • Sports and youth activities limit: $750 per student

      Inupiaq Arts, Culture, and Language Preservation

    • Per community allocation: $14,062.50
    • Maximum per cultural event participation: $5,000

    Mission Alignment: Projects should address community needs and focus on meaningful, sustainable outcomes

    Community Engagement:

  • Q1 2025: Community engagement meetings

  • Q1/Q2 2025: Mandatory workshops for Food Bank applicants

  • Q4 2025: Close-out meetings for grant reporting

    • Contact Information:

  • Address: 3900 C Street, Suite 402, Anchorage, AK 99503

  • Phone: (907) 339-6026

  • Email: info@arcticslopecommunity.org

  • Tax ID: 27-2247740

  • Application Portal: https://arcticslopecf.submittable.com/submit

    • How to Apply

    Grant Application Process

    Step 1: Pre-Application Interview

  • Schedule a Zoom interview to discuss project mission, goals, and potential impact

  • Collect and submit organization's contact information, roles, phone numbers, and email addresses

  • Preview the application process on the grant submission portal: https://arcticslopecf.submittable.com/submit

    • Step 2: Initial Application Preparation

  • Define project mission and goals aligned with one of ASCF's four funding categories: Food Security, Education, or Inupiaq Arts, Culture, and Language Preservation

  • Prepare supporting documents:

    • - Financial records (tax filings, 12-month financial statements, balance sheets, profit/loss statements)
    - Audit reports (if applicable)
    - Detailed budget and cost analysis for the project

    Step 3: Application Submission

  • Submit application through the grant submission portal at https://arcticslopecf.submittable.com/submit

  • Include all required documentation

    • Step 4: Application Review

  • Applications under $35,000: Reviewed weekly by ASCF's Executive Director

  • Applications exceeding $35,000: Require board committee review during quarterly board meetings

  • Applicants scored using ASCF's Grant Review Rubric based on project details and community impact

    • Step 5: Final Award Documentation

  • Approved applicants receive a grant agreement requiring signature by organization leader

  • Submit ACH and W-9 forms to expedite fund distribution

  • Save all receipts, invoices, and project documentation for reporting

    • Step 6: Reporting Requirements

  • Quarterly Projects: Submit quarterly impact reports including financial details and project milestone updates

  • One-Time Projects: Submit single report upon project completion

  • Include photos, sign-up sheets, and media to document project impact

    • Key Application Tips:

  • Articulate your mission clearly and define how the project improves quality of life

  • Ensure all financial records, budgets, and eligibility requirements are complete and accurate

  • Demonstrate cost-effective planning and maximum use of grant funds

  • Show evidence of community support and involvement

    • Timeline:

  • Q1 2025: Start pre-application interviews and prepare initial applications

  • Q2 2025: Submit applications for review and attend mandatory workshops

  • Q3/Q4 2025: Implement projects and submit quarterly reports

  • Q4 2025: Close-out meetings and final reports

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    Fields of Work

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