Community Impact Grants

Geographic Scope: Mat-Su Borough, Alaska

UWMS provides support for programs and services in the Mat-Su valley that contribute to community's health, wellness, safety and development. Grants support innovative solutions in health, human and social services sectors focusing on meeting basic needs.

Eligible Focus Areas

• Education
• Financial stability
• Health and human services
• Community development

Example Recent Grantees (FY 2021)

• American Red Cross | Disaster Assistance, Training & Response
• Boys & Girls Club | Mat-Su Clubs
• CCS Early Learning | Early Head Start & Head Start Programs
• Kabayan Club of Mat-Su Inc. | Homemade Face Mask Covering Project
• Mat-Su Senior Services | Core Programs
• Onward & Upward | Health & Wellness Education & SEL Support for Youth Suicide Prevention
• Set Free Alaska | Adult & Children's Program Curriculum & Supplies
• Sunshine Community Health Center | Student Counseling Services
• Sunshine Transit | Transportation in the Upper Su
• The Children's Place | Medical Exams, Copays & Deductibles
• Valley Charities | Lift Gate Replacement
• Wasilla Area Seniors | Senior Nutrition Program

Eligibility

• Mat-Su agencies
• Programs in health and human services sectors

Contact Information

Jason Ortiz, Development Director

• Phone: 745-5822
• Email: give@unitedwaymatsu.org

United Way of Matanuska-Susitna

• Phone: 907-745-5824
• Email: admin@unitedwaymatsu.org
• Address: 550 S. Alaska St, Ste. 205, Palmer, Alaska 99645

Application Process

1. Submit Request Letter to Stephanie Allen via email at sallen@unitedwaymatsu.org
2. Format Requirements:
   • Three page maximum
   • Describe the project/program
   • Explain the difference it makes in the community
   • Detail how the funding will be used to support the project/program
3. Funding Period: FY 21 (July 1 - June 30) or as specified in current grant cycle