Ketchikan Community Foundation Grant Program

Ketchikan Community Foundation Grant Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Alaska Community Foundation
Amount: Up to US $40,000
Last Updated: January 18, 2026

Summary

The Ketchikan Community Foundation Grant Program, part of The Alaska Community Foundation, invites applications from 501(c)(3) organizations and equivalents to support community projects in Ketchikan. The new IMPACT GRANT aims to address diverse needs, including health, education, and arts, with funding up to $50,000. Eligible organizations include local nonprofits, faith-based groups, and tribal entities, fostering sustainable community development and lasting impacts.

Overview

Ketchikan Community Foundation Grant Program The Ketchikan Community Foundation (KCF), an Affiliate of The Alaska Community Foundation, seeks applications from charitable organizations and non-profits in Ketchikan that strive to strengthen the physical and emotional well-being of the people in our community. We recognize that health and wellness are shaped not only by medical care, but also by access to safety, stability, connection, dignity, and care. Eligible projects may address physical needs, emotional or mental health support, crisis response, healing and recovery, caregiving, community connection, or the reduction of isolation and stress. We encourage applicants to think broadly about how their work supports individuals, families, and communities in meeting essential physical or emotional needs and in building resilience, belonging, and overall well-being in Ketchikan. This year’s Ketchikan Community Foundation grant theme is: Physical and Emotional Support Typical Grant Range: $2,000-$10,000

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Your organization is eligible for funding through this grant opportunity if it is one of the following:501(c)3 public charitable organization with 509(a)(1), 509(a)(2), or 509(a)(3) public charitable status as designated in your IRS Determination letterFaith-based organization providing social servicesFederally recognized Tribe or Tribal nonprofit organizationCity Government or Borough

Ineligibility

The following are not eligible for grant funding:IndividualsState or federal government agenciesFor-profit organizations or businessesPrivate nonprofit organizations (those not identified in their IRS determination letter as 509(a)(1), 509(a)(2), or 509(a)(3)Requests for support that do not fall within the funding guidelinesActivities that improperly discriminate as to race, gender, marital status, sexual preference, age, disability, creed or ethnicity, or grants for religious indoctrination or other religious activities