How much funding does Outside Entity Funding (OEF) provide?

Outside Entity Funding (OEF) provides $60,000 per member community annually; $100,000 for regional projects in funding.

When is the deadline for Outside Entity Funding (OEF)?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Outside Entity Funding (OEF)?

Eligible applicants: Municipal and tribal governments; Local and regional nonprofit organizations. Geography: Located in NSEDC member communities; In the Bering Strait region of Northwestern Alaska.

How often is Outside Entity Funding (OEF) offered?

Outside Entity Funding (OEF) runs on an annual cycle.

Outside Entity Funding (OEF)

Norton Sound Economic Development Corporation

Foundation Annual Grants for Nonprofits Community Development Grants

Funding Amount

$60,000 per member community annually; $100,000 for regional projects

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Municipal and tribal governments
Local and regional nonprofit organizations

Geography

Located in NSEDC member communities
In the Bering Strait region of Northwestern Alaska

Other requirements

Local, state, or federal agencies
Regional projects also eligible

Overview

NSEDC's Outside Entity Funding program provides grants to organizations and entities to improve quality of life and encourage economic development in member communities.

Eligibility:

Municipal and tribal governments
Local and regional nonprofit organizations
Local, state, or federal agencies
All must be located in NSEDC member communities

Geographic Scope:

NSEDC's 15 member communities in the Bering Strait region of Northwestern Alaska
Regional projects also eligible

Funding Allocation:

$60,000 per member community annually (90% of program funds)
$100,000 (10% of program funds) for regional scope projects and programs
Additional consideration for fisheries-related projects through NSEDC's internal budget process

Program Priorities:

Community-level projects and programs
Regional scope projects and programs
Fisheries-related projects (prioritized)

Funding History:

2014: Received 36 project proposals, awarded $730,855 to community, regional, and fisheries-related projects

Application Deadlines:

Fisheries-related projects: October 15
Non-fisheries-related projects: January 15

Contact:

Community Benefits Director Paul Ivanoff
Phone: (907) 624-3190

Additional Information:

Application packets available at www.nsedc.com, NSEDC offices in Nome, Anchorage, and Unalakleet
Packets also available from local community liaisons

How to Apply

Application Process

Obtain Application Materials: Available at:
- www.nsedc.com
- NSEDC offices (Nome, Anchorage, Unalakleet)
- From NSEDC Community Outreach Liaisons
Submit Application by Deadline:
- Fisheries-related projects: October 15
- Non-fisheries-related projects: January 15
Application Contents: Standard Outside Entity Funding application guidelines and forms

Funding Tiers

Community-level funding: $60,000 per member community
Regional scope funding: $100,000 (separate pool)
Fisheries-related projects: May be funded through separate NSEDC budget process with earlier deadline

Contact for Questions

Community Benefits Director Paul Ivanoff
Phone: (907) 624-3190

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What Norton Sound Economic Development Corporation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 46
Total given: $6.32M
Median grant: $65K
Range: $5,236–$670K

By dollars: Alaska >99%, Washington <1%. Top recipient cities: Nome, AK; Anchorage, AK; Savoonga, AK.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
7% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.