The Foraker Group

On February 17, Foraker’s President/CEO Laurie Wolf will present to the Alaska State Legislature at a Lunch and Learn on nonprofits as partners to government in a strong economy. Laurie will highlight how Alaska nonprofits deliver essential services that constituents rely on every day and share how recent federal policy and funding shifts since January 2025 have significantly impacted Alaska. You can view Laurie’s presentation on Gavel Alaska. Learn more about Foraker’s latest research and explore how policymakers and nonprofits can continue working together for Alaska…. Read more »

We are thrilled to grow our fundraising and finance teams. Foraker has a team of more than 25 consultants ready to help you strengthen your organization. Welcome to our new fundraising consultants: Jen Snow, Nick Roberts, and Megan Riebe. We are also growing our finance consulting team – we welcome Romeika Ferguson-Adderley, Adam Baker, and Yolanda McCollum. You can learn more about our team here…. Read more »

During our recent annual meeting, the Governance Board elected several new board members. Welcome to our new Governance Board Members: Jared Kosin, CEO, Alaska Hospital & Healthcare Association Esther Pitts, CEO, Mat-Su Health Foundation Welcome to our new Statewide Advisory Council Members: Sara Perman, Executive Director, Atwood Foundation Stacey Schultz, Executive Director, The Homer Foundation Laurie Stuart, Executive Director, Tyonek Tribal Conservation District We are incredibly grateful for their dedication to serving on our boards and strengthening Alaska’s nonprofits and tribes. You can learn more about our board and advisory council here…. Read more »

Raising charitable revenue to perform our missions is part of the nonprofit equation. Organizations rely on different levels of charitable funding, and each organization has strengths and challenges depending on how much of its budget is driven by charitable contributions as opposed to mission-related earned income. That said, often our staff and board teams overall are undertrained, underprepared, and yet incredibly optimistic about what it takes to raise and appropriately steward charitable revenue and relationships. I appreciate the optimism. We need that kind of energy and belief in our missions, but optimism without a solid plan, useful research-backed training, and a good dose of myth-busting makes this work harder than it should be. Recent federal tax changes are now in effect and will impact charitable giving. These changes will primarily… Read more »

Our fundraising team is here to help. We know fundraising looks different right now, and many organizations are navigating uncertainty, change, and new opportunities. To support you, we’re offering four virtual fundraising learning and support opportunities—ranging from one-hour conversations to multi-week series and a hands-on intensive—all designed to meet you where you are. Whether you’re looking for a thought partner, peer connection, foundational skills, or help getting a plan across the finish line, there’s an option for you. FREE OFFICE HOURS Many organizations are facing uncertainty due to recent federal government changes. Our Fundraising Office Hours are designed to help you navigate this evolving landscape with clarity and confidence. Your team (no more than two people) can sign up for one free 45-minute consultation with Foraker’s fundraising team. If you’re looking for… Read more »

Join our vibrant and supportive team as a Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant, where you’ll play a key role in delivering dynamic accounting services to support Alaska nonprofits and tribes. The ideal candidate will be collaborative and flexible, have excellent organizational skills and follow-through, and enjoy a fast-paced, highly varied suite of accounting duties. Learn more here…. Read more »

The partial shutdown is guaranteed as federal funding runs out tonight at midnight. After some delays, Congress is still on track to enact a spending package as early as next week to reopen and fund the government, potentially limiting the harm caused by a partial shutdown on nonprofits and the communities we serve. The Senate late today approved that spending package, and the House is expected to vote on it when lawmakers return to Washington next week. The partial shutdown that begins tonight will impact 78% of the federal discretionary budget. If the House approves the measure, however, the impacts of the partial shutdown are expected to be limited. Federal agencies have been developing contingency plans outlining which federal employees will be instructed to stop working and which are deemed… Read more »

The pressure of a new year only intensifies if you think you are supposed to do something new or better. It seems like the idea of a resolution is that it is imbued with hope and possibility but really, it can all feel a bit exhausting. Please don’t misunderstand me, I am all about improvement and advancement, but if the pressure to do new and shiny things is more about external forces and less about what is truly motivating you and your organization to do better, then I would caution you to think again. Especially right now. For so many in our sector, 2025 was not like other years. Uncertainty, fear, and concern became regular parts of most nonprofit team experiences. What was once a sure thing, became a question…. Read more »

We know we’ve asked for your participation in several surveys lately — and we truly appreciate your time. There’s a good reason we keep coming back to you: high-quality, rigorous data helps us tell the real story of Alaska’s nonprofit sector to funders, policymakers, and the media. Your participation ensures that the story is accurate, powerful, and grounded in lived experience. We are conducting a new statewide survey to understand how government funding cuts and policy changes continue to affect nonprofit organizations and tribes in Alaska. Earlier this year, following the administration’s announcement of a federal funding freeze, we moved quickly to assess the potential impact. The initial results showed a catastrophic threat to the health and well-being of Alaskans and the organizations that serve them. Now, almost a year… Read more »

Is your organization considering a leadership change in 2026? If so, now is the time to start planning for it. Our Leadership Transition team takes a realistic and thoughtful approach to this important process so you can maintain the focus on your mission. To learn more about our services and to help assess if they are the right fit for your organization, please review these FAQs. If you have additional questions, email, or call us at 907-743-1200…. Read more »