The Foraker Group

We want to remind you that the National Council of Nonprofits regularly updates the status of the executive orders signed by President Trump. You can find those updates here and on our web page in the section Federal Actions — Updates.

We also encourage you to check our web page regularly where we post information, resources, and news reports specifically for Alaska nonprofits.

Senator Lisa Murkowsi is hosting a tele-town hall on February 19 from 5:00 – 6:00 pm AKST. The number to call is 855-756-7520 Ext 120665#

Call in to share your concerns about federal funding with the Senator.

As Congress begins work on tax and spending priorities, much is at stake for charitable nonprofits. Lawmakers will decide policy questions that can have a profound impact – positive or negative – on the ability of local organizations to improve lives, strengthen communities, and advance the public good. Sign onto the Nonprofit Community Letter to ensure Representatives and Senators understand the importance and impact of charitable organizations to their constituents and communities.

Go here to add your organization’s name to this vital communication.

During our recent annual meeting, the Governance Board elected several new board members.

Welcome to our new Governance Board Members:

• Bryan Butcher – CEO/Executive Director, Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (Bryan is a returning board member!)
• Grier Hopkins – Mayor of Fairbanks North Star Borough
• Curtis McQueen – Executive Director, Alaska Native Village Corporation Association

Pearl Brower will remain our Governance Board Chair and Pat Branson will remain our Secretary/Treasurer.

Welcome to our new Statewide Advisory Council Members (formerly known as the Operations Board):

• Roy Agloinga, President & CEO, First Alaskans Institute
• Eric Utraq Billingsley, President & CEO, United Way of Anchorage
• Mark Lackey, Executive Director, CCS Early Learning
• Marie-Sylvestre Olesen, Executive Director, Fairbanks Concert Association
• Mindy O’Neall, Executive Director, Cold Climate Housing Research Center
• Ivy Spohnholz, Alaska State Director, The Nature Conservancy (Ivy is a returning board member!)
• Samona Norombaba, Program Officer, Rasmuson Foundation (elected in May 2024)

Eric Gurley will be the new board chair of the Advisory Council.

We are incredibly grateful for their dedication to serving on our board and strengthening Alaska’s nonprofits and tribes. Learn more about our board here.