Grants

As an Affiliate of The Alaska Community Foundation, Sitka Legacy Foundation’s goal is to support projects that enhance the quality of life for residents of Sitka and surrounding rural communities, addressing immediate needs while working toward long-term improvements. We are continually listening and learning about what is important to you.

We use proceeds from our growing permanent endowment to award grants that fund charitable organizations and programs. We seek projects that have the potential to impact a broad range of residents and show collaboration with other organizations.

Please feel free to contact our program manager or any member of the Advisory Board if you have a project you hope we’ll support.

SLF’s Annual Competitive Grant Program
Applications Open August 24 – September 21, 2026

SLF’s annual community grant program supports projects that address a wide range of local needs. Grants may fund initiatives including, but not limited to, health and wellness, education, the great outdoors, arts and culture and community development.
 
The 2026 grant cycle opens Monday, August 24, 2026. The deadline to apply is 5:00 PM AKDT, Monday, September 21, 2026. We are seeking grant applications from local nonprofits as well as Tribal and municipal entities and faith-based organizations.
 
We encourage applications for projects or programs that address the goals of the Sitka 2022-2027 Strategic Plan. Although the Plan was developed specifically as a guide for the City and Borough of Sitka, it reflects the concerns and interests of our community. The general goals stated in the plan could represent desired outcomes for any organization serving the Sitka area, including Port Alexander.
 
The five goals – edited for more general application – are as follows:
  • Quality of Life: Preserve the quality of life and the affordability for all residents.
  • Communication: Improve communications and strengthen relationships within the community and organization.
  • Sustainability: Align resources and financial and economic policies with Sitka’s goals for a sustainable community.
  • Infrastructure: Plan and invest in sustainable infrastructure for future generations.
  • Service: Support organizations that are recognized as being excellent service providers and great places to work.
Please refer to the resources below for complete grant program guidelines, eligibility requirements, and application materials.

Free Grant Application Workshop

Interested applicants are encouraged to attend a workshop on the grant application process:

  • September 11, 2026
  • 2:00-3:00 p.m.
  • Room 7, Harrigan Centennial Hall

Drop-In Q&A Session

Have questions about your application? Stop by our informal Q&A session:

  • September 18, 2026
  • 2:00-3:00 p.m.
  • Back Corner Meeting Room, Sitka Public Library

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For general questions, including requests for discussion about possible projects, contact Jennifer Mac Donald, Sitka Legacy Foundation Program Manager, at sitkalegacy@alaskacf.org.

For eligibility and technical questions about the online grant system, please contact The Alaska Community Foundation’s Affiliate Program staff at affiliate@alaskacf.org or 907-334-6700.

SLF Grantee Resources

If you are a current grantee and need to complete a grant report or other follow up, please note that these are completed using the online grant system.

Please find resources below to promote or share about the SLF grant your organization received:

Please remember to check when your grant report is due and to complete the required grant report in the same online grant system your organization used to apply for the grant.