Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines provides cash and in-kind contributions to not-for-profit, civic, educational and business organizations in communities where a significant number of their employees live and work. General contribution categories are education, social/cultural, healthcare, arts/humanities, civic, the environment and community activities. Funding is available through their corporate contributions program, community advisory boards (State of Alaska only) and foundation. Visit the Alaska Airlines website for complete details and application guidelines. (From main page, select More/Company Info/Community Contributions)

Susan Bramstedt, Director, Public Affairs – Alaska
(Susan is also Executive Director of the Alaska Airlines Foundation)
4750 Old International Airport Road, Anchorage, AK 99502
(907) 266-7230 ph • (907) 266-7229 fx
http://www.alaskaair.com/as/www2/company/Community-Contributions.asp#alaska

Alaska Commercial Company
Alaska Commercial Company supports organizations within rural Alaska, particularly where AC Value Stores are located. Company donates more than $150,000 annually – primarily to the Girl Scouts, Alaska School Activity Association, and “I did it by 2” child immunization program. They support local events within each community in many different ways, including in-store tables, etc. Apply in writing only.

Rex Wilhelm, President & COO
550 West 64th Ave., Suite 200, Anchorage, 99515 • rwilhelm AT northwest.ca
(907) 273-4600 ph • (907) 273-4800 fx

Alaska Communications Systems
In 2008, ACS’s giving will focus on organizations promoting education and economic development in Alaska. Apply at least two months prior to date funds are needed. Visit ACS website for complete details and application guidelines. (From main page, select About ACS/ACS in the Community)

Jeaneen Gill, Manager of Corporate Communications
600 Telephone Ave, MS29, Anchorage, 99503 • externalaffairs AT acsalaska.com
(907) 297-3137 ph • (800) 808-8083 toll-free/outside Anchorage • (907) 297-5135 fx
http://www.acsalaska.com/Cultures/en-US/Corporate+Information/ACS+in+the+Community/Contributions+and+Donations+Documents.htm

Alaska Distributors Co.
Alaska Distributors primarily contributes in-kind donations (e.g. wines for fundraising events) to organizations in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Ketchikan, Sitka, Kodiak, and other communities with a company presence.  They also contribute employee volunteers (wine pouring and expertise, for example), and some cash donations. Company reviews all requests on a case-by-case basis. Due to volume of inquiries received please mail, email or fax request six to twelve months in advance of event. Priority will go to organizations of interest to company and employee-sponsored requests. Alaska Distributors will contact requesting organization if they would like to donate; no phone calls, please.

Walter John, Vice President/General Manager
3840 Spenard Road, Anchorage 99517 • walterjohn AT alaskadistributors.com
(907) 279-3511 ph • (907) 276-1325 fx

Alaska Railroad
The Alaska Railroad supports charitable non-profits that enhance educational opportunities, community quality of life, and economic health as well as civic non-profits that provide community services and business development. Eligible organizations are those within railbelt communities and which impact the widest segment of the population. In addition to cash, the company also donates in-kind goods and services such as trip passes, used ties or equipment, and other surplus material. Their Denali Car is available for non-profit events in 2008 through a pilot program (a final contribution policy will be determined for 2009). Visit their website for further information and application guidelines (from main page, go to Information/Community. Application guidelines are under the Charitable Giving link.)

External Affairs (contact varies based on request type; see website)
PO Box 107500, Anchorage 99510-7500
(907) 265-2300 ph • (907) 265-2312 fx
http://alaskarailroad.com/arrc48.html

Alaska USA Federal Credit Union
Alaska USA Federal Credit Union supports the Alaska USA Foundation, which aids children and veterans of the armed services. Organizations supported in the current fiscal year are Children's Miracle Network, Disabled American Veteran's Charitable Service Trust, and Stand Down. Non-profit organizations and associations using Alaska USA's business checking account will automatically have the $5 monthly maintenance fee waived, even if the account balance falls below $1,000 in a calendar month.

Alaska USA Foundation
PO Box 196613, Anchorage, 99519-6613
(907) 786-2751 ph
www.alaskausafoundation.org

Alyeska Pipeline Service Co.
Alyeska Pipeline Service Company contributes to nonprofit, educational, civic, and fraternal organizations in communities along the pipeline corridor and where Alyeska employees live and work. Alyeska promotes activities, organizations, and causes that empower children to be responsible, caring, respectful, and productive citizens. Types of support include project support, general operating support, challenge and matching grants, coalitions and collaborations, and in-kind services (printing). Alyeska does not fund endowments, travel, individuals, programs that duplicate services provided by existing organizations, religious organizations or activities, or political organizations. Interested applicants should contact Alyeska for a copy of the application guidelines. Grants range from $100 to $5,000, and requests are evaluated and funded quarterly. Submit all requests to the Alyeska office nearest your organization at least four weeks in advance of the date funding is required.

Janie Leask, Community Relations Manager
PO Box 196660, Anchorage, 99519-6660  • leaskjp AT alyeska-pipeline.com
(907) 787-8565 ph • (907) 787-8240 fx

Curtis Thomas
PO Box 60469, MS 815, Fairbanks 99706
(907) 450-5857 ph • (907) 450-5894 fx

Ruth Black
APSC, P.O. Box 300, Valdez Airport, Valdez 99686
(907) 835-7084 ph • (907) 835-7086 fx

American Seafoods Company LLC
American Seafoods supports organizations that promote community service, student scholastic achievement, health, positive youth activities, cultural enrichment, and constructive environmental projects. Proposals are reviewed and approved by a Community Advisory Board comprised of seven to nine Alaskans from throughout Alaska. The objectives of the program are to identify and support worthy projects that benefit Alaskan communities. General operating and project support are provided. Visit their website for a contribution request form and list of organizations supported in the past. (From main page: Recent Press column on right/Community Advisory Board Contribution Request and Community Advisory Board Summary)

Kimberly Lynch
2025 First Avenue, Suite 900, Seattle, WA 98121  •
kim.lynch AT americanseafoods.com    
(206) 256-2659 ph • (206) 448-0202 fx

Arctic Slope Regional Corp.
Arctic Slope Regional Corporation Land Department offers a scholarship program to provide financial support to selected ASRC shareholders that would like to earn a college degree in natural resource development. Scholarship moneys will be administered through the Arctic Education Foundation and will be granted for tuition and certain other expenses to students who qualify, and are accepted into a full-time four-year degree program in geology, petroleum engineering or mineral engineering. Visit both websites for further information and application instructions.

Teresa Imm, Resource Development Manager
3900 C Street, Suite 801, Anchorage, 99503-5963
(907) 852-8633 ph • (907) 852-5733 fx
http://www.asrc.com/lands/lands.asp?page=scholarships
http://www.arcticed.com/ (Arctic Education Foundation)

AT&T
With AT&T’s purchase of Dobson Communications – which was operating in Alaska as Cellular One; now as AT&T Wireless – AT&T Alascom and AT&T Wireless are working to pool their philanthropy resources (see sidebar). Nonprofits can apply directly to AT&T Alascom for grants ranging from $100 to $5,000. A second resource is the AT&T Foundation, which is focusing on education for 2008. Grants through the Foundation range from $1,000 to $25,000. Note that AT&T Alascom works closely with AT&T Foundation and likes to give them notice of proposals heading their way. Visit both websites for further details and application process.

Cathy Opinsky, Corporate Communications
505 E. Bluff Drive, Anchorage, 99501 • co1786 AT att.com
(907) 264-7274 ph • (800) 478-9000 ext. 7274 toll-free • (907) 777-2564 fx
AT&T -- http://www.att.com/gen/landing-pages?pid=3308
AT&T Alascom -- http://www.attalascom.com/about/community.html
AT&T Foundation -- http://www.att.com/foundation

BP Exploration (Alaska) Inc.
BP Exploration (Alaska) Inc. is in the process of updating their giving policies, so information posted on their website as of this publication is out of date. Check back for updated information.

Community Affairs Department, c/o BP Energy Center
PO Box 196612, Anchorage, 99519-6612 • pamela.almberg AT bp.com
(907) 564-5073 ph • (907) 564-4955 fx
http://www.bp.com/sectiongenericarticle.do?categoryId=9012581&contentId=7025877

Bristol Bay Native Corp.
Bristol Bay Native Corporation (BBNC) provides small donations to a number of organizations, mostly nonprofit, throughout the year. They direct their giving to those efforts which benefit the greatest number of BBNC shareholders as possible and those which enhance their Native way of life. BBNC typically does not fund individual or team sponsorships; political parties or candidates; organizations that discriminate based on race, creed, color, sex or nationality; or debt. Additionally, the BBNC Education Foundation offers a variety of scholarship programs to its shareholders. Visit their websites for further information and application guidelines.

Shareholder & Corporate Relations
111 West 16th Ave, Suite 400, Anchorage, 99501
(907) 278-3602 ph • (800) 426-3602 toll-free • (907) 276-3925 fx
http://www.bbnc.net/uploads/File/pdf/donation_guidelines.pdf http://www.bbnc.net/education/students/ (BBNC Education Foundation)

Calista Corp.
Calista Corp. offers a scholarship program to Alaska Native shareholders and lineal descendants of an Alaska Native shareholder with ties to the Calista region. Annual application deadline is June 30th. Visit their website for further information and application form.

Calista Scholarship Fund
301 Calista Court, Suite A, Anchorage, 99518 • scholarships AT calistacorp.com
(907) 279-5516 ph • (800) 277-5516 toll-free • (907) 644-6376 fx
http://www.calistacorp.com/scholarship/default.asp

Carlile Transportation Systems
Carlile Transportation donates in-kind services to communities with a company presence (services/technical expertise, employee volunteers). Other types of giving may be available. Requests more likely approved if employee or customer supported. Company prepares annual giving budget in January. Contact Carlile for donation form and more information; apply by mail. Requests are reviewed monthly by committee.

Peggy Spittler, Marketing & Public Relations
1800 1st Ave, Anchorage, 99501 • pspittler AT carlile.biz
(907) 276-7797 ph • (907) 278-7301 fx

Carrs Safeway
The Safeway Foundation supports a variety of causes in the following four areas: hunger relief, education, health and human services, and special needs. The Foundation’s annual giving is $20,200,000. To request funding, please contact in writing. Allow two weeks response time. Visit the Foundation’s website for further information. (Contact listed below is for Safeway Seattle/Carrs locations in Washington, Montana, Idaho and Alaska. Contact varies for other Safeway locations in the U.S. and Canada.)

Cherie Myers
The Safeway Foundation, Public Affairs - Seattle
1121 – 124th NE, Bellevue, WA 98005 • safeway.foundation AT safeway.com
(425) 455-8697 ph
http://www.safewayfoundation.org/

Chugach Alaska Corp.
The Chugach Heritage Foundation Scholarship is available to all original enrollees or legal descendants (by birth or adoption) of original enrollees of the Chugach Alaska Corporation. Visit the Foundation’s website for further information and application form.

Chugach Heritage Foundation
561 E. 36th Ave, Anchorage, 99503 • scholarships AT chugach-ak.com
(907) 563-8866 ph • (800) 858-2768 toll-free • (907) 550-4147 fx
http://www.chugachheritagefoundation.org/index.asp

ConocoPhillips Alaska Inc.
ConocoPhillips Alaska charitable contributions are awarded to nonprofit public, civic, educational, fraternal, and business organizations. The focus is on organizations whose efforts maintain and improve Alaskans' quality of life and the economic health of the state. Priority is given to communities where ConocoPhillips has relationships related to ongoing or future operations and communities where company employees live and work. The company's areas of interest include education (both K-12 and higher); civic affairs and the arts; health and safety; nature and the environment; and youth. Types of support include project support; general support; conferences, seminars, and workshops; capacity building; and challenge and matching grants. ConocoPhillips also donates surplus furniture, industrial equipment, and office equipment to area schools and nonprofits. Sharing the use of the ConocoPhillips Atrium for fund-raising functions, donating items for prizes and auctions, and providing graphic support are additional ways the company supports area nonprofits. The company does not support individuals; travel expenses; political or religious organizations or activities; pageants; endowments; film/video projects; organizations that discriminate based on race, creed, color, sex, or national origin; or projects or organizations outside of Alaska. Priority is given to requests from employee volunteers, though others are also supported. Grants range from $500 to $25,000, though most are under $5,000.

Requests for grants under $5,000 may be submitted any time during the year and will generally be decided within 30 days. Interested applicants should submit a proposal that includes a letter describing the organization; a current list of the Board of Directors; the organization's tax ID number; the organization's target audience; the amount of the request; a brief description of the program; the benefit to the community if the grant is made; a copy of the organization's tax-exempt status letter; the name, address, phone number, and email of the individual submitting the request; and a list of any ConocoPhillips employees involved.

For grants over $5,000, application deadline is September 1, annually, for the following calendar year budget. As submission requirements are more stringent, contact ConocoPhillips Alaska for guidelines.

For more information on ConocoPhillips and their community involvement, visit their website. Their general corporate contributions application period is open June 1 through August 1 for their next calendar year budget; apply online.

Nancy Schoephoester, Manager, Philanthropy & Community Services
ATO 1948, PO Box 100360, Anchorage, 99510-0360
(907) 263-4655 ph • (907) 265-6122 fx
http://www.conocophillips.com/social/engagement/index.htm

Cook Inlet Region Inc.
CIRI supports nonprofit organizations in Alaska and priority is given to requests that specifically benefit southcentral Alaska. Support is provided for nonprofit organizations that improve the lives of many, including CIRI shareholders, Alaska Natives, and Native Americans, and the community at large. Contributions are focused toward organizations that CIRI considers essential for maintaining economic health and quality of life in its communities, and include the following focus areas: youth and education; homelessness, hunger and health; and arts and culture. Grants range from $500 to $5,000. Visit their website for further information and application guidelines.

Danielle Larsen, CIRI Community Relations
PO Box 93330, Anchorage, 99509-3330 • dlarsen AT ciri.com
(907) 274-8638 ph • (907) 263-5183 fx
http://www.ciri.com/content/community/support.aspx

The CIRI Foundation's mission is to promote individual self-development and economic self-sufficiency through education among Alaska Natives who are original enrollees of CIRI and their lineal descendants. The Foundation also strives to enhance the heritage of Alaska Natives through programs that foster appreciation and understanding of Alaska Native cultures. They offer a variety of project grants and scholarship programs to qualified applicants. Annual giving is $1,630,000. Visit their website for further information and application guidelines.

The CIRI Foundation
3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Suite 256, Anchorage, 99508-2870 •
tcf AT thecirifoundation.org
(907) 793-3575 ph • (800) 764-3382 toll-free • (907) 793-3585 fx
http://www.thecirifoundation.org/  

Credit Union 1
Anyone within Alaska may submit a donation request to Credit Union 1; the company reviews all requests on a case-by-case basis. Employee volunteers, general and project-specific cash support, services/technical expertise, equipment, meeting space and scholarships are all available. Annual giving budget prepared in January. Apply via mail, email, fax and/or phone. Visit their website for recent giving history (select Anchorage Chamber Gold Pan Award and Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Award).

Olympia Lewis, Marketing Analyst
1941 Abbott Road, Anchorage, 99507 • lewiso AT cu1.org
(907) 339-8273 ph • (907) 339-8501 fx
https://www.cu1.org/servlet/content/32.html

Doyon Limited
The Doyon Foundation, established by Doyon, Limited, assists original Doyon shareholders and their descendants by providing scholarships, grants and internship opportunities. Grants range from $400 to $7,000. Visit Doyon Foundation’s website for application deadlines and further information.  

Ms. Sharon McConnell Gillis, Executive Director, Doyon Foundation
One Doyon Place, Suite 300, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701 •
foundation AT doyon.com • gillis AT doyon.com
(907) 459-2050 ph • toll free (888) 478-4755 • (907) 459-2065 fx
http://doyonfoundation.com   

ENSTAR Natural Gas Co.
ENSTAR’s giving program consists of two tiers: Tier I is targeted at the well-being of individuals and families through programs designed to keep the heat on in residential dwellings. Other endeavors are also considered. Tier II focuses in other areas of interest in the communities which the company serves. ENSTAR generally does not fund individuals; courtesy or journal advertising campaigns; capital fund drives or other programs requiring a multi-year commitment; religious, fraternal, political, labor, athletic, social or veterans groups unless they are engaged in a single project benefiting the entire community or part of ENSTAR’s support for its employee volunteers; staff or administrative payroll; scholarship funds; medical research; or loan repayment. Apply in writing only. For more information visit their website. (From link below, scroll to bottom of page for Corporate Giving Policy and 2007 Donations List)

Public Affairs
PO Box 190288, Anchorage, 99519-0288 • info AT enstarnaturalgas.com
(907) 277-5551 ph • (907) 334-7737 fx
http://www.enstarnaturalgas.com/CompanyInfo/AboutUs.htm

Era Aviation Inc.
Era contributes employee volunteers, general and project-specific cash support, donation of services/technical expertise and equipment. Anyone in Alaska – particularly Anchorage, Bethel, Cordova, Fairbanks, Homer, Kenai, Kodiak or Valdez – may apply. Era supports community events and sponsorships, in particular. Company reviews all requests on a case-by-case basis. Era prepares its annual budget in November/December, and annually gives $250,000 (partially trade). Apply in writing via mail, email or fax. Phone calls are okay.

Mike Le Norman, VP of Sales, Marketing & Schedule Planning
6061 Carl Brady Drive, Anchorage, AK 99502 • sales AT flyera.com
(907) 266-8385 ph • (907) 266-8383 fx
http://www.flyera.com

FedEx Express
The mission of the FedEx Social Responsibility Program is to actively support the communities the company serves, including international locations, through financial contributions, in-kind shipping services, and volunteer services of employees. The company’s core giving areas include emergency and disaster relief; pedestrian and child safety; education; and health and human services. FedEx is especially interested in supporting organizations that request 5% or less of the total project budget, contingency grants, or seed monies with the thought that other sources will contribute matching amounts. The company prefers to contribute for specific program needs rather than for special events or capital campaigns. FedEx weighs the involvement of employees in groups that seek financial support. Application guidelines are available on the company's website. For U.S. organizations, FedEx only reviews requests submitted through the company's website. (From main page, select About FedEx/Corporate Responsibility/Philanthropy. Select FedEx Charitable Contribution Guidelines text box on left. Charitable Contribution Online Application link is on left side of Guidelines page.) Non-U.S. organizations should submit a request via mail to the address listed below.

FedEx Social Responsibility
3610 Hacks Cross Road, Building A, Memphis, TN, 38125
(901) 434-7773 ph • (901) 434-6864 fx
http://about.fedex.designcdt.com/charitable_contribution_guidelines

First National Bank Alaska
In addition to employee involvement, FNBA contributes funds to nonprofit organizations in communities they serve. Requests for funding are considered in the following four general categories: community and public service; health and education; arts and humanities; and youth and senior citizens. Types of support include project and general support; building funds; equipment; endowments; conferences; land/property acquisition; seed money; matching and challenge grants. Annual giving exceeds $1,000,000. Each branch manager has the authority to make contributions to local community organizations and events. Additionally, contributions are made at the corporate level by FNBA’s Donations Committee. This Committee meets once each month to review all requests for donations. Requests should be received at least two months prior to the date the funds are needed. Visit their website for further information and an application form.

David Haynes, Marketing Dept.
101 W. 36th Ave, Suite 207, Anchorage, 99503
PO Box 100720, Anchorage, 99510-0720
(907) 777-4362 ph
http://www.fnbalaska.com/235.cfm

Flint Hills Resources Alaska LLC
Flint Hills Resources Alaska supports a wide range of nonprofit organizations that improve the quality of life in communities where company employees live and work, with emphasis on North Pole, Fairbanks, and Anchorage. FHRA is interested in providing support in the following focus areas: educational programs that focus on math and science, as well as programs that promote entrepreneurial thinking; environmental stewardship projects that apply innovative solutions to solve local environmental challenges and enhance company communities; and human services programs that promote self-sufficiency, individual responsibility and achievement, and respect for others. Interested applicants should submit a letter describing the program funds are being requested for, along with any relevant support information two months before event deadline. Include IRS 501(c)(3) tax determination letter or W-9 form. Applicants are encouraged to call for further details.

Jeri Wigdahl, Public Affairs Manager, Public Affairs – Alaska
1100 H & H Lane, North Pole, AK, 99705 • jeri.wigdahl AT fhr.com
(907) 488-5103 ph • (907) 488-0074 fx
http://www.fhr.com/community/default.aspx

Frontier Alaska
Frontier supports the communities where they operate, contributing discount vouchers and passenger tickets. Submit requests at least 30 days prior to event – company evaluates donation requests every two weeks. Visit their website for a donation application and further guidelines. (Link is at bottom of main page.)

Attn: Donations
5245 Airport Industrial Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99709 • info AT frontierflying.com
(907) 450-7250 ph • (907) 474-2871 fx
http://www.frontierflying.com

GCI
GCI offers grants up to $500 to qualifying nonprofit organizations. Awards are given for proposals that encourage individual growth and positive decision-making. Of special interest to GCI is opportunities afforded Alaska's youth. Emphasis is given to programs in which GCI employees have chosen to invest their time and energies. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to education (including K-12 and higher), arts and culture, civic affairs and social services. Visit their website for further details.

Pebbles Harris, GCI Corporate Contributions Program
2550 Denali Street, Suite 1000, Anchorage, 99503 • pathanasiou AT gci.com
(907) 868-5553 ph • (907) 265-5676 fx
http://www.gci.com/about/corpgive.htm

Goldbelt Inc.
Goldbelt Inc. offers scholarships to students who are Goldbelt shareholders or descendants of Goldbelt shareholders. Their next application deadline is July 31, 2008.

Goldbelt Heritage Institute
3075 Vintage Blvd, Suite 200, Juneau, 99801 • dionne.cadientelaiti AT goldbelt.com
(907) 790-1424 OR 790-4990 ph • (907) 790-4999 fx
http://www.goldbelt.com/sh_services/scholarships.html

Golden Valley Electric Association Inc.
GVEA gives away over $20,000 in scholarships annually. Contact the company for further information.

PO Box 71249, Fairbanks, 99707
(907) 452-1151 ph • (907) 458-6368 fx
http://gvea.com/about/scholarship/  

Kakivik Asset Management LLC
Kakivik supports nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in areas with a company presence. All requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, but must be sponsored by an employee or client. Company provides employee volunteers, general cash support, and services/technical support. Apply in writing, by mail. No phone calls.

Myrna Gardner, President/CEO
111 W. 16th Ave, Suite 100, Anchorage, 99501 • mgardner AT kakivik.com
(907) 770-9400 ph • (907) 770-9450 fx

KeyBank N.A.
The Key Foundation's objective is to improve the quality of life and economic vibrancy of the places where KeyCorp customers, employees, and shareholders live and work. Support is provided to organizations and institutions that promote economic self-sufficiency through financial education and workforce initiatives in locations where the company operates. To a lesser degree, they also support organizations that enhance diversity in Key communities. Grants range from $100 to $1,000,000, and average $500 to $100,000. Annual giving is $11,081,000. Visit their website for further information and application guidelines.

Alaska region requests:
101 West Benson Boulevard, Suite 414, Anchorage 99503 •
key_foundation AT keybank.com
(907) 564-0251 ph
https://www.key.com/html/A-12.3.html
https://www.key.com/html/A-12.1.html (Regional philanthropy office listing)

Lynden Inc.
Lynden, Inc. supports a wide range of nonprofit organizations in Alaska and Washington. Lynden, Inc. is the parent company to Lynden Air Freight and Lynden Transport and requests are considered by the individual divisions. Larger requests may be forwarded by the local division to the parent company. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to children and youth; community development; health; and social services. General operating and project support are provided. Organizations should submit their request in writing to the manager of the local Lynden office. Include the following information in your request: a brief description of the organization and project, including the population to be served; the amount of the request; a description of how the funds will be used; and the organization's 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax identification number. There are no application deadlines, but requests made early in the year have the best chance of receiving funding.

6441 South Airpark Place, Anchorage, 99502 • information AT lynden.com 
(907) 245-1544 ph • (907) 245-1744 fx

Marathon Oil Co.
The Marathon Oil Company Foundation supports nonprofit organizations primarily in Marathon Oil’s major employing locations, which include southcentral Alaska. They focus their giving in health and human services; education; and civic and community. Annual giving is $4,795,000, and grants range from $100 to $125,000. Annual foundation budget is prepared in November/December for the following year, so Marathon recommends organizations submit requests by then for the following year. Grant requests must be submitted online; visit their website for further information.

Donna Boyer
c/o Charitable Contributions
Marathon Oil Company Foundation
PO Box 3128, Houston, TX 77253 • philanthropy AT marathonoil.com
(713) 296-4149 ph
http://www.marathon.com/Social_Responsibility/Philanthropy/

MTA (Matanuska Telephone Association Inc.)
MTA provides sponsorships and donations to qualifying nonprofit organizations which encourage youth participation, community spirit, cooperation and education. Visit company’s website for further details and application instructions.

Kristy Bernier, MTA Public Relations
1740 S. Chugach Street, Palmer, 99645 • kbernier AT mta-telco.com
(907) 761-2443 ph • (907) 761-2481 fx
http://www.mtasolutions.com/community/community.html#sdg

Northrim BanCorp Inc.
Northrim Bank focuses on improving the economic vitality and quality of life of the communities where the bank does business in Alaska, including Anchorage, Eagle River, Fairbanks, and the Mat-Su Valley. Focus areas include community and economic development; higher education; and programs to strengthen families. Contributions for higher education are made directly to Alaska's universities, and thus the company does not accept proposals in that focus area from other organizations. The bank also actively recruits employees to take part in a variety of community activities and provides community volunteer opportunities during work hours. Employees are encouraged to serve in leadership roles within nonprofit organizations and to share their financial expertise in the community. Requests are accepted from September 1 to October 31, annually. Visit their website for additional information and application guidelines.

Blythe Campbell, Vice President, Marketing & Communications
3111 C Street, Anchorage, 99503 • marketing AT nrim.com   
(907) 261-3302 ph • (907) 261-3594 fx
http://www.northrim.com/aboutus.htm   

Northwest Technical Services
Northwest Technical Services contributes employee volunteers and project-specific cash support to 501(c)(3) and industry-supported 501(c)(4) organizations in Alaska. Requests must be sponsored by an employee, and all are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Apply in writing only via mail, email or fax; must provide all details regarding event prior to consideration. No phone calls, please.

Mary Shields, General Manager
4401 Business Park Blvd, Suite N-26, Anchorage, 99503 • mshields AT pdstech.com
(907) 562-1633 ph • (907) 562-5875 fx

Princess Tours
Princess Tours contributes to communities with a company presence, including areas surrounding hotel, rail operations, and cruise ports in Alaska. Anyone may submit a request for support. Organizations which “assist Princess in caring for [their] customers, clients and communities will be given higher consideration.” General and project-specific cash support, as well as scholarships, are available. Company prepares annual giving budget in November/December of each year. Apply via mail or email. Donation form will be provided via email after initial contact. Allow minimum of six weeks from receipt of donation form to process and provide denial or approval of request.

Anita Nelson, Public Affairs Specialist (Initial inquiries)
Bruce Bustamante, Vice President, Community & Public Affairs (Letters/other)
601 W Fifth Ave., Ste. 501, Anchorage, 99501 • anelson AT princesstours.com
(907) 550-7771 ph

Sealaska Corp.
Sealaska Heritage Institute provides scholarships to Alaska Natives who are Sealaska shareholders and descendants for college, university, and vocational and technical schools. Visit their website for additional information and application guidelines.

Sealaska Heritage Institute
One Sealaska Plaza, Suite 301, Juneau, 99801 • scholarship AT sealaska.com
(907) 586-9170 ph • (888) 311-4992 toll-free • (907) 586-9293 fx
http://www.sealaskaheritage.org/  

Schlumberger Oilfield Services
Schlumberger Oilfield Services has adopted education as a key theme of their community outreach, which is composed of several initiatives: SEED (Schlumberger Excellence in Educational Development), the Schlumberger Foundation, and Local Initiatives undertaken by their GeoMarkets as well as employees on their own time. Visit their website for further information.

Schlumberger Foundation funds science and technology education for underserved high school students and university teachers where Schlumberger people live and work. At this time the Foundation is not accepting unsolicited requests unless for initiatives that focus on science education and have global reach, with prime benefit being for students and teachers in developing countries, or local programs and projects initiated and implemented within the Schlumberger GeoMarkets, including those where employees participate or lead projects on their own time. Visit the Foundation website for additional information and application forms.

2525 Gambell Street, Suite 400, Anchroage 99503
(907) 273-1700 ph • (907) 561-8317 fx
http://www.slb.com/content/about/community.asp Schlumberger community involvement
http://www.slb.com/content/about/foundation/programs.asp Schlumberger Foundation

Teck Cominco Alaska - Red Dog Mine
Through their Foundation, as well as direct corporate giving, Teck Cominco Limited contributes annually to non-profit organizations and initiatives that strengthen their communities. Teck Cominco will consider funding requests from non-profit organizations that are designated as registered charities by the Canada Customs & Revenue Agency in addition to educational institutions, colleges and universities. Teck Cominco will also consider applications for funding non-profit initiatives and entities from regions or communities affected by our non-Canadian operations. Applicants may request one-time funding or multi-year partnerships up to a maximum of five years. Teck Cominco will consider applications and provide funding to organizations and initiatives across five focus areas: arts and culture; education; environment; medical research and health; and social and community endeavors. All funding applications must be submitted via their on-line form. Funding decisions are made quarterly.

Beginning in 2008 and continuing through 2012, Teck Cominco is encouraging the pursuit of excellence in Olympic and Paralympic sports through an annual funding program called The Team Teck Cominco Recognition Program for Athletic Excellence. Visit their website for additional information.

3105 Lakeshore Drive, Bldg A, Suite 101, Anchorage, 99517 • info AT teckcominco.com
(907) 426-2170 ph • (907) 426-2177 fx

Corporate Communications Manager
(604) 640-5259 ph • (604) 640-5387 fx • info AT teckcominco.com
http://www.teckcominco.com/Generic.aspx?PAGE=About+Us+Pages%2fCommunity+Partnerships&portalName=tc Community partnerships

TelAlaska
TelAlaska supports their service areas with grants averaging up to $500. They’re interested in requests that support community service activities (particularly those in which TelAlaska employees volunteer), education, health, arts and humanities, youth sports and activities (remote rural areas only), and senior citizen programs. Requests need not be limited to these, however. Company also has a special event tent available for use during the summer in Seward, Alaska. Visit company website for further details. No phone calls - questions and requests must be directed to Contributions Committee in writing.

ATTN: Contributions Committee
201 E. 56th Avenue, Anchorage, 99518
(907) 563-2119 ph • (907) 565-5539 fx
http://www.telalaska.com/about/c_involvement.html

Tesoro Alaska Co.
Tesoro supports organizations based in locations where the company has significant operations, which includes Kenai, Alaska. Focus areas include education, the environment, and community vitality. The program pays special attention to requests that address issues related to youth development and education, particularly for low-income and minority populations, intellectually disabled youth and adults, and the elderly. Annual giving is $1,000,000. Application guidelines and forms are available on the company’s website. To access, select "Social Responsibility" on the homepage, then click on "Community," and then "Contributions."

Kip Knudson, Manager, External Affairs
54741 Tesoro Road, PO BOX 3369, Kenai, 99611
(800) 837-6762 ph
http://www.tsocorp.com/TSOCORP/SocialResponsibility/Community/Community Charitable Giving Guidelines
http://www.tsocorp.com/tsocorp/ProductsandServices/Refining/KenaiAlaskaRefinery/KenaiAlaskaRefinery Kenai giving

The Superior Group Inc.
The Superior Group reviews all requests on a case-by-case basis. Requests must be sponsored by an employee or client. General cash donations, equipment and scholarships are available. Company’s fiscal year end is March 31st. Apply in writing only, via mail.

Teri Mentzer, Corporate Operations Manager
8861 Elim Street, Anchorage, 99507 • tmentzer AT superiorpnh.com
(907) 344-5011 ph • (907) 344-5094 fx

Totem Ocean Trailer Express
Totem Ocean Trailer Express contributes to nonprofit organizations in communities they serve, including Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Kenai, Alaska. The company makes charitable contributions to health, education, community service, youth activities, cultural endeavors, special community projects, and environmental projects. Types of support available include general operating, project support, building funds, and equipment purchase. In Alaska, cash requests are reviewed by the Anchorage Community Advisory Board and the Fairbanks Community Advisory Board, who meet three times each year. Call for exact deadlines. Contributions awarded usually range from $250 to $500. Visit their website for additional information.
Cindy Curtis, Community Relations Coordinator                                                                 Cam Toohey, Chair, Anchorage Community Advisory Board
2511 Tidewater Road, Anchorage, 99501
(907) 265-7233 ph • 278-0461 fx
David Kilbourn, Fairbanks Manager                                                                                   Mike Cook, Chair, Fairbanks Community Advisory Board
2142 Airport Way, 2nd Floor, Fairbanks, 99701                               http://www.totemocean.com/cp-communityinvolvement.htm

Udelhoven Oilfield System Services
Anyone within Alaska may submit a donation request to Udelhoven Oilfield System Services. All requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Employee volunteers, general and project-specific cash support, equipment and technical services/expertise are available. Apply in writing by mail, email, or fax. Phone calls okay.

James Gilbert, President
184 E. 53rd Avenue, Anchorage, 99518 • jgilbert AT udelhoven.com
(907) 344-1577 ph • (907) 344-5817 fx

Ukpeagvik Inupiat Corp.
UIC Foundation provides financial aid to eligible students pursuing a degree or certification. Scholarship program available to UIC shareholders and descendants. Contact UIC Foundation for further information. Visit UIC’s website for a scholarship application.

UIC Foundation, Inc.
PO Box 890, Barrow, 99723 • uicfoundation AT ukpik.com
(907) 852-4460 ph • (907) 852-4459 fx
http://www.ukpik.com/ShareholderProgramsAndServices.htm

Usibelli Coal Mine Inc.
The Usibelli Foundation supports nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations primarily in communities with company facilities, including Fairbanks and Healy. The Foundation's areas of interest include education, health and social services, youth programs, the arts, and civic affairs. Types of support include general operating, project support, and scholarship support. Annual giving totals $117,000, and grants range from $100 to $10,000. Requests are reviewed quarterly. Apply in writing, via mail. Visit their website for further information and application guidelines.

Bill Brophy, Executive Director
The Usibelli Foundation
100 Cushman Street, Suite 210, Fairbanks, 99701-4674 • info AT usibelli.com  
(907) 452-2625 ph • (907) 451-6543 fx
http://www.usibelli.com/Community_found.asp 

USTravel
USTravel contributes employee volunteers, general and project-specific cash support, and travel gift cards to nonprofit 501(c)(3)’s and schools in Alaskan communities with a company presence. Their focus is on youth and education-related programs, as well as programs important to their customers. USTravel typically does not support individuals, political organizations, religious groups, or potentially controversial causes. Grants range from $100 to $1,000. Apply in writing only, via mail or email. Provide nature of request, cause benefited, exposure received in exchange for contribution, tax-exempt status information, and sponsor of request (employee or customer).

Lilly Shelden, Director of Marketing, Alaska
999 East Tudor Road, Suite 200, Anchorage, AK 99503 • info AT ustravel.us
(907) 561-2434 ph

Wells Fargo Bank N.A.
Wells Fargo Bank Alaska contributes over $1,500,000 annually to local nonprofit organizations. Their funding priorities are community and economic development, social service, arts and culture, and education. Note that the contact listed below is for requests benefiting Anchorage or the state of Alaska; contact person differs for other areas. Visit their website for additional information and application guidelines.

Stephanie Garrard, Alaska Contributions Manager, Wells Fargo Bank Alaska
MAC# K3212-02A, P.O. Box 196127, Anchorage, 99519
stephanie.h.garrard AT wellsfargo.com
https://www.wellsfargo.com/about/charitable/ak_guidelines

To accomplish their mission of increasing low- to moderate-income homeownership through the development of affordable housing throughout the United States, Wells Fargo Housing Foundation partners with established local and national nonprofit housing organizations that have demonstrated the ability to create homeownership opportunities for low- to moderate-income families. The Foundation also supports nonprofit housing organizations that help low- to moderate-income homeowners make necessary repairs and upgrades. Visit their website for further information and application guidelines.

Avni Pandya, Community Support Representative, Wells Fargo Housing Foundation
MAC N9305-192, 90 South 7th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55479
(612) 667-5131 ph
https://www.wellsfargo.com/about/wfhf_oview.jhtml