Alaska Rural Development Council

Founded in 1972, Calista Corporation is the second largest of the 13 regional corporations formed under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. It is a business corporation formed under state and federal laws, including the settlement act and its amendments. Under the Indian Self-Determination Act of 1974, P.L. 93.638, Calista is also designated as a minority-owned enterprise. Calista s land entitlement totals more than 6.5 million acres. The Calista land entitlement is located in two major river deltas, the Yukon and the Kuskokwim. Studies have shown that Calista lands have potential for oil and gas development. In addition, there are known occurrences of precious minerals, such as gold, silver, platinum and mercury, within the Calista region. The Calista region includes 56 villages, which incorporated into 45 individual ANCSA village corporations. The region originally enrolled more than 13,300 shareholders.

Norton Sound Economic Development Corp (NSEDC) is a private nonprofit corporation that serves as the voice for 15 member communities and more than 8,493 residents in the Bering Straits Region of Northwestern Alaska. As one of the six Community Development Quota (CDQ) organizations in Alaska, NSEDC plays a vital role in promoting economic development and sustainability in the region. Generated from their website's infomation

The Alaska Community Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Anchorage, AK, dedicated to connecting individuals and businesses with meaningful causes in the community. Through their various programs, including grants, scholarships, and sponsorships, they strive to make a positive impact and support local initiatives that address important social issues. With a team of dedicated staff members and a network of affiliate foundations across the state, the Alaska Community Foundation works tirelessly to foster philanthropy and create lasting change in Alaska. Their commitment to managing funds and resources efficiently ensures that donations are utilized effectively to benefit the community and improve the lives of its residents.Generated from the website