Alaska State Fair Garden Display, Promotional Features Win International Awards
A topiary-like train earned top honors for the Alaska State Fair at the International Association of Fairs and Exhibitions convention.
Nonprofits
Chief Philanthropy Officer Joins Food Bank of Alaska
The Food Bank of Alaska hired Daniel A. Bentle as Chief Philanthropy Officer to lead fundraising, donor relations, marketing, and volunteer programs.
New Executive Director for Sprout Family Services
Homer-based nonprofit Sprout Family Services chose Jonathan McGhee of South Peninsula Behavioral Health Services as its Executive Director.
Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce Wins BBB Ethics Award
The Better Business Bureau Foundation’s 2024 Torch Award for Ethics goes to the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce for exemplary team character, company culture, customer engagement, and community involvement.
Seven Alaska News Organizations Receive Funding from Press Forward
Three newspapers, three radio stations, and a nonprofit support coalition receive $100,000 each from the first grant distribution by Press Forward, a national philanthropic network for journalism.
Green Bank Coalition Taps Spruce Root for First Network Investment
The Coalition for Green Capital tapped Southeast-based Spruce Root as the first network investment in its nationwide green bank, committing to $10 million to transform energy systems in Native communities.