Creag Foundation Grants for Alaska Innovation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs, including those incorporating creative writing in Alaska, may be eligible for funding. Focused on new approaches to societal issues, the Creag Foundation invites letters of inquiry from smaller or evolving organizations that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year.
Creag Foundation
Youth Development Grants for Nonprofits from DanPaul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can apply for funding from DanPaul Foundation, with awards up to US $15,000. Focused on child advocacy, poverty, homelessness, and environmental responsibility, Alaska programs that enrich children’s lives, including workshops, scholarships, or refugee enrichment, may be competitive.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Social Impact Grants
Alaska writing and literature organizations tackling urgent social or environmental challenges can access funding through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation to scale bold, early-stage solutions. Eligible independent nonprofits or impact-first for-profits worldwide, including U.S.-based groups, may receive up to US $300,000 plus intensive capacity-building support to expand measurable impact for underserved communities.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Grants from Cisco
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology to tackle education, economic empowerment, crisis response, or climate resilience can apply for Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants; awards up to US $100,000 for innovative, early-stage solutions. Alaska organizations serving mostly economically underserved communities, including those with creative writing components that build skills or opportunities, may be eligible.
Cisco Systems Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Support for Arts
U.S. 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek funding for arts and science programs that engage broad audiences, especially youth. William Randolph Hearst Foundation provides Alaska arts organizations with program, capital, and limited general or endowment support, including arts education, artist development, museums, and performing arts that demonstrate lasting, measurable impact.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Social Service Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to support proven social service programs, capital needs, or general operations that reduce chronic poverty and build economic independence. With a mission to strengthen communities, the William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes scalable efforts like affordable housing, food access, job training, legal aid, reentry, and youth development, including work benefiting Alaska residents.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Health and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) or equivalent status can seek funding for health, education, or community programs from the Labcorp Charitable Foundation, including work in Alaska. Focused on community health and welfare, it supports efforts like food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM education, and initiatives promoting healthy lifestyles, which may benefit writing-focused community outreach.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other organizations improving education, health, or family economic stability for low-income urban children can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling, including in Alaska. With a mission to expand opportunity, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides U.S. organizations with funding that may benefit youth-focused writing and literacy initiatives.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community and Education Funding from Roche
Nonprofit charities in Alaska working on humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or arts and culture projects can seek support for innovative, high-quality initiatives. Focused on global humanitarian, science education, community development, and contemporary arts, Roche invites accredited charities with locally based programs to apply; creative writing and literary projects may be eligible when aligned with these priorities.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian Health Funding for Nonprofits from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations supporting health, education, or disaster relief can apply for Semnani Family Foundation funding, including work in Alaska and across the U.S. With a mission to empower marginalized communities, the Semnani Family Foundation provides support for healthcare access, women and children’s health, social services, and humanitarian aid projects worldwide.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Alaska
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations conducting charitable, scientific, medical, or educational work, including those in Alaska, can apply for Sidney Stern Memorial Trust support to fund programs serving people within the U.S. Funds must be used domestically, and recipient organizations must be tax-exempt under federal law and, when applicable, California law.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Community Sponsorship Grants in Alaska
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alaska can seek sponsorship support for community-focused programs including arts and culture, community development, basic needs, and workforce education. Grants from Bank of America Charitable Foundation help fund initiatives that preserve neighborhoods, address hunger and emergency shelter, support diversity and inclusion, and may benefit literary and cultural events or festivals.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Human Services Grants
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonsectarian nonprofits supporting disadvantaged people through human and social services can use this funding for programs that build self-reliance, disaster relief, or related aid. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help Alaska writing and literature organizations that meet its mission and size criteria access US $5,000 - US $250,000 in support.
Gupta Family Foundation
Cowles Charitable Trust Grants for Arts
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for arts, education, social justice, health, or ethical journalism projects, including in Alaska, can apply for the Cowles Charitable Trust’s grants, with awards up to US $10,000. Funding may cover general operating support or program costs, and occasionally extends to national and international mission-aligned efforts.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Arts and Education Grants
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including those in Alaska, can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support programs in arts and culture, education, and related community needs. Organizations using creative writing or literary activities within these areas may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s mission and size requirements.
Hansen Family Foundation
Alaska Storytelling Funding via Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations in Alaska can seek funding to tell impactful stories about their work through the Storytelling Grant, supporting preservation, education, or wellness efforts. With a mission to build community partnerships, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation provides support for projects that highlight real-world change across its three charitable pillars.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Humanitarian and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Southern U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations active for more than three years can seek Robinson Foundation funding for humanitarian, educational, family, or community relief projects. Focused on broad community support, this grant may benefit groups whose creative writing or literature programs intersect with education, youth services, poverty relief, or spiritual endeavors.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Community Grants in Alaska
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Alaska 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. This national funder welcomes charitable projects that respect people, the environment, and all forms of life, which may include programs incorporating creative writing or literary components.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Family Support Funding from Nordstrom
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofits providing basic needs or economic mobility programs for youth and families, including those in Alaska, can apply for Nordstrom’s Community Grant; awards US $5,000 - US $20,000 for grassroots, hyper-local services. Eligible organizations must operate in communities with Nordstrom store locations and offer non-discriminatory, community-focused support.
Nordstrom
Alaska Youth and Basic Needs Funding via TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations in Alaska can apply for The Tjx Foundation’s grants to support basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. Eligible groups serving vulnerable children and families, including those offering out-of-school creative writing or literacy programs, must first complete an eligibility questionnaire and submit a letter of inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Community Services Grants in Alaska
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Alaska can receive unrestricted funding for environmental and human services programs, including general operating or project support. The Lawrence Foundation provides US $5,000 - US $10,000 grants nationally, which may benefit Alaska groups whose work complements creative writing or literary programming within these broader areas.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Alaska Nonprofits
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Alaska can seek funding for museums, cultural and performing arts, education, health facilities, environmental and wildlife protection, and community-based programs. With a mission to help impactful programs, Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with US $1,000 - US $20,000, which may benefit organizations offering creative writing or literary activities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Vitality
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alaska working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment may be eligible for Ameriprise Financial’s Community Grants. Grants from Ameriprise Financial help U.S. nonprofits address hunger, housing, adult self-sufficiency, and arts and cultural programs, with priority for sites that actively engage Ameriprise employee or advisor volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in Alaska
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alaska can seek Dr Scholl Foundation support for projects in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural activities, or environmental initiatives, with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help Alaska organizations whose work may include creative writing or literary components within these broader program areas.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Community Services
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations providing community services like economic stability, workforce development, health, or disaster relief in Alaska can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation. The foundation supports U.S.-based 501(c)(3) charities in O’Reilly Auto Parts communities with project, general operating, or capital support, which may benefit groups that incorporate creative writing or literary programming into their work.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Partnership Excellence Grants for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Alaska with strong, replicable community partnerships may be eligible for national recognition and support for collaborative social-impact work. Grants from Mutual of America Foundation help U.S. nonprofits that unite public, private, or social sector partners as equals. Creative writing or literary organizations with such partnerships could benefit from this award program.
Mutual Of America Foundation