Costco Foundation Youth Services Grants in Alaska
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alaska supporting children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for monetary program support. Costco Foundation supports community-based youth and family services by funding programs that demonstrate measurable outcomes, address identified local needs, and show strong collaboration and diversified financial backing within Costco service areas.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Grants for Alaska Innovation
Alaska 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or community programs can seek funding to address social problems or unmet needs. Focused on new approaches and emerging directions, Creag Foundation invites letters of inquiry from organizations whose playground, youth, or community projects reflect creative solutions and have held nonprofit status for at least one year.
Creag Foundation
Youth Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting children’s health, education, development, or welfare can apply for youth-focused grants from the Dan Paul Foundation, including those in Alaska. Focused on child enrichment and wellbeing, the foundation funds programs such as early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, and refugee enrichment, with awards up to US $15,000.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Social Impact Grants in Alaska
Alaska nonprofits and mission-driven startups developing scalable social or environmental solutions for underserved communities can access funding through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation. Grants up to US $300,000 over three years support early-stage, post-pilot organizations focused on measurable impact and long-term financial sustainability, including those working on health, education, poverty, environment, or related community initiatives.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Grants from Cisco
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education access, economic empowerment, or climate resilience, including those serving Alaska, can apply for Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants; awards up to US $100,000 for innovative, early-stage solutions. Eligible organizations must primarily serve economically underserved communities and keep overhead at or below 25 percent.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Funding from State Farm Companies Foundation
Alaska educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can seek funding for safety, education, and community development projects that may include playground-related initiatives. State Farm Companies Foundation supports auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, neighborhood revitalization, affordable housing, job training, financial literacy, STEM, and K–12 and higher education efforts.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Hearst Foundation Support for Cultural Programs
U.S. 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 for arts and science programming, capital projects, or limited general support, including in Alaska. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused science programs that reach large populations and demonstrate lasting impact.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Social Service Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to expand proven social service programs that reduce chronic poverty and strengthen families, including in Alaska. With a mission to build healthy, productive lives, William Randolph Hearst Foundation offers program, capital, and general support for scalable, direct-service initiatives that may benefit youth and families served by playground-focused organizations.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Community Health and Education Grants from Labcorp
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting health, education, or community services can seek funding from the Labcorp Charitable Foundation for programs such as food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, and wellness initiatives. Alaska nonprofits improving community health or youth development, including projects that enhance safe play spaces and active lifestyles, may be eligible.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Education
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other eligible organizations in Alaska working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling efforts. With a mission to improve outcomes for urban low-income youth, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides funding that may benefit playground and child-focused programs serving these communities.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community and Education Funding from Roche
Nonprofit charities managing community, educational, environmental, or arts projects in Alaska may be eligible for philanthropic support that promotes sustainable development and active corporate partnership. Focused on humanitarian and social development, science and education, community and environment, and arts and culture, Roche invites accredited charities to propose innovative, high-quality programs that can engage local affiliates and employees.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Funding from Semnani
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services in Alaska and worldwide can seek support for programs serving marginalized and vulnerable communities. With a mission to empower the disaffected, Semnani Family Foundation provides nonprofits with funding for healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, women and girls’ services, and related human and social services initiatives.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Alaska Nonprofits
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations conducting charitable, educational, scientific, or medical work in Alaska can apply for the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust’s national funding; awards support programs serving the general welfare. Nonprofits developing playground or recreation projects may be eligible if their work fits these broad charitable purposes and uses funds within the U.S.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Community Grants in Alaska
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alaska can seek sponsorship support for community programs that advance economic mobility, basic needs, and neighborhood vitality. Grants from Bank of America Charitable Foundation help fund initiatives such as housing and shelters, hunger relief, workforce development, arts and culture, environmental efforts, and diversity and inclusion, which may include playground or recreational projects.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Playground and Capital Funding from Rasmuson Foundation
Alaska-based nonprofits, Tribes, and local or state governments can use these grants for small capital projects and one-time investments such as playground, park, and trail improvements. Grants from Rasmuson Foundation help Alaska organizations buy, build, fix, or create assets like equipment, vehicles, technology upgrades, furnishings, and similar needs, with awards up to US $35,000.
Rasmuson Foundation
Gupta Family Foundation Human Services Grants in Alaska
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those addressing poverty, disability, social alienation, or disaster relief, may be eligible for Gupta Family Foundation support in Alaska and other countries. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help smaller human and social services nonprofits worldwide with US $5,000 - US $250,000 in annual or multi-year funding.
Gupta Family Foundation
M J Murdock Charitable Trust Support for Capital Projects
Letter of inquiry due Aug 4, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, tribal entities, and select government institutions in Alaska seeking capital funding for construction, renovation, land purchase, or facility upgrades can apply for the Strategic Projects: Capital Grants, with awards of more than US $50,000. Projects that include playgrounds as part of a larger capital effort may be eligible from M J Murdock Charitable Trust.
M J Murdock Charitable Trust
Cowles Charitable Trust Grants for Alaska Nonprofits
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alaska can apply for the Cowles Charitable Trust’s grants of up to US $10,000 to support arts, education, social justice, health, or ethical journalism, including general operating costs. Alaska nonprofits developing playgrounds or child-focused recreation may be eligible when projects align with these program areas.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Alaska Nonprofit Storytelling Funding via Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Alaska focused on preservation, education, or wellness projects can seek storytelling support to showcase their community impact. With a mission to partner with local changemakers, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation provides more than US $50,000 to help eligible 501(c)(3)s and aligned for-profits share their work, which may include outdoor, recreation, or play-related initiatives.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Human Services Grants for Nonprofits from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving the Southern U.S. can seek funding for programs in animal welfare, children and families, education, poverty relief, health, disaster relief, veterans, conservation, and faith-based initiatives. Focused on compassionate, tangible impact, the Robinson Foundation invites established nonprofits to propose projects that may include playground or child-focused recreation components within these broader service areas.
Robinson Foundation
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 in Alaska communities with Nordstrom stores can apply for Nordstrom’s Community Grant, awarding US $5,000 - US $20,000 in unrestricted funding. Organizations offering food, shelter, clothing, workforce training, mentorship, or scholarships may be especially competitive.
Nordstrom
Lawrence Foundation Community Services Grants in Alaska
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Alaska can seek unrestricted funding for community services, environmental, human services, and related programs. The Lawrence Foundation provides US $5,000 - US $10,000 program or operating grants nationally, which may support organizations whose work includes playgrounds or child-focused community spaces.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Alaska Playgrounds
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Alaska seeking support for community facilities, youth programs, or cultural spaces can apply for grants of US $1,000 - US $20,000 to enhance local services. With a mission to strengthen community-based programs, Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with flexible funding that may benefit playground, recreation, or related initiatives.
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 vitality, or volunteer-driven programs may be eligible for Ameriprise Financial Community Grants. Grants from Ameriprise Financial help U.S. nonprofits address hunger, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, community development, and cultural enrichment, with priority for communities where Ameriprise employees and advisors are actively engaged as volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in Alaska
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alaska seeking project support in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural work, or environmental initiatives can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help U.S. nonprofits, including those developing or enhancing playgrounds and community recreation spaces, fund one-year projects.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on youth development, community services, food access, or environmental stewardship in Alaska and beyond can receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful programs. Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards fund initiatives that support underserved youth and families, which may include playground, outdoor classroom, or community garden projects.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations across the U.S. leading strong cross-sector partnerships to address social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award. Grants from Mutual of America Foundation help Alaska nonprofits with playground or community projects that model effective collaboration, demonstrate measurable impact, and show potential for replication or expansion.
Mutual Of America Foundation