The Aleut Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Aleut Foundation is a private foundation in Anchorage, Alaska. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 522 grants; the typical grant was $1,834 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.3 million
- Number of grants522
- Typical grant$1,834
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$564,670
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
75% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 572 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 522 | $564,670 |
How to apply
The Aleut Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Aleut Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Alaska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 520 | $1.3 million |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aleutians E Borough School Dis | Cultural Preservation Grant | $15,000 |
| University of AK Foundation - ANSEP | Cultural Preservation Grant | $15,000 |
| University of AK Foundation - ANSEP | Cultural Preservation Grant | $15,000 |
| Pribilof School District | Donation | $15,000 |
| Agdaagux Tribe of King Cove | ANSEP Middle School Academy Support | $10,000 |
| Agdaagux Tribe of King Cove | ANSEP Middle School Academy Support | $10,000 |
| Akutan Traditional Council | Community Career Development Grant | $10,000 |
| Aleut Community of St Paul Island | Community Career Development Grant | $10,000 |
| Aleut Marine Mammal Commission | Cultural Preservation Grant | $10,000 |
| Aleutian Pribilof Islands Assc | Cultural Preservation Grant | $10,000 |
| Aleutian Region School District | Cultural Preservation Grant | $10,000 |
| Aleutians E Borough School Dis | Cultural Preservation Grant | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Sand Point | Cultural Preservation Grant | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Sand Point | Cultural Preservation Grant | $10,000 |
| Fort Ross Conservancy | Cultural Preservation Grant | $10,000 |
| Native Village of Atka | Cultural Preservation Grant | $10,000 |
| Native Village of Atka | Cultural Preservation Grant | $10,000 |
| Native Village of Atka | Donation | $10,000 |
| Native Village of Belkofski | Donation | $10,000 |
| Native Village of False Pass | Donation | $10,000 |
| Native Village of Nelson Lagoon | Donation | $10,000 |
| Native Village of Nelson Lagoon | Donation | $10,000 |
| Native Village of Nikolski | Donation | $10,000 |
| Pacific Northwest Aleut Council | Donation | $10,000 |
| Pauloff Harbor Tribe | Donation | $10,000 |
| Pribilof School District | Donation | $10,000 |
| Qagan Tayagungin Tribe | Donation | $10,000 |
| Qagan Tayagungin Tribe | Donation | $10,000 |
| Qawalangin Tribe of Unalaska | Donation | $10,000 |
| Qawalangin Tribe of Unalaska | Donation | $10,000 |
| ROSSIA Inc | Donation | $10,000 |
| St George Traditional Council | Donation | $10,000 |
| Unalaska City School District | Donation | $10,000 |
| Unga Tribal Council | Donation | $10,000 |
| Aleutians E Borough School Dis | Cultural Preservation Grant | $9,000 |
| Individual | General Scholarship - Fall | $6,250 |
| Individual | General Scholarship - Fall | $6,250 |
| Individual | General Scholarship - Spring | $6,250 |
| Individual | General Scholarship - Spring | $6,250 |
| Individual | Vocational Scholarship | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Rose
- Kyla Morris
- Colleen Dushkin
- Jessica Borenin
- Andrew
- Michele Yatchmeneff
- Nicole Sherebernikoff
- Kathy Griesbaum
- Crystal Dushkin
Questions people ask
Does The Aleut Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Aleut Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 522 grants, with a typical grant of $1,834.
Who runs The Aleut Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Rose (Chair (start: 10/2024)), Kyla Morris (Executive Director (end: 10/2024)), Colleen Dushkin (Vice Chair) and Jessica Borenin (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Aleut Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.