Together,
Shaping Tomorrow
for alaska

momentum for alaska

The For Alaska campaign has generated extraordinary momentum for the University of Alaska system. There is a powerful collective story in the For Alaska campaign—the largest philanthropic campaign in the history of the state of Alaska. And, there is a personal story for each student who benefits from the generosity of a donor.

Generosity empowers students, builds the workforce, enhances research and fuels the economy. The University of Alaska celebrates and thanks the 21,777 donors who gave during the eight-year campaign. While this website contains only a few of the thousands of stories of generosity, each gift makes a difference.

Many thanks to all who contributed time, resources and enthusiasm throughout the campaign, with special recognition for the ongoing dedication of the UA Foundation Board of Directors, UA Board of Regents, UA leadership, and all who champion education in Alaska. Together, shaping tomorrow…for Alaska.

stories of Impact

Three construction workers discussing blueprint plans
Urgent Need for a Construction Workforce Bridges Industry and the University
Workforce
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A nursing student in scrubs doing some studying
Joining Together to Change the Lives of Nursing Students
Workforce
Education
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A massive skeleton of a bowhead whale on display in a museum
Bringing a Vision to Life: the UA Museum of the North Bowhead Whale
Research
Education
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Two women holding up a long line of seaweed
Preparing Students to Meet Increasing Global Demand for Aquaculture and Mariculture Careers
Workforce
Economy
Read Story

Voices of Alaska

Higher education is the backbone of a strong community and Northrim is proud to support the work of the University of Alaska."
Joe Schierhorn
Chairman, Northrim Bank
Since 2000, [the Education Tax Credit] program has allowed the members of At-sea Processors Association to invest in programs ranging from undergraduate and graduate fellowships, to research addressing current fishery management concerns, to technical training for youth.
Stephanie Madsen
Executive Director, APA and UA Foundation Board Member
It’s our honor to invest in the university’s focus on producing skilled graduates who are well-prepared to meet Alaska’s workforce demands and become tomorrow’s leaders.
Betsy Lawer
Board Chair, President and CEO of First National Bank Alaska
In many instances, private giving makes possible exhibits and programming that are otherwise very difficult to fund through conventional sources.
Patrick Drunkenmiller
Director, University of Alaska Museum of the North
The Endowed Nursing Scholarship provides someone the opportunity to have a little piece of mind, enabling focused study.
Joseph Sadley
UAA Student
I love Alaska and plan to remain in the state. I was raised in a small village and know firsthand the need for rural care while maintaining cultural compassion and awareness.
Raina Bjerke
UAA Student
Receiving this scholarship has been a game-changer for me, allowing me to focus solely on my education without the added pressure of working concurrently…
Ben Etheridge
UAS Student
When I first came to Alaska, the UAA community was such a great help for me. It was really influential for my career. Now, I want to do my part to provide the tools that UAA needs to be successful.
Jan van den Top ’72
[Michael A. Clinkscales] worked his way up from pot-washer to captain. It would be great for students to see that if they work hard and have the resources, they can get there, too.
Cynthia Clinkscales
Wife of the late Captain Michael A. Clinkscales
It feels good to be able to give back to a school that has given so much to us…
John Davies '70, '75
UA Regent (2015-2023)
You are truly helping the future of Alaska and there are few worthier investments.
Olivia Carroll
Rural Alaska Honors Institute graduate, 2018, in gratitude to ConocoPhillips Alaska
The Construction Management Initiative brought the university alongside the industry to address a significant workforce shortage that will impact all Alaskans. Our ability to partner alongside the university has strengthened relationships and, as we celebrate this success, we look forward to this endowment making an impact into the future.
Alicia Amberg
AGC Executive Director
Higher education is the backbone of a strong community and Northrim is proud to support the work of the University of Alaska."
Joe Schierhorn
Chairman, Northrim Bank
It’s our honor to invest in the university’s focus on producing skilled graduates who are well-prepared to meet Alaska’s workforce demands and become tomorrow’s leaders.
Betsy Lawer
Board Chair, President and CEO of First National Bank Alaska
I love Alaska and plan to remain in the state. I was raised in a small village and know firsthand the need for rural care while maintaining cultural compassion and awareness.
Raina Bjerke
UAA Student
Receiving this scholarship has been a game-changer for me, allowing me to focus solely on my education without the added pressure of working concurrently…
Ben Etheridge
UAS Student
[Michael A. Clinkscales] worked his way up from pot-washer to captain. It would be great for students to see that if they work hard and have the resources, they can get there, too.
Cynthia Clinkscales
Wife of the late Captain Michael A. Clinkscales
It feels good to be able to give back to a school that has given so much to us…
John Davies '70, '75
UA Regent (2015-2023)
You are truly helping the future of Alaska and there are few worthier investments.
Olivia Carroll
Rural Alaska Honors Institute graduate, 2018, in gratitude to ConocoPhillips Alaska
The Construction Management Initiative brought the university alongside the industry to address a significant workforce shortage that will impact all Alaskans. Our ability to partner alongside the university has strengthened relationships and, as we celebrate this success, we look forward to this endowment making an impact into the future.
Alicia Amberg
AGC Executive Director
Higher education is the backbone of a strong community and Northrim is proud to support the work of the University of Alaska."
Joe Schierhorn
Chairman, Northrim Bank
I love Alaska and plan to remain in the state. I was raised in a small village and know firsthand the need for rural care while maintaining cultural compassion and awareness.
Raina Bjerke
UAA Student
[Michael A. Clinkscales] worked his way up from pot-washer to captain. It would be great for students to see that if they work hard and have the resources, they can get there, too.
Cynthia Clinkscales
Wife of the late Captain Michael A. Clinkscales
It feels good to be able to give back to a school that has given so much to us…
John Davies '70, '75
UA Regent (2015-2023)

Eight Years of
Collective Generosity

Each gift reflects the unique tie that donors, alumni and friends have to the University of Alaska. Donors determine what their gift supports and, as a result, countless areas of student success, workforce, economic development and research received gifts.

$277m Raised
21,777
Total Donors
12,018
First-Time Donors
53.4%
Increase in Alumni Giving
465
New Funds
191
New Endowments