The Vocational Fund for Alaska’s Future (VFAF) grant program seeks applications from eligible organizations for projects that sharpen vocational skills and contribute to the competitiveness of Alaska’s natural resource and overall economy.
Donor Name: The Alaska Community Foundation
State: Alaska
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/13/2023
Size of the Grant: $10,000-$50,000
Grant Duration: 18 months
Details:
Proposed projects should focus on efforts to build a highly qualified and highly skilled workforce in Alaska’s natural resource development industries with a preference for the oil, gas. and mining industries. Desired activities for this program are those that help build skills of Alaskans of all ages and in areas such as electrical work, plumbing, carpentry, welding, mining, engineering, geology, and other related disciplines. Scholarships are within the scope of this fund.
Funding Information
Typical grant amounts range from $10,000-$50,000.
Grant Period
Grant-funded projects must be completed within 18 months from the date of grant disbursement.
Eligibility Criteria
50I(c)(3) nonprofit or equivalent organizations located in the state of Alaska. Equivalent organizations may include tribes, schools, churches, local government agencies and programs.
Ineligibility
Ineligible applicants include: Individuals, for profit, 50I (c)(4) or (c)(6) organizations, non-Alaska based organizations; and state or federal government agencies.
For more information, visit The Alaska Community Foundation.
