The Foraker Group

In recognition of the Labor Day weekend, the Foraker office will close at 3:00 this afternoon. We take this time to honor the work of Alaska’s nonprofits and celebrate their dedication to communities and missions around the state every day of the year.

We will open again on Tuesday, September 8. You can leave us a message over the weekend at [email protected].

We are expanding our team of human resources consultants!

Our consultants are a critical part of the Foraker team, supporting smaller Alaska nonprofits and Tribes with a wide range of HR needs.

We’re looking for experienced HR professionals with expertise across a broad range of HR functions—and a genuine interest in being part of the Foraker team. Most importantly, we’re seeking people who want to use their skills to support nonprofits and Tribes as they do important work serving Alaska communities.

Learn more at forakergroup.org/jobs

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: Human Resources Shared Services Consultant - The Foraker Group The Position: Human Resources Shared Services Consultant (Independent Contractor) The Foraker Group is expanding its team of human resources shared services consultants to grow our depth and breadth

Join us for our upcoming webinar series to learn about board succession planning! We'll share a process to help keep your board strong, support a healthy board-CEO relationship, and, most importantly, keep the mission moving forward.

Register here: https://www.forakergroup.org/site/index.cfm/calendar.catalog_class?typeid=8&Classid=435

Help shape Alaska’s future.

We are looking for an Alaska Census Working Group Coordinator to bring people and organizations together, manage a statewide effort, and help ensure every Alaskan is counted in the 2030 Census.

If you’re a strong project manager who understands Alaska’s diverse communities and knows how to build relationships and keep complex work moving, this could be the opportunity for you.

Learn more about the position and apply today at forakergroup.org/jobs

PROGRAM: Alaska Census Working Group Coordinator - The Foraker Group JOB TITLE: Alaska Census Working Group Coordinator FTE – 20 hours/week (.5 FTE) NON-EXEMPT Effective – November 1, 2026 Reports To – Vice President of Programs Work Schedule and

If you are thinking about joining our fall fundraising intensive, now is the time to act. Fill out our interest form by September 4 to take the first step toward a more organized, strategic, and successful year-end giving season!

Our Year-End Fundraising Intensive is Back! The Foraker Group strengthens Alaska's nonprofit and tribal organizations through education, professional services and organizational development with a focus on new skills, sustainability and strategic thinking.

In a world where we are often rewarded for doing more, going deeper, or moving faster, there is real value in slowing down.

For most nonprofits right now, the needs are only increasing, and the weight of that demand can feel heavy. Doing more with fewer people and less money or energy is not the answer, but often the unspoken expectation.

In this month's Letter from Laurie, we look at three ways we can support our teams and better deliver on mission by pausing.

Check it out: https://www.forakergroup.org/when-to-pause-the-gift-of-going-slow-to-go-fast/

A Step Closer to Accessing Approved Funding!

Today, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit issued its opinion affirming a preliminary injunction issued by a federal district court in spring 2025 that blocks the administration’s attempts to freeze funding enacted by Congress under the bipartisan Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This is a major step forward for nonprofits, tribes, and local governments, including those in Alaska, seeking to use these funds for investments in public health, climate resilience, critical infrastructure, and many other community-led infrastructure projects. Read more here.
https://www.forakergroup.org/a-step-closer-to-accessing-approved-funding/

Join us on August 18 for our virtual community class, Financial Statements for Beginners, to learn how to read, analyze, and create financial statements.

Register at forakergroup.org

🔍We are searching for an Administrative Support Specialist!🔍
The Foraker Group seeks a detail-oriented and proactive part-time administrative support professional to assist with both financial and operational tasks across our organization. The ideal candidate is organized, tech-savvy, and comfortable managing a variety of tasks in a collaborative environment. This is a part-time position (15-20 hours per week) ideal for someone looking to contribute to a mission-driven team.
To learn more, visit

ADMINISTRATION: Administrative Support Specialist (Part-Time) - The Foraker Group Position Profile Administrative Support Specialist | The Foraker Group | Anchorage, Alaska |On-campus The Position & Opportunity The Foraker Group seeks a detail-oriented and proactive part-tim

Executive Directors: Join us for our next virtual gathering of fellow EDs on August 12 at 11:00 am.

Register at forakergroup.org