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$642,500

Scholarships Awarded

Whether theyā€™re graduating high school seniors, returning students to continue their education path, or pursuing a vocational/technical certification, these students will acquire the skills to benefit their local communities.

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$227,949

Donations Given

We strive to enhance the local communities where we work and live by supporting fundamental causes such as health and wellness, education, sports, seniors, military, technology, and so much more. These causes are under $5,000.

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$346,513

Grants Signed

Our grant program focuses on developing large-scale programs that pioneer a more robust and connected community. These grant requests are greater than $5,000 and are awarded to 501c3 non-profit organizations.

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About the numbers: Our scholarship portion is updated after each yearā€™s program ends, and our grants and donation sections are updated annually ā€“ so be sure to check back in January 2025!

Pursuing The Foundation Mission

Through its Giving Programs, the MTA Foundation supports projects that pioneer a more robust and connected community throughout the Mat-Su Valley and Eagle River/Chugiak areas, to Anderson and Glacier View. Because connectivity is not the only element of a vibrant and prosperous community, the MTA Foundation also makes donations for general community support.

Scholarships Awarded

The MTA Foundation empowers local students by awarding numerous scholarships each year. Whether they’re first-time college students or returning to continue their education path, these students will acquire the skills to benefit their local communities. Each of these career paths plays an essential role in Alaska’s future.

36%
26%
13%
16%
16%
32%
32%
6%
20%
3%
Areas of Impact
Communities

Donations Given

We strive to enhance the local communities where we work and live by supporting fundamental causes such as health and wellness, education, sports, seniors, environments, and so much more. These causes are under $5,000.

Areas of Impact

Civic
35%
Youth
4%
Military
10%
Sports
3%
Seniors
5%
Education & Workforce Development
23%
Technology
15%
Health
5%

Communities

Chugiak/Eagle River
3%
Mat-Su Borough
15%
Palmer/Sutton
12%
Talkeetna/North
21%
Wasilla
49%

Grants Signed

The MTA Foundation supports large-scale projects that promote technology adoption, economic development, entrepreneurship, and moreĀ  throughout the Mat-Su Valley and Eagle River/Chugiak and north to Anderson and Glacier View. These grant requests are greater than $5,000.

 

Areas of Impact

Sports
66%
Youth Education
34%

Communities

Mat-Su Borough
34%
Palmer
55%
Wasilla
11%