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$643,000

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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$249,795

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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$373,299

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, military, technology, and so much more. These causes are under $5,000.

Areas of Impact

Civic
41%
Youth
7%
Military
20%
Sports
4%
Seniors
5%
Education & Workforce Development
20%
Health
3%

Communities

Chugiak/Eagle River
2%
Mat-Su Borough
45%
Palmer/Sutton
8%
Talkeetna/North
21%
Wasilla
24%

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
10%
Education
30%
Youth
50%
Civic
10%

Communities

Mat-Su Borough
60%
Palmer
30%
Wasilla
10%