Making an Impact
United Way of Anchorage’s priorities shape our initiatives, guide our investments, and strengthen our partnerships. Working alongside you, we’re building a community where every Alaskan can achieve their potential.
Making an Impact
United Way of Anchorage’s priorities shape our initiatives, guide our investments, and strengthen our partnerships. Working alongside you, we’re building a community where every Alaskan can achieve their potential.
Financial Security
Creating stronger financial futures for every generation
Healthy Community
Improving health and well-being for all
Youth Opportunity
Helping young Alaskans realize their full potential
Alaska 211
Connecting Alaskans to resources and services
Opinion: Open enrollment begins Nov. 1. Here’s what Alaskans need to know for 2026 coverage.
By Eric Utraq Billingsley and Natasha Pope
We know…
We partner with nonprofits in the Anchorage area—plus many across Alaska. Because we stand at the intersection of their work and advocate for it, we…
Alaska 211 refers Alaskans to resources and services, no matter the situations they face. During the 2025 government shutdown, we want furloughed…
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Our Impact in 2024
2,405
Alaskans received job training through funded partner programs.
10,100
youth engagements in development activities through funded partner programs.
47,206
referrals provided by United Way’s Alaska 211 statewide helpline.
21Feb
WE’RE WARMING UP HOMES AND HEARTS IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Financial insecurity often builds over time. Bills add up. Costs increase. Unexpected expenses appear. Emergencies occur. When ongoing hardships are combined, Alaskans’ heating service may be jeopardized. Turn up the heat on cold homes by supporting Walk for Warmth.
Impact Stories
Difficulties…
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