Our mission guides everything we do.
Since our first community campaign in 1956, United Way of Anchorage has worked alongside neighbors, employers, and nonprofits to tackle Anchorage’s toughest challenges. Seventy years later, our mission and vision still point the way.
Mission
We unite caring people to give, volunteer, and take action to remove barriers to opportunities.
Vision
Anchorage is a diverse, vibrant community where everyone can achieve their potential.
Our Values
Five values shape how we work: leadership, collaboration, a focus on results, stewardship, and equity. They show up in every initiative, partnership, program, and grant we make.
Where we focus
Our work centers on three impact areas: Financial Security, Healthy Community, and Youth Opportunity. Alaska 211 connects Alaskans to resources and services across the state. Our ALICE in Alaska research shines a light on households that are working hard and still struggling to afford the basics, and it helps guide where we invest.
Alongside you, we're creating lasting community impact.
- Received $9.65 million in fiscal year 2025
- Raised $2.61 million from the Community Campaign
- Used $2.89 million to fund grants, sponsorships, and programs
- 1,819 employees improved their financial stability after receiving job training
- 1,416 households were permanently housed, maintained permanent housing, or moved closer to it
- 112 business and professional partners participated in the Anchorage School District Career Expo
- 53 programs for early childhood care and learning increased their quality
- 10,895 people were provided with and completed specialty referrals
- 47,206 connections to resources provided by Alaska 211 to people searching for help
- 18,475 calls answered by Alaska 211 community resource specialists
- 8,024 online database searches completed on Alaska 211’s website