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Our Mission

The mission of Build Alaska’s Future is to strengthen public trust, activate a thriving workforce, and equip communities for good governance by providing transparent, accessible, and credible information.

We value transparency, integrity, and trust, ensuring that Alaskans have open access to credible information and are empowered to act. Through cooperation, accountability, and inclusion, we work to build a resilient, sustainable future for all.

Our Impact

Our Infrastructure Funding Map empowers Alaskans by providing clear access to local projects and funding opportunities, bridging critical information gaps. This ongoing GIS mapping project details infrastructure development, funding sources, and project impacts, ensuring that all Alaskans can participate in building a better future. 

By promoting transparency and community engagement, our work ensures that the benefits of infrastructure development reach every corner of the state, fostering equitable growth and enhancing decision-making for the well-being of all Alaskans. 

Our other initiatives include:

  • Youth Engagement and Reverse Outward Migration Initiative: This program fosters civic education and leadership skills among young Alaskans, strengthening their connection to local governance and encouraging them to remain in the state. By empowering the next generation, we cultivate informed leaders who will contribute to Alaska’s future.
  • Alaska Governance Project: We equip local and tribal leaders with resources to enhance governance and community engagement. By providing tools and training, this project aims to bolster the capabilities of leaders, enabling them to serve their communities more effectively. For more information, visit RuralGov.org.
  • ClerkStart Initiative: This program honors local government heroes while addressing workforce shortages and creating pathways for young individuals to enter vital local governance roles. By recognizing the contributions of dedicated public servants, we inspire the next generation to pursue careers in local government.
  • Rural Workforce Development Collaboration: We connect rural communities to job training and employment opportunities to ensure federal investments lead to sustainable growth. This initiative focuses on bridging the gap between available federal resources and the needs of rural Alaskans, ensuring that everyone benefits from federal support.
 
 
 

Closing the Trust Gap

The trust gap—marked by growing mistrust in institutions—poses a significant barrier to Alaska’s progress. Our approach to closing this gap includes:

  • Transparent and Accessible Information: Initiatives like our GIS mapping tool provide Alaskans with real-time, actionable data about infrastructure investments, fostering transparency and instilling confidence in institutions.
  • Connecting Opportunities to Outcomes: By highlighting the tangible benefits of federal investments—jobs, infrastructure improvements, and community resilience—we help Alaskans see the direct impact of these initiatives.
  • Collaborative Partnerships: We work with a diverse range of stakeholders, including labor organizations, community leaders, and policymakers, to promote public inclusion and community-wide cooperation.
  • Strengthening Trusted Institutions: Programs like the Alaska Governance Project and ClerkStart empower community members to get involved in local governance and leadership, strengthening institutions through their participation.
 
 
 
 
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Our Framework

Build Alaska’s Future is a joint initiative managed by two distinct funds. These funds work independently to maximize impact, offering a clear pathway for contributors to support crucial initiatives that align with their goals and interests.

Build Alaska’s Future Education Fund (BAFEF) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit focusing on educating Alaskans about the opportunities and benefits of federal funding. BAFEF works to contextualize the funding and share real Alaskans’ stories about what the funding means to them and their communities.

Build Alaska’s Future Action Fund (BAFAF) is a 501(c)4 formed to help keep the conversation “on the rails” through education focused on the benefits of the bipartisan infrastructure law.