Human Services Nonprofits in Alaska

MISSION:

WOMEN IN SAFE HOMES (WISH) IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO PROVIDING ESSENTIAL SUPPORT SERVICES TO VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, AND OTHER VIOLENT CRIMES. WISH IS LOCATED IN KETCHIKAN AND SERVES OVER 17 COMMUNITIES IN SOUTHERN SOUTHEAST ALASKA. THESE INCLUDE THE COMMUNITIES OF KETCHIKAN, SAXMAN, WRANGELL, PRINCE OF WALES ISLAND, METLAKATLA, AND HYDER. CURRENTLY, WISH HAS A 30-BED FACILITY THAT IS OPEN 7 SAYS A WEEK, 24 HOURS EACH DAY. SERVICES PROVIDED CROSS ALL RACIAL, ETHNIC, ECONOMIC, AND SOCIAL GROUPS. OUR CLIENTS RANGE IN AGE FROM INFANT TO THE ELDERLY WITH DIVERSE PSYCHOLOGICAL, EMOTIONAL, AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES/NEEDS. WISH ALSO ROUTINELY SERVES WOMEN IN VARIOUS STAGES OF PRENANCY. WISH IS THE ONLY DV ORGANIZATION WITH THE ABILITY TO WORK AT THIS CAPACITY IN SOUTHERN SOUTHEAST ALASKA.

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PROMOTING CHOICE, INDEPENDENCE AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR PERSONS AND FAMILIES LIVING WITH DISABILITY.

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ASSIST AREA SENIOR CITIZENS WITH FOOD, SHELTER, TRANSPORTATION

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PROVIDE PAYER SERVICES, GUARDIAN/CONSERVATORSHIP & OTHER SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS RECEIVING SSA BENEFITS, ENSURING THEIR IMMEDIATE NEEDS FOR HOUSING, FOOD, MEDICAL AND CLOTHING ARE MET IN A TIMELY AND APPROPRIATE MANNER.

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AMERICAN BAPTIST CHRISTIAN MISSION OFFERING VARIOUS PROGRAMS TO MEET THE NEEDS OF CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES IN KODIAK, ALASKA

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SAFV PROVIDES EMPOWERMENT-BASED SAFETY AND ADVOCACY SERVICES FOR VICTIMS/SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT WHILE PROMOTING A COMMUNITY OF NONVIOLENCE AND RESPECT.

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STRENGTHENING FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS IN SOUTHEAST ALASKA, WITH DIGNITY, CARE, AND COMPASSION.

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NOME COMMUNITY CENTER'S PRIMARY OBJECTIVES ARE TO PROVIDE HEALTH, EDUCATIONAL, AND SOCIAL SERVICES TO RESIDENTS OF THE BERING STRAITS REGION OF ALASKA.

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The goal of this organization is to provide or coordinate a wide variety of programs and services that are structured to meet the social, educational, economic, recreational and other needs of specific ethnic and/or immigrant groups in ways that are culturally appropriate.

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CHALLENGE ALASKA IMPROVES THE LIVES OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES BY PROVIDING SPORTS, THERAPEUTIC RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES.

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THE ORGANIZATIONS MISSION IS TO SERVE THE NEEDS OF LOCAL SENIOR CITIZENS. RENTAL PROPERTIES FOR AREA SENIORS WERE BUILT WITH FUNDS FROM THE ORGANIZATION AND GRANTS GIVEN TO CLSCC. CLSCC PROVIDES TRANSPORTATION TO AREA SENIORS FROM RURAL COMMUNITY TO LARGER AREA FOR SHOPPING, MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS AND OTHER NEEDS. CLSCC PROVIDES SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES FOR AREA SENIORS AT ITS CAMPUS IN COOPER LANDING.

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CONNECTING PEOPLE TO WHAT IS IMPORTANT IN THEIR LIVES BY DEVELOPING STRENGTHS AND CHALLENGING COMMUNITY NORMS.

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TO ADVANCE THE QUALITY OF EARLY EDUCATION AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT BY EMPOWERING PARENTS, EDUCATING CHILD CARE PROFESSIONALS, AND COLLABORATING WITH OUR COMMUNITIES.

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THE MISSION OF THE ANCHORAGE COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS IS TO PROVIDE DYNAMIC LEADERSHIP TO UNITE ANCHORAGE IN MAKING HOMELESSNESS RARE, BRIEF, AND ONE-TIME.

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FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF THE CHUGIAK SENIORS' HOUSING FACILITY, FUNDED BY DONATIONS FROM THE GENERAL PUBLIC. DONATIONS ARE INVESTED, AND MARKET TRADING OF THE SECURITIES GENERATES INCOME/DIVIDENDS TO BE USED TO PROVIDE AID TO THE SENIOR LIVING FACILITY.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide or coordinate a wide variety of programs and services that are structured to meet the social, educational, economic, recreational and other needs of specific ethnic and/or immigrant groups in ways that are culturally appropriate.

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The goal of this organization is to provide or coordinate a wide variety of programs and services that meet the needs and interests of the senior population. Also included are organizations that administer funding for senior services under Title III of the Older Americans Act.

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TO PROMOTE THE HEALTH AND WELL BEING OF SENIOR CITIZENS AND PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL, RECREATIONAL, AND SOCIAL PROGRAMS FOR OUR MEMBERS.

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OUR ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION IS TO HELP FACILITATE LIFE TRANSITIONS FOR THE VULNERABLE YOUTH IN THE INTERIOR. WE DO THIS VIA TWO PRIMARY MEANS: WE PROVIDE A 24/7, 365-DAYS A YEAR YOUTH SHELTER FOR HOMELESS AND AT-RISK YOUTH. SECOND, WE PROVIDE COUNSELING FOR AT-RISK YOUTH, FAMILIES AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY.

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TO PROVIDE HOUSING FOR DISABLED CITIZENS IN THE KENAI PENINSULA AREA.