Alaska Ski for Women

Overview – Over the past several years, the Alaska Ski for Women has donated over $1,200,000 to the local community, non-profit organizations helping to stop the cycle of domestic abuse against women and children in Alaska. This strong, financial support is made possible by Alaska Ski for Women donors, participants, merchandise, and silent auction sales.

Where do the event proceeds go? – Through the generous donations of ASFW participants, and the hard work of our all-volunteer committee, the race is able to make an impact in the community by contributing to groups that actively work to improve women’s lives. A special focus is ending the cycle of violence against women and their families, supporting their recovery after crisis, and helping women in crisis find positive solutions to a healthier life. In addition, proceeds from the event support the Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage, with 20% of net proceeds going to NSAA.

Who is eligible to apply for a grant? All grant proposals must meet the following criteria:

The recipient is an Alaska-based non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

Provides services to survivors of domestic violence and their families or provides a program that is working to stop the cycle of domestic violence in Alaska.

Provides services that promote physical and emotional well-being through a healthy lifestyle.

What are the anticipated grant amounts and timeline? Total grants awarded each year depending on the success of the ASFW event. Total grant funds typically range from $25,000 – $30,000. The grant application period usually opens mid April and is open for one month. Applications are reviewed by a grants committee, with final recommendations approved by the NSAA board in June.

How does my organization apply? The grant application will be posted to this webpage. If you would like to be notified when the application packet is available, please email alaskaskiforwomengrants@gmail.com

Recent Grantees

2022 Grantees

$19,000 to Abused Women’s Aid in Crisis (AWAIC) to support one of their Children’s Advocate positions. The Children’s Advocate team works closely with parents and children to ensure that children’s needs are met while they are going through the stress and trauma that results from domestic violence.

$4,000 to Covenant House Alaska to support their Passage House program. Passage House is a transitional living program for young women ages 16 – 22 and their babies, soon entering its 30th year of operation.

2021 Grantees

$26,000 to Abused Women’s Aid in Crisis (AWAIC) for their Children’s Advocate staffing in their shelter-based program

$5,000 to Standing Together Against Rape (STAR) for security equipment for survivors

2020 Grantee

$25,747 to Abused Women’s Aid in Crisis (AWAIC). In 2020 The Alaska Ski for Women grant committee decided to award 100% of the net proceeds from the 2020 Alaska Ski for Women event to AWAIC. In times of COVID-19, NSAA and ASFW want to show our support for what AWAIC is doing for the community. Together, we can stop the cycle of domestic violence and help women in crisis find positive solutions to a healthier life.