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Build Alaska's Future Build Alaska’s Future - a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to transparency that fosters public trust, a strong workforce, and good governance.

Our map at BuildAlaska.org enhances understanding of infrastructure while promoting opportunity and accountability. Build Alaska’s Future is committed to providing clear, accessible, and complete information about federal funding opportunities in Alaska. We work to ensure Alaskans have the information they need as we work together to build a deliberate, inclusive, and sustainable economic future for our state. We believe the better informed our state is, the more we can take full advantage of this once-in-a-generation opportunity. Build Alaska's Future is a joint initiative between Build Back Better, Alaska, a 501c3 nonprofit, and Build Alaska's Future Action Fund, a 501c4.

Rural Health Transformation Project: Funding Map Updated!Two more rounds of RHTP funding have been announced, and both a...
09/29/2026

Rural Health Transformation Project: Funding Map Updated!

Two more rounds of RHTP funding have been announced, and both are live on Build Alaska's Future's proprietary funding map.

Week 6 (9/18): $30.2 million to 27 projects
Week 7 (9/25): $6.9 million to 7 projects

That brings the running total to $242 million awarded across 249 projects.

Explore where the funding is going: https://buildalaska.org/ -map

Haines: $2.4 Million in RHTP Funds AwardedThe funding will be allocated toward three projects: over $1.4M to replace the...
09/25/2026

Haines: $2.4 Million in RHTP Funds Awarded

The funding will be allocated toward three projects: over $1.4M to replace the pool's 40-year-old HVAC system (right now, chlorine fumes are making people sick), funding to convert a jail cell into a “soft cell” for residents in mental health crisis instead of holding them in standard lockup, and expanded meals and transportation for seniors.

According to Haines Borough Manager Alekka Fullerton, ““This is a huge advantage and opportunity for our community to look at smaller, individualized wellness projects that will really increase the standard of living, and make people in Haines happier and healthier… It's not just about healthcare; it's also about wellness.”

This is the kind of public investment Build Alaska's Future Education Fund wants to highlight. A third of Alaska's economy runs on public dollars — federal, state, and tribal — and when communities can see where that money goes and why, they're better equipped to hold their governments accountable and get involved locally.

Read the full story from Alaska Public Media: https://alaskapublic.org/news/alaska-desk/2026-09-22/haines-to-get-2-4m-for-community-wellness-initiative

Learn more and see our proprietary map of RHTP funding at BuildAlaska.org.

Photo: Haines Borough swimming pool. Courtesy of Alaska Public Media.

Three-quarters of Rural Health Transformation Funding Now Public!Alaska's latest round of Rural Health Transformation Pr...
09/09/2026

Three-quarters of Rural Health Transformation Funding Now Public!

Alaska's latest round of Rural Health Transformation Program awards added 32 new projects and $25.8 million. That brings the total awarded so far to about $207 million of the state's $272.2 million allocation.

Our map is updated with all 32 new projects. About $65.2 million is still left to be awarded before the October deadline — we'll keep tracking as each week's announcements go live.

🗺️ See what's new at https://buildalaska.org/ -map

Two-thirds of RHTP Funding Awarded!Alaska's fourth round of Rural Health Transformation Program awards came out August 2...
09/04/2026

Two-thirds of RHTP Funding Awarded!

Alaska's fourth round of Rural Health Transformation Program awards came out August 28 — 24 new projects and $16.9 million. That brings the total awarded so far to about $177.9 million of the state's $272.2 million allocation.

One award stood out to us: a Galena City School District program that trains rural high schoolers to become certified nursing assistants before they graduate, growing local healthcare workers from within their own communities. Similar to the educational outreach component of ClerkStart, the idea is to develop local workforces from within the rural communities that might struggle to keep essential roles filled.

Our map now includes all 24 new projects. About $94.3 million is still to be awarded before the October deadline.

Check it out and explore the various exciting healthcare initiatives launching all over the state: BuildAlaska.org.

What Do Clerks Do?Local government clerks are the backbone of Alaska's municipal structure. They keep things running - c...
09/03/2026

What Do Clerks Do?

Local government clerks are the backbone of Alaska's municipal structure. They keep things running - council meetings, elections, record management, and so much more.

Alaska's communities need the next generation of clerks. Help us make sure those positions stay filled - learn more at BuildAlaska.org/Clerks.

Rural Health Funding: More than Half Awarded!On August 21, the state announced its third round of Rural Health Transform...
08/28/2026

Rural Health Funding: More than Half Awarded!

On August 21, the state announced its third round of Rural Health Transformation Program awards — 105 new projects and $125 million, the largest round yet. That brings the total awarded so far to $161 million out of Alaska's $272 million allocation.

Our Healthcare Funding Map now includes all 105 new projects. About $111 million is still left to be awarded before the October deadline — we'll keep the map updated as further awards are announced.

See what's new on the map at BuildAlaska.org!

Slides are from Alaska Department of Health: https://health.alaska.gov/en/education/rural-health-transformation-program/

Rural Health Transformation Funding: Round 2 is on the map!Alaska announced its second round of rural health funding awa...
08/19/2026

Rural Health Transformation Funding: Round 2 is on the map!

Alaska announced its second round of rural health funding awards on August 14 — about $30 million this time, roughly six times the size of the first round. That brings the total awarded so far to about $34.5 million out of the $272 million Alaska received for rural health care.

We've updated our map to show where this new round of funding is going. There's still about $237 million left to be awarded before an October deadline, so expect more updates soon.

We've also made a few small tweaks, improving the look & feel of the map - check it out at BuildAlaska.org today!

First Round of Rural Health Funding Hits Alaska – Here's Where it’s Going Where is Alaska's rural health funding actuall...
08/13/2026

First Round of Rural Health Funding Hits Alaska – Here's Where it’s Going

Where is Alaska's rural health funding actually going? We're tracking it so you can see for yourself.

Alaska just started handing out $272 million in federal funding meant to help rural health care — hospitals, clinics, and health programs across the state. The first 19 projects were announced last week, and more will be announced almost every Friday through October.

We built a map so you can see exactly which communities are getting funded and follow along as more awards come in.

Check it out at BuildAlaska.org.

Our goal at Build Alaska’s Future is to take transformative funding announcements like this one and make them clear and visible for everyday Alaskans. Your engagement helps support that work. Learn more at BuildAlaska.org.

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