Alaska Youth and Family Network

08/14/2026

Nothing better than popsicles on a Monday 🕶️

08/13/2026

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL PHOTOS: THINK BEFORE YOU SHARE!
As the new school year kicks off, many parents are capturing those precious “first day” moments. But before you post that adorable photo, take a moment to think about what’s really being shared.

💻 Help Keep Your Kids Safe Online!
Back-to-school pics can unintentionally reveal personal info that puts your child at risk. Even with tight privacy settings, it's smart to limit what details go public.

🚫 What NOT to Share in Back-to-School Photos:
❌ School name or logo
❌ Age or birthday
❌ Teacher’s name or grade level
❌ Identifying features (height, weight, etc.)
❌ Personal details that could relate to passwords/security questions

Safety Tip:
If your child’s sign, backpack, or clothing includes sensitive info, blur it out or cover it up before posting. A little caution goes a long way in keeping your family safe.

📷 Snap smart. Share safely. Let’s make this school year a safe and joyful one!

08/12/2026

A few things we find kinda chic about AYFN.

08/12/2026

Housing Alaskans is a grantee of ours who has recently opened a grant opportunity for capital funding for new construction and major rehabilitation housing projects in the Mat-Su Borough. The grants are intended to give funding quickly for housing projects that will begin construction or be completed in 2026-2027. The application deadline is August 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. For more information, please click the link in the comments or visit the Housing Alaskans website!

08/11/2026

Theres a little over a month until our favorite event of the year at The Arc of Anchorage

08/07/2026

Come join us for Friday night group, and if you can't don't forget you have another opportunity Monday at our Wasilla office!

08/05/2026

Looking back, and forward to all the Friday fun to come!

08/03/2026

As we wrap up our summer season, we are grateful and excited to return to our regular Monday and Friday schedule and are looking forward to the holiday season!

08/03/2026