Helping Alaskans lead secure, healthy, thriving lives

In the 2024 annual report, Alaska 211 highlights five important things that it provides. 211… Is easily accessible. Is cost effective. Offers kind, comprehensive information. Provides disaster response. Makes a community impact. How does 211 accomplish these five things? Through collaboration. It works with dedicated nonprofit partners and agencies and lists their resources and services […]

What’s a good conclusion to draw if you hear these expressions? “We had a baby!” “I’m sorry to tell you…” “Congratulations!” “Case closed.” “I do.” Someone’s life just changed. Everyone has unexpected events, embarks on different paths and simply watches life unfold. Although updating health insurance isn’t the first thing on our minds in these […]

ConocoPhillips Alaska makes significant impact through United Way of Anchorage’s Community Campaign. Its support helps fuel our work, which focuses on creating and funding solutions so everyone can achieve their potential. Both ConocoPhillips Alaska and United Way power Alaska nonprofits toward a shared vision. ConocoPhillips Alaska, its employees and its retirees all contribute to this […]

If you met Monique, you’d see her in shades of red from head to toe in honor of her late son, Gabriel, since red was his favorite color. On this particular day, a red heart is on her shirt. Even though Monique has had trying times, she still enjoys having fun. In fact, she bounces […]

April 15—also known as Tax Day—will be here soon. We’ve worked with AARP Foundation tax-aide volunteers for more than 15 years to connect Alaskans with free tax filing help, and these volunteers are in high demand. Appointments with them can still be scheduled in 2025, or community members can stop by places with walk-in clinics. […]

Imagine what Anchorage could be like by 2030. Here’s what we see happening: More equitable median household incomes Fewer community members experiencing poverty More people with full-time employment that covers their needs Less unmet medical needs due to cost Fewer people experiencing physical or behavioral health concerns Better access to quality, affordable childcare More students […]

On Saturday, Feb. 15, Walk for Warmth brought together 113 people to turn up the heat on cold homes. Attendees gathered to support Anchorage households that struggle to pay their heating bills. We met that morning to receive their United Way of Anchorage beanies, select pre-printed posters or design their own, enjoy light snacks and […]

So far, we’ve raised $2.92 million for our 2024 – 2025 Community Campaign! With four months left, we’re continuing to inspire Alaskans to help our community thrive. Donations and pledges made by local workplaces and people across Alaska make the work we do possible. Every donor chooses how we use their gifts. Is supporting and […]

A couple years ago, Meritsabel began noticing that her then-two-year-old son was showing signs of speech delays. “Raziel’s always had lots on his mind,” Meritsabel says, “and he lets you know.” She smiles as she recalls her son’s persistence. “He’d keep trying to say what he wanted until he got the words right or had […]

Cold temperatures cause Alaskans’ heating bills to climb. While these costs affect us all, some households struggle to keep up with the increases more than others. These community members wonder How can we afford to keep our homes warm? As Alaska continues to experience fluctuations in our winter weather, each of us wants to stay […]