Alaska Defense Fund
The Alaska Defense Fund by the Alaska Conservation Foundation supports science-based, rapid-response efforts to defend Alaska’s public lands, waters, and habitats from environmental threats.
Funder: Alaska Conservation Foundation
Due Dates: Invitation only (no fixed deadline)
Funding Amounts: Not specified; varies by project and need
Summary: Supports proactive efforts to defend Alaska’s public lands and waters from threats such as resource extraction and reduced habitat protections.
Key Information: Applications are accepted by invitation only; contact the foundation for inquiries.
Description
The Alaska Defense Fund, established by the Alaska Conservation Foundation, is dedicated to empowering Alaska's conservation community to proactively defend the state's public lands, waters, and habitats. This fund was created in response to increasing threats from federal and state government actions that may open protected areas to resource extraction or reduce critical environmental protections. The fund supports strategic, rapid-response efforts to address these unpredictable and unprecedented challenges, ensuring Alaska’s unique ecosystems and communities remain protected for future generations.
