Our History

Springing from an idea proposed in 1992 to the Chugiak-Eagle River Chamber of Commerce by Dennis Clark, the Chugiak-Eagle River Foundation took root following the community's highly successful staging of the 1996 Arctic Winter Games. Early funding for the Foundation's ambitious intentions came from a $45,000 surplus transferred from the Games Host Society. Substantial additional funding was provided in 2004 through a bequest from the estates of Glenn and Mary Lou Briggs, pioneer Eagle River entrepreneurs.

Our Purpose

The purposes of the Foundation are to make lasting improvements to our community and its residents; to foster the tradition of neighbors helping neighbors; and to promote a healthy and productive community. Activities include community outreach programs and educational scholarships, the latter a legacy of the Briggs family. Guiding the Foundation is a commitment to honesty, compassion, respect, and stewardship.

Our Mission

The Chugiak-Eagle River Foundation, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to improving the quality of life and to address emerging needs in the community of Chugiak/Eagle River, Alaska through the establishment and growth of a permanent endowment.

Our Governing Board

Affairs of the Foundation are overseen by a board of eleven Trustees. Trustees solicit and invest donations, receive and decide on applications for grants to benefit approved activities, and remain informed about needs within our growing community.

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