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Rasmuson Projects
 Elmer Rasmuson was the
Rasmuson Foundation's president and visionary. He led
the Foundation until his passing in December 2000, and
wrote the following to describe his vision for Alaska
and goals for the Foundation
Helping others is an Alaskan tradition. Both the
earliest Alaskans and those who came here to settle had
to rely on one another to build a good community and a
good life. This was as true for the Rasmuson family as
for everyone, and when my mother Jenny founded the
Rasmuson Foundation, she was expressing her concern for
all Alaskans who might need help and for the future of
our state.
As she honored my father, she was also foreseeing a time
when Alaskans could not reach out to all their neighbors
personally and would count on organized efforts to help
those in need.
Today the Rasmuson Foundation continues this tradition
by supporting non-profit organizations which strive to
improve the quality of life for people throughout the
state. By assisting these groups which address basic
needs, special circumstances, the arts and education,
the Rasmuson Foundation contributes to healthy, enriched
and productive lives for Alaskans of all ages.
In September 2002 the Rasmuson Foundation Board came to
Chignik and met with the Tribal Council and community
members. In November 2003 The Tribal Council received
enough funds from the Foundation to purchase a vehicle
for the elders. In April 2003 a Chevy Astro Van was
delivered for the elders of Chignik Bay.
This generous donation has created a job and ready
transportation for our elders. This van also is used for
the delivery of lunches for the Senior Lunch Program. |
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