Alaska Village Initiatives

Alaska Village Initiatives AVI is a non-profit membership-based company dedicated to improving the well-being of rural Alaska c Services and support for Rural Alaskan Businesses.

OUR MISSION
Alaska Village Initiatives, a self-supporting corporation organized in 1968 by and for Rural Alaskans, promotes the economic well-being of
Rural Alaskans though economic development, assistance, networking, advocacy, and education. OUR VISION
Through the wisdom of our elders, the dreams of our youth and the vision of our parents, we embrace our cultures and strengthen our economies.

RSBC Workshop Wednesday from 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM Alaska Village Initiatives and the US Forest Service are offering subawa...
01/22/2026

RSBC Workshop
Wednesday from 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM

Alaska Village Initiatives and the US Forest Service are offering subawards of up to $150,000 for tribal communities across the state. Applications are now open. Tribal governments and nonprofits are eligible to apply.

You can apply at https://usfs.akvillage.org/apply/

To see examples of how funds can be used, visit https://usfs.akvillage.org/examples/

We welcome project proposals for planting, monitoring, and caring for trees in parks, school grounds, vacant lots, and food forests.We also support projects involving tree planting, related vegetation, nursery production, wood use, and strategies to help communities recover from droughts, floods, storms, insects, diseases, and other natural disasters.We encourage community forestry projects that involve residents in local decisions to help improve village conditions.We also welcome applications that create and support living-wage jobs in green industries, and that provide career opportunities in community forestry and arboriculture for both youth and adults.

Join us by applying today to help transform your village. Submit your application and make a positive difference.

Rural Small Business ConferenceFebruary 10-12, 2026Connect with other rural Alaska professionals and leave with real pla...
01/12/2026

Rural Small Business Conference
February 10-12, 2026

Connect with other rural Alaska professionals and leave with real plans for broadband, e-commerce, and funding.What you’ll gain from attending

Get up-to-date information on AVI's broadband Digital Navigator program, including who is eligible and who to contact.
Find out how to create an e-commerce plan, choose marketplaces, set up a basic online store, and organize shipping and logistics for remote or seasonal needs.
Build your digital skills and improve cybersecurity using practical tools like password managers, phishing exercises, secure backups, and ways to protect your devices.
Learn who can apply for U.S. Forest Service (USFS) conservation sub-awards, when to apply, what the usual award amount is ($150,000), and how the process works.
Meet vendors who serve rural Alaska, including those offering POS systems, freight and last-mile logistics, satellite internet, and digital marketing. There will also be time for one-on-one questions.
Who should attend

This event is for small business owners, tribal and village enterprises, and community leaders working in rural Alaska.
Event details

When: February 10-12, 2026
Where: Shearton Anchorage Hotel. Reserve your room at https://bit.ly/4pJwsG4
Cost: Early Bird registration is $350. Sign up at https://bit.ly/3Ng0t2s
Vendors: https://bit.ly/3Ng0t2s
Sponsorship: https://bit.ly/3LKoG0l
Visit alaskarsbc.org to learn more and reserve your place.

Address

1577 C Street Ste 304
Anchorage, AK
99501

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19072745400

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