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American Seafoods Relaunches $150K Grant Program for Western Alaska
American Seafoods Group relaunched its grant program last week, now known as the American Seafoods Community Partnership Program. American Seafoods is the largest at-sea processor of wild Alaska pollock and hake in the U.S. and is based in Seattle, Washington. The program provides donations to organizations and groups in Western Alaska to fund community projects that address food security and other needs and will provide almost double the amount in grant funding under the new name. Under the program’s original name (Western Alaska Community Grant Program), American Seafoods stated, “Our goal is to provide assistance and financial support to organizations that are making a real difference in the communities where we operate.” According to sources, the rebranded initiative demonstrates American Seafoods’ long-standing commitment to supporting Western Alaska communities. As part of the launch, the company is increasing its donation total from $90,000 per year to $150,000 per year, with $75,000 total to be awarded every six months. The program has existed since 1997 and has granted over $2 million to organizations and programs in the state. The company’s CEO, Einar Gustafsson, stated that the program began in the 90s out of a desire to help Alaskan communities. “American Seafoods depends on our Alaskan communities and our Alaskan crew members, and this new name change, revamped focus, and the increased monetary contribution further highlights our commitment to partnering with and giving back to Western Alaska. Over the years, American Seafoods’ contributions have made a significant impact, and we look forward to continuing as we sustainably harvest wild Alaska pollock.” Past program beneficiaries include the Bristol Bay Native Association Food Bank and Kodiak, Alaska’s Brother Francis Shelter. The company will accept applications through September 16, 2024; most awards will range from $1000 to $7500 each. Applications will be accepted for the following regions: Kodiak Island, Aleutian and Pribilof Islands/Western Alaska Peninsula, Bristol Bay, Lower Kuskokwim, Lower Yukon, Norton Sound, and communities north.
Seattle weather: Break from rain, warm temps on horizon
SEATTLE - A soggy Saturday morning with some impressive rainfall totals around Puget Sound. The heaviest rainfall was in the north sound where some spots saw over an inch of rain just since midnight. The rain tapered by Saturday afternoon, allowing for a dry kickoff to the Seahawks' last pre-season game.
LOST CAT: Looking for Mochie – August 25, 2024 1:36 am
Last seen 8/23 in the AM, usually returns at night or morning at the latest. Sweet female cat named Mochie, she loves attention, and unfortunately often loses her collar. She often hangs out on the stairs between 61st and 60th – Spokane St. Please call if seen or found,...
Seattle Tacoma Airport Plunged Into Chaos On Saturday Due to Internet and Systems Outage
An internet outage brought travel misery to Seattle Tacoma International Airport on Saturday as the Port of Seattle confirmed that various systems had been taken offline due to the blackout. In a short post on its official X account, SeaTac confirmed the internet and web outage at around 9 am...
UPDATE: Crash on Highland Park Way hill
3:38 PM: Thanks for the photos and tips. A driver went off the road toward the bottom of Highland Park Way hill. SFD has just cleared without sending a medic unit, indicating no major injuries, but we’re following up. ADDED 10:52 PM: SFD says the 36-year-old driver was treated...
Washington State: Where the “Next Big Thing” Begins
When rattling off a list of mover-and-shaker states in the U.S., Washington State may not instantly roll off the tip of your tongue. But the truth is, Washington has been so busy changing the world that we forget to ballyhoo and bluster along the way. Over the years, Washington’s legendary...
Summer’s not over yet, but it’ll be wet and cool this weekend
For anyone who has ever called the wet and cool weather the greater Seattle area often sees early in the summer months “June-uary,” then the name “August-ober” would fit the weather pattern the Puget Sound region is seeing now. “It’s definitely cool and much wetter than...
Curran Apple Orchard Community Harvest Day
Enjoy delicious apples at the Curran Apple Orchard Park’s Community Harvest Day on Sunday, August 25, from 10am to 4pm. The public is invited to pick from any UNTAPED trees…these trees are adopted. No ladders allowed. Please bring picking bags and enjoy the day. CORE Volunteers will be...
Vandalism at construction site on Newberry Hill under investigation
The Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident of malicious mischief after a culvert construction site along Newberry Hill Road was vandalized overnight Thursday. In a social media post Friday afternoon, the sheriff’s office said a suspect allegedly gained access to heavy equipment at the site, near the Sesame Street intersection, and...
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