Native American Community Events in Alaska

Bristol Bay Native Association, Inc. (BBNA) is a Tribal Consortium, made up of 31 Tribes and is organized as a non-profit corporation to provide a variety of educational, social, economic and related services to the Native people of the Bristol Bay region of Alaska. The Mission of BBNA is to maintain and promote a strong regional organization supported by the Tribes of Bristol Bay to serve as a unified voice to provide social, economic, cultural, educational opportunities and initiatives to benefit the Tribes and the Native people of Bristol Bay.

Ketchikan Indian Community (KIC) is a sovereign nation and federally recognized Indian Tribe, incorporated in 1940. KIC serves a membership of over 6,200 Alaska Native and American Indians in the Southeast Alaska region. As a sovereign nation, the KIC mission is to enhance and protect the interests of the Tribe and its Tribal citizens, to assist our Tribal members in becoming self-sufficient through the provision of socioeconomic services, to enrich and uphold our cultural heritage and traditional way of life. Ketchikan Indian Community & The Tribal Health Clinic provides multi-level medical, dental, behavioral services, housing, social services, cultural resources and education and training for our tribal citizens. We ensure the prosperity of a culturally rich heritage and a thriving community of healthy and economically self-sufficient Tribal Citizens.

The Fairbanks Native Association represents a vital community institution rooted in the Fairbanks, AK region since 1967. Founded as a nonprofit corporation under Alaska law, FNA has evolved into a respected advocate and service provider for Alaska Natives and American Indians throughout the state. The organization's strength lies in its democratic governance structure, where members of one-quarter Native blood or greater participate annually in electing leadership that reflects community priorities and values. What distinguishes FNA is its holistic approach to community development and its proven ability to create meaningful change. The organization has successfully challenged discriminatory public policies while simultaneously building programs that address real human needs—helping community members secure employment, maintain sobriety, celebrate their cultural heritage, and pursue educational goals. This dual focus on systemic advocacy and direct service delivery has made FNA a powerful force for Native American empowerment in Alaska. Serving the Fairbanks community with authenticity and cultural competence, FNA operates from a deep understanding of Alaska Native experiences and aspirations. The organization's commitment extends beyond transactional service provision to building genuine community relationships and strengthening cultural identity. As FNA continues to grow and evolve, it remains anchored in its core mission of providing professional, quality services while honoring the voices, values, and visions of its membership and the broader Native community it serves.