Administrative Agency:

Nonprofit (Alaska): Alaska Village Initiatives, Inc.

Program Goals:

Alaska Village Initiatives' (AVI) Professional Services Group (PSG) is a conduit for professional services. Their programs and services promote the economic well-being of communities, families, and individuals in rural Alaska through economic development, assistance, networking, advocacy, and education.

Resource Provided:

PSG offers a full range of fee-based programs and services designed to strengthen village economies, create jobs and skills, and assist communities and individuals in achieving financial self-sufficiency. Programs and services include: Community and Board Training; Community Visioning and Planning; Technical Assistance; Rural Orientations; and Strategic Planning. Fees vary by program and service, and there are discounted rates for AVI members.

Eligibility:

PSG offers programs and services to AVI members and non-members alike. Our membership includes a diverse group of organizations, primarily representing federally-recognized tribes, Alaska Native corporations, regional corporations and non-profits, and community-based organizations throughout rural Alaska.

Program Contact:  (Primary Contact listed first.)

Rachel Weaver, Executive Assistant/Office Manager
Alaska Village Initiatives, Inc.
1577 C Street, Suite 304
Anchorage, AK 99501
Phone: (907) 263-9827 (800) 478-2332
Fax: (907) 263-9971
e-mail: rweaver@akvillage.com
Web site: http://www.akvillage.com/