Who We Are
The Rural Alaska Community Action Program, Inc. (RurAL CAP), founded in 1965, is a private, statewide, nonprofit organization working to improve the quality of life for low-income Alaskans.
Governed by a 24-member Board of Directors, we represent every region of the state as one of the largest and most diverse nonprofit organizations in Alaska.
We value input from and have respect for all people. We believe that Alaskans have the right to maintain their cultural heritage and close relationship to the land while protecting their economic and human potential.
What We Do
Early
Education
RurAL CAP serves prenatal women, children, and families through early childhood education. We promote socio-emotional development, healthy practices, cultural richness, and school readiness. Our programs include the Child Development Center, Head Start, Early Head Start, and Parents as Teachers (PAT).
Housing
RurAL CAP’s housing programs address the physical, mental, and financial needs of individuals and families. Our services fall under Homeless, Housing, & Shelter Services; Homeownership; and Home Improvement.
Health
& Well-Being
News
Karluk Manor Celebrates Its 9-Year Anniversary
In December of 2011, the Rural Alaska Community Action Program, Inc. (RurAL CAP) opened Karluk Manor, Anchorage’s inaugural Housing First facility. Since then, Karluk Manor has provided 46-units of permanent, supportive housing to vulnerable, chronically homeless individuals struggling with alcohol dependence. Housing…
Season of Giving Gift Donations
Update:Thank you for purchasing gifts for Safe Harbor Muldoon! Thanks to your generosity all their children will have gifts on Christmas! We’re honored to be part of this Alaskan community….
Celebrating 55 Years
The Rural Alaska Community Action Program, Inc. celebrated its 55th anniversary this year. Statewide staff collaborated to create a video to mark this historic occasion. Thank you to all our…
RurAL CAP Foundation Grant Cycle
The RurAL CAP Foundation recognizes that we are in trying times and would like to do its part in helping communities prevent and recover from the COVID-19 virus. The grant…