Ruth Sherman, Executive Director of Community Resources Connection discusses the work and mission of the organization. This interview was produced in collaboration with LPTV.

Bill Blackwell Jr., Director of the American Indian Resource Center at Bemidji State University (BSU), discusses the role of the organization in supporting successful generations of American Indian students and in preserving and celebrating indigenous cultures. This interview was produced in collaboration with LPTV.

Robin Dublin Executive Director at the Alaska Botanical Garden discusses managing a public garden dedicated to enhancing the beauty and value of plant material through education, preservation, recreation, and research. This interview was produced in collaboration with Alaska Public Media.

Nina Kemppel President & CEO of the Alaska Community Foundation discusses transforming gifts from Alaskans into extraordinary contributions for the state’s future. This interview was produced in collaboration with Alaska Public Media.

Beth Nordlund, Executive Director of the Anchorage Park Foundation, discusses building healthy parks & healthy people by mobilizing public support and financial resources for Anchorage parks, trails, and recreation opportunities. This interview was produced in collaboration with Alaska Public Media.

Polly Carr Executive Director at Alaska Center for the Environment and Alaska Conservation Voters discusses cultivating environmental leaders, educating the public and decision makers about key environmental issues, and mobilizing diverse Alaskans to advocate for sound environmental policies. This interview was produced in collaboration with Alaska Public Media.

Liz Medicine Crow President & CEO of the First Alaskans Institute discusses developing the capacities of Alaska Native people and their communities to meet the social, economic and educational challenges of the future, while fostering positive relationships among all segments of the society. This interview was produced in collaboration with Alaska Public Media.

Jason Hodges, Executive Director of the Anchorage Concert Association discusses the largest performing arts presenter in Alaska and presenting internationally acclaimed artists from the entire spectrum of the performing arts. This interview was produced in collaboration with Alaska Public Media.

Diane Kaplan, President & CEO of the Rasmuson Foundation, discusses the significant role of one of the largest family foundations in the Pacific Northwest in gauging and providing resources for Alaska’s residents through community initiatives, major fiscal projects, and a series of ongoing social movements to improve state residents’ overall quality of life. This interview was produced in collaboration with Alaska Public Media.

Kirk Rose, Executive Director of the Anchorage Community Land Trust, discusses helping Alaskan families in low-income communities to thrive through real estate and community development projects. This interview was produced in collaboration with Alaska Public Media.