The Homer Foundation

06/04/2026

We are always so impressed with the videos our grantees put together!

A big thank you to Elizabeth Wedner at the Ninilchik Community Library for showing off the new computers purchased with support from a Homer Foundation Quick Response Grant. It's wonderful to see these resources already making an impact and helping strengthen access to technology in the community.

Thank you for all you do to connect, educate, and serve residents of all ages. 📚💻

05/31/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday, June 1 for a staff outing. We will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

05/23/2026

In observance of Memorial Day our office will be closed on Monday, May 25th. We'll reopen with regular hours (8am-4pm) on Tuesday.

05/21/2026

The results are in. Having access to public libraries is important in communities of all sizes!

In June and July of 2025, the Seldovia Public Library conducted a survey to gather input from Seldovia residents and visitors regarding how we might better serve the needs of our community. Thank you to the fifty-five people who took the time to fill out the survey!

Caleb Billmeier and Kate Hohman Billmeier from Wellspring Group Consulting analyzed the data and created this one-page infographic so that we could easily visualize the results. We used this graphic as part of our April 2026 application to The Homer Foundation’s Quick Response Grant program, and were recently awarded a $5,000 grant! This grant comes from The Opportunity Fund, a community fund managed by the Homer Foundation.

The survey results showed that audiobooks, ebooks, movie night, and a color copier/printer were services we could improve upon. However, our technology needed a bit of an upgrade before we could add these programs. We will use the $5,000 Opportunity Fund grant to update our admin and circulation computers, purchase new color copier/printers, and work toward adding audiobooks and ebooks to our offerings.

A sincere thank you to everyone who participated in the survey. Your input is helping to guide the direction of the library.

05/20/2026

Here’s a behind-the-scenes glamorous look at community grantmaking - walking around Seldovia yesterday with a very large check in hand.😆

Thank you to Seldovia Public Library, Seldovia Community Preschool, and Seldovia Arts Council for welcoming me to town for the day. It was an honor to present your recent Quick Response Grants and to spend time learning more about the good things happening in Seldovia.

It was also a privilege to present the Diane Wambach “Shoot for the Stars” Scholarship to graduating senior Michael Geagel. Congratulations, Michael!

05/14/2026

Twelve hardworking Homer High students received Homer Foundation Scholarship awards at last night’s award ceremony. 🌟

Congratulations to all the outstanding graduates! 🎓

05/14/2026

Congratulations to Haven House , Sprout Family Services, and Homer Food Pantry, who received funding awards from the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) on Monday!

Awards included:
• Haven House — $10,000
• Sprout Family Services — $5,000
• Homer Food Pantry — $5,000

Throughout the school year, Mrs. Bishop’s sophomore advisory class and a cohort of Homer Flex High School students met monthly to learn about philanthropy and participate in a hands-on grantmaking process.

This year, students reviewed nonprofit applications and awarded a total of $20,000 to organizations supporting food security, housing, and early childhood services across the southern Kenai Peninsula.

Funded by Robert and Meon Purcell, the YAC program helps build youth leadership, community awareness, and the next generation of local philanthropists. Thank you to these students for their thoughtful decision-making and commitment to enhancing our community!

📸Christopher Kincaid

04/29/2026

Feeling fortunate that we have a local Search and Rescue Team that is gearing up for the summer season. 💪

04/27/2026

April is National Donate Life Month 🌀

There is no better time to honor the incredible legacy of Erica Walli, often lovingly known as the “Gift Fairy.” Through organ donation, Erica gave the ultimate gift: life.

Today, her spirit continues to shine through the Walli Family Fund, with the intention of uplifting the very things Erica cared deeply about and make a meaningful impact in our community.

We invite you to take a moment to learn more about Erica’s story and the lasting difference one life can make. 💙

https://www.juneauempire.com/2026/04/21/alaskans-honored-for-life-saving-gifts/

There are currently 167 Alaskans waiting for an organ transplant

02/05/2026

Want a seat at the table? 🪑

Are you passionate about Homer and enjoy thinking critically about how to allocate funding to create a thriving and resilient community? 💪 We’re looking for people to serve as volunteer members on the Community Grants Commitee.

Committee service is a rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Our grant decisions are made by people from the community, for the community, and we value diverse perspectives and experiences at the table.

What’s involved:
• Monthly committee meetings
• Occasional events throughout the year
• Approximately 2-4 hours per month

If interested please fill out the Homer Foundation Volunteer Application Form and we will be in touch.

https://www.homerfoundation.org/committee-members/