Paluwik Heritage Foundation
Historical FunderAnchorage, Alaska · EIN 45-3181393 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $3,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Paluwik Heritage Foundation |
|---|---|
| Address | 800 E Dimond Blvd Suite 3-550, Anchorage AK 995152060 |
| Phone | 9072727432 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION FOR SCHOLARSHIP MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: - SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION - COPY OF BIRTH CERTIFICATE THAT VERIFIES LINEAL DECENT TO THE ORIGINAL SHAREHOLDER OF THE PORT GRAHAM CORPORATION. - OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS. - CLASS SCHEDULE SIGNED BY ACADEMIC ADVISOR - ADMISSION/ACCEPTANCE LETTER FROM SCHOOL. - GOAL LETTER/PERSONAL STATEMENT. - TWO LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATIONS |
| Deadlines | APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTARY DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN FOUR WEEKS AFTER THE START OF |
| Restrictions | N/A |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
6% of grants went outside Alaska.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Graham Village Residents | Anchorage, AK | Community outreach | $4,755 |
| Port Graham Village Council | Port Graham, AK | Community outreach | $3,800 |
| Trevor Moonin | Athens, TN | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Sean Mcmullen | Soldotna, AK | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Donna Malchoff | Anchorage, AK | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Lucienne Selanoff | Anchorage, AK | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Ryann Esteban | Anchorage, AK | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Patrick Norman | Anchorage, AK | Burial assistance | $1,000 |
| Evelyn Bagley | aNCHORAGE, AK | Burial assistance | $1,000 |
| Jessie Sliney | Anchorage, AK | Burial assistance | $1,000 |
| Roger Wallin Sr | Anchorage, AK | Burial assistance | $1,000 |
| Judy Moonin | Anchorage, AK | Burial assistance | $1,000 |
| Caleb E Mcmullen | Port Graham, AK | Community outreach | $200 |
| Bobby-Wu Smith | Port Graham, AK | Community outreach | $200 |
| Ashton Meganack | Port Graham, AK | Community outreach | $200 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Mcmullen | Soldotna, AK | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Ryann Esteban | Anchorage, AK | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Trevor Moonin | Athens, TN | Scholarship | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,655 | 18 |
| 2024 | $6,000 | 10 |
| 2023 | $13,050 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631909349100828
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-3181393
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.