We recently took a look at our demographics and mapped out ways to better engage with Shareholders across generations. With services like workforce development and trainings through the Arviiq Center, which are designed for those of the workforce age, we recognized a need to support the personal, academic, and social growth of our younger Shareholders. We are excited to announce the launch of TKC Nau, our new youth development scholarship.

Nau, pronounced “now,” is the Yup’ik post-base meaning “to grow” as a plant. TKC Nau is an opportunity to nourish the minds of our youth and grow their leadership skills now (a play on words), and into the future.

The scholarship is available to TKC Shareholders from age three through the 12th grade and provides up to $200 per applicant, per year for enrichment activities. Acceptable activities include (but are not limited to):

• Cultural activities and learning opportunities
• Educational programs
• Sports and athletics
• Arts and music
• Other extracurricular pursuits that contribute to the holistic development of the youth

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a TKC Shareholder
• Applicants must be between the ages 3 to 12th grade at the time of application
• The activity for which funding is requested must be educational or developmental in nature and not solely for entertainment purposes.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested applicants must complete and submit the Youth Development Scholarship Application Form and supporting documents no later than 2 weeks before the start of the activity.

Supporting documents include:

• Proof of registration, acceptance or attendance of activity
• Documentation of Costs (Example: participation and registration fee’s)
• If requesting funds for supplies, an itemized supply list along with costs and vendor must be included as proof of cost. You may also submit a receipt for reimbursement of supply/materials up to $200.

For questions or more information, contact Adrian Boelens at adrian.boelens@kuskokwim.com or (907) 243-2944.