News & Updates

Media Invite: Cheney Lake Park Named 2026 Park of the Year (Thurs 1 PM)

MEDIA ADVISORY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 23, 2026 Community-Selected Park of the Year Announced at Cheney Lake Park with Artwork Reveal The Anchorage Park Foundation invites members of the media to celebrate the announcement of the 2026 Park of the

What’s New in Your Parks This Spring

Learn what’s new in parks and trails in our 2026 Spring Newsletter.

Call for Artists

We are seeking Alaskan artists to bring color, creativity, and culture to two parks through 2 distinct murals – one at Kiwanis Fish Creek Park and one at Tikishla Park.

2026 Parks Bond

Vote for Parks & Trails by mail in the April 2026 Municipal election.

We’re Hiring a Full Time Program Coordinator

The Anchorage Park Foundation is hiring a full-time Program Coordinator ($55,000–$65,000; 35 hours/week) to help grow a healthier, greener Anchorage! If you love being outside, working with volunteers and youth, and leading hands-on projects like tree plantings, forest restoration, and

2026 Community Challenge Grants – Now Open

We are seeking proposals for community-led projects that improve Anchorage public greenspaces.

We’re Hiring

We’re hiring a full time Program Coordinator and YEP summer crews.

Winter Activities: Try Winter

Try winter this year. Check out over 20 ways to enjoy this winter plus a map of local sledding hills and captivating short stories from local writers.

Vote for Park of the Year

Cast your vote for the 2026 Park of the Year!

In this Season of Giving…

Please support the parks and trails you love with a donation.