Do You Know an Incredible Youth?
Alaska Communications seeks nominations for youth who are local heroes
 
May 5, 2025 – Every day, young Alaskans are doing incredible things to help others – volunteering to support those in need, stepping up for friends or neighbors in tough times, or initiating projects that make their community better.
 
Alaska Communications is excited to celebrate extraordinary youth who are making a positive community impact through the Summer of Heroes program. In partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of Southcentral Alaska, Summer of Heroes highlights outstanding youth across the state, awards selected heroes with $2,000 scholarships and special recognition in their local communities. Whether you're a friend, family member, teacher or neighbor, we want to hear about your favorite youth who is improving life for those around them. Nominations are due by June 13.

“We’re honored to support Alaskans who are passionate, innovative and have an unwavering commitment to bettering their communities. Heroes truly live here,” said Paul Fenaroli, president and CEO of Alaska Communications. “The Summer of Heroes program provides us an opportunity to spotlight young changemakers, investing not only in their futures but also in the future of our entire state.”

Alaska Communications also invests in youth through financial support for critical community programs. We will donate $25 to Boys & Girls Clubs of Southcentral Alaska for every new residential or business internet connection established between May 5 and June 15, 2025, up to $15,000. Now in its 15^th year, Alaska Communications has donated $210,000 to support the important work of Boys and Girls Clubs of Southcentral Alaska.

"Youth bring energy, kindness, and creativity to everything they do,” said Susan A. Anderson, CEO of Boys and Girls Clubs of Southcentral Alaska “We’re thrilled to have Alaska Communications’ partnership to showcase their good deeds and inspire even more Alaskan youth to help others.”

Learn more and access the nomination form on the Summer of Heroes webpage.
 
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About Alaska Communications
Alaska Communications, an affiliate of ATN International, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATNI), is a leading provider of mission and life-critical communications infrastructure in Alaska. The company operates a robust and advanced statewide fiber network and a highly diverse undersea fiber optic system that connects Alaska to the contiguous U.S. For additional information, visit www.AlaskaCommunications.com.
 
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Southcentral Alaska
Boys & Girls Clubs of Southcentral Alaska has 21 Clubhouses statewide, which offer intentional programming during out-of-school time, as well as athletics and licensed childcare programs. Clubs work to provide a world-class experience for Alaska’s youth, striving to ensure success is within reach of every young person. Learn more about programs offered by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southcentral Alaska at www.bgcalaska.org or 907-249-5400.