Alaska · Corporate Grant

GCI Gives Grants

Funding

Varies (~$2M/yr total)

Grade Focus

K-12 and community

Application Due

November 7, 2026

Level of Gov't

Corporate — GCI (General Communication Inc.)

Eligibility

Alaska nonprofits and schools served by GCI internet and communication services. Given GCI's statewide Alaska footprint, most Alaska schools are eligible. Education, technology access, and community programs are prioritized.

Program Goals

GCI Gives supports education, digital access, and community programs across Alaska. As Alaska's largest telecommunications company, GCI prioritizes programs that improve educational technology access and digital literacy — a natural fit for CS and coding programs.

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Application and Distribution

Applications open soon. November 7, 2026 deadline. Submit through the GCI Gives portal at gci.com/about/gci-gives. Check the website for the application opening date.

Cycle Notes

Annual cycle. November 7, 2026 deadline. Opens in fall. Monitor gci.com/about/gci-gives for the application opening.

Grant Award Amount

Varies by project. GCI Gives distributes approximately $2M annually. Individual education grants vary — check current guidelines for award ranges.

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.

Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
CodeCTRL controller with display for micro:bit — a handheld game-style controller for interactive games and physical computing
Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
CHARGE Battery Pack for micro:bit — a compact rechargeable power solution that makes micro:bit projects fully portable

Frequently Asked Questions

Can schools outside Anchorage apply?

Yes — GCI serves communities across Alaska including many rural and remote locations. Most Alaska schools are eligible.

When does the application open?

Opens soon — check gci.com/about/gci-gives before the November 7, 2026 deadline.

What types of programs does GCI fund?

Education, technology access, digital literacy, and community programs. CS and coding programs are a strong fit given GCI's technology focus.

Is this grant specifically for technology programs?

Not exclusively, but technology education and digital access programs align strongly with GCI's mission as a telecom company.

How can Forward Education help?

Our Coding for Good Kit and Learning Platform are designed for the kind of digital literacy and CS education GCI prioritizes. We can provide program documentation.

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