Cama’i. Explore this week’s Money Monday Funding Opportunities newsletter from the Chugachmiut Grant Department! Discover the latest grant opportunities available. If you find a grant you’d like to pursue, please get in touch with us at grants@chugachmiut.org or (907) 562-4155.

NOTE: Grants listed in the newsletter are at least 6 weeks away from deadline to allow adequate time to prepare an application. If you see a grant you would like to pursue or want more information, email us at grants@chugachmiut.org.

ABOUT THE MONEY MONDAY NEWSLETTER

The Money Monday newsletter is a weekly publication by the Chugachmiut Grants Department that highlights funding opportunities that may be relevant to tribes in the Chugach Region. Subscribe by contacting us at grants@chugachmiut.org.

Purchased/Referred Care (PRC) may help cover certain medical services and travel costs when you are referred for care.

Depending on eligibility and authorization requirements, benefits may include travel assistance and gas reimbursement for qualifying specialty care referrals, up to $3,000 in audiology/hearing aid benefits every other year, and up to $600 per year toward eyeglasses and/or an eye exam.

Most PRC services require prior authorization unless the care is an emergency. Please contact the PRC office before or after your appointment to confirm eligibility and reimbursement requirements.

If you receive a medical bill, bring or mail it to the PRC office as soon as possible. PRC staff can review the charges, determine whether they are covered, and work with the provider or billing office when appropriate. Promptly submitting bills may help prevent collection or payment delays.

For questions about eligibility, covered services, prior authorization, or travel reimbursement, call 907-224-3490 and ask for the PRC Coordinator.

See the flyer below for a quick overview of available PRC benefits and important reminders.

Cama’i! We’re excited to announce that the next edition of the Nupuat Newsletter will be published in September 2026, and we’re calling on you to contribute!

What We’re Looking For:

• Updates from your community
• Stories, essays, or poetry
• Suggested topics or feedback

We welcome submissions from Tribal and community members, councils, and employees.

How to Submit:

To share your ideas, articles, stories, poetry, or pictures, please email media@chugachmiut.org. The submission deadline is Friday, August 28, 2026.

Important Note

• While we strive to showcase a diverse range of topics from across the Chugach region, not all submissions may be published.
• Content may be edited for grammar, style, and suitability for our audience.
• By submitting your work, you grant us permission to publish it in the newsletter.

If you miss the cut-off for this quarter, we may consider your submission for the next edition. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

Nupuat Publishing and Submission Deadlines

• Fall 2026 – September 21 (submission deadline August 28)
• Winter 2026 – December 21 (submission deadline December 4)

Quyanaa & AwA’ahdah for your contributions! We look forward to reviewing your submissions.

Nupuat is a quarterly publication of Chugachmiut, the tribal not-for-profit organization serving the Alaska Native peoples of the Chugach Region. Would you like to subscribe to the newsletter or update your address? Email us at the above address with your name and mailing address.

Previous editions here.

Announcing the Summer 2026 Edition of the Chugachmiut Nupuat Newsletter! ​

We’re excited to share the latest edition of Nupuat, Chugachmiut’s quarterly newsletter! ​ This issue is packed with updates, stories, and opportunities that highlight the incredible work happening across the Chugach Region. From career openings to cultural initiatives, there’s something for everyone to explore. ​

In this edition:

• Career Opportunities
• Birth to Five Head Start Graduates
• Nunaka: My Village Recognized as Webby Honoree
• Women’s and Men’s Wellness Gatherings
• Housing Improvement Program
• Foresters Tour Kenai Peninsula Fuel Break
• Chugachmiut Care Line
• Peksulineq Festival
• Community Archiving Workshop
• Health Services Division News
• Chugach Regional Writers
• Native Allotment Survey
• Employee Spotlights – Benjamin Niedbalski, Dr. Phillip Mendoza, Janelle Sta Cruz, and Casandra Mancl

About the Cover: Participants and staff from across the Chugach region came together in Seward for the Aulukluku Nutan Lumacirpet Women’s Gathering, a time to connect, reflect, and support one another while honoring women’s strength, resilience, and cultural values. Photo courtesy of Alicia Ambrosio.

Stay connected with Chugachmiut and learn more about how we’re working together to strengthen our communities, celebrate our culture, and create opportunities for the future. ​

For questions or submissions for the next edition, contact us at media@chugachmiut.org. ​

Read the full Nupuat Newsletter below.

View previous editions.

Chugachmiut Forestry is updating the Forest Management Plan for Native allotments in the Port Graham and Nanwalek areas. As part of this process, we are asking Native allotment owners, heirs, tribal officials, and tribal members to share feedback about land management needs, concerns, and priorities.

The updated Forest Management Plan will include information from a timber inventory completed through fieldwork conducted between 2022 and 2025. Your input will help guide the final plan and help Chugachmiut better understand the services and information that allotment owners and heirs may need.

Please complete the questionnaire by August 31, 2026.

You may complete the questionnaire in either of the following ways:

Complete the survey online: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/uawuj87ZHV
Download the PDF questionnaire below.

If you have questions or would like to speak with someone directly, please contact Chugachmiut Forestry at (907) 562-4155.

Thank you for taking the time to share your input. Your feedback helps us better serve you and your community.

We have an update to share: our Crisis Line is now the Chugachmiut Care Line.

This name change reflects our ongoing commitment to providing compassionate, accessible support to our communities — available any day, any time.

Call us at 1-844-891-0444

Dial 711 for Alaska Relay Services

Our Care Line offers support for:

• Emotional distress, mental health struggles, or substance use concerns
• Grief and loss — when you need someone to talk with
• Connecting with statewide community resources
• Crisis intervention

All calls are free, confidential, and without judgment.

Please note: The Care Line is a single-line, single-operator service, so there may be times when a clinician is unavailable to answer. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911. For 24/7 mental health and crisis support, you can also call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Join our community step challenge, June 15-July 14. Let’s get moving, build healthy habits, and support each other every step of the way. Win Prizes below! All active participants are eligible for weekly prize drawings.

Prizes
• Most Steps: Adjustable Weighted Vest
• Most Improved: Air Fryer
• Most Engaged: Hydration Backpack

Join the Challenge

How to join

1. Download the Wellbeing+ app (Reward Gateway) or tap the link below.
2. Enter Organization Code: X5P23V3MR4
3. Enter Group Code: VY6P59YP to join “Step Into Summer”

Join link: https://link.wb.rewardgateway.com/join?orgCode=X5P23V3MR4&groupCode=363878PQ 

We’ll track our progress, cheer each other on, and see how far our collective steps can take us along Alaska’s coastlines. Questions? Call (907) 562-4155 or (800) 478-4155. Tag your walking buddy and let’s get moving!

Requesting prescription refills through RASU Pharmacy is now easier.

RASU Pharmacy now offers a refill hotline option that allows you to enter your prescription numbers directly instead of leaving a voicemail.

You can also use the My MobileRx app to request refills, check refill status, and view prescription details.

Two Easy Ways to Request Refills

Call the RASU Pharmacy Refill Hotline

Use the refill hotline to enter the prescription numbers you would like to refill. Before you call, have your prescription number ready. Your prescription number can be found on your medication label.

Use the My MobileRx App

Download the My MobileRx app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.

To set up the app:

1. Enter zip code 99508
2. Select Alaska Native Medical Center
3. Add your prescription by entering your birth date
4. Scan the QR code on your prescription label, or enter your prescription number manually
5. Tap your prescription in the app to view details, check status, or request a refill

Need Help?
Contact your local Chugachmiut Health Services clinic for assistance. Watch a full tutorial here.

Join the Chugach Region Climate Advisory Council

Chugachmiut and the Chugach Regional Resources Commission invite interested Elders from communities across the Chugach Region to join the Chugach Region Climate Advisory Council. We are seeking Elder representatives from: Port Graham, Nanwalek, Seward, Valdez, Chenega, Tatitlek, and Cordova.

Purpose of the Council

The Climate Advisory Council will help guide regional climate work by sharing knowledge, experiences, and observations about environmental changes across the Chugach Region.

Council goals include:

• Identifying Climate Priorities – Elders will help document current and historical climate impacts through knowledge sharing, stories, and observations. Participation opportunities may include Elder Tea gatherings, Zoom meetings, and trainings focused on environmental changes in local communities and throughout the region.
• Developing a Regional Strategic Plan – The Council will help shape a regional climate strategic plan based on priorities identified for each tribe, supporting future climate resilience and climate change initiatives across the Chugach Region.

Interested in Participating?

Please contact Beks Rumley or Angelina Roehl to complete the required paperwork for participation in Elder Tea gatherings, Zoom meetings, or trainings.

Beks Rumley
Climate Change Coordinator
Chugach Regional Resources Commission
beks@crrcalaska.org

Angelina Roehl
Cultural Heritage & Climate Justice Manager
Chugachmiut
Angelina@Chugachmiut.org
907-334-0119

Please respond by May 22, 2026.

Nunaka: My Village – Where Language Comes to Play has been named a Webby Honoree in the 30th Annual Webby Awards, recognizing excellence in Apps, Software & Immersive experiences for Education, Culture & Learning. This distinction places Nunaka among the top 25% of all entries worldwide.

Nunaka is a free, story-driven educational mobile game that invites children and families into a playful Sugpiaq village world, where Sugt’stun language and cultural learning are part of every adventure. It is designed to support early learning, language development, and school readiness through guided play.

Created in collaboration with Sugpiaq Elders, educators, and community partners, Nunaka brings language and culture to life for young learners and families. We’re grateful to everyone who helped bring this vision to life, especially our partners at Chugachmiut, FableVision, and iThrive Games.

If you haven’t explored Nunaka yet, we invite you to download the free app and experience Sugt’stun language learning through play.

• Apple App Store
• Google Play

Learn more or download Nunaka:

Nunaka: My Village