SPECIAL DEDICATION

In the past several years, this group--and all Alaskans--have lost some remarkable leaders and mentors.

Hope Nelson, was one of this group's founders. Former state representative Gail Phillips was a longtime member and supporter. And just three months ago, we lost our past president, Cathie Straub.

All three were strong, committed Alaskans, business women, entrepreneurs, mentors, and the core of loving families. In their memory, Midnight Sun Special Events Committee will donate to the memorials established to honor Hope, Gail, and Cathie. We hope you'll follow their inspiring work in encouraging and empowering Alaskans.

Cathie’s family established a Catherine Straub-Loughrey Legacy Fund at the Alaska Community Foundation. https://alaskacf.org/funds/catherine-straub-loughrey-legacy-fund/

Gail requested a Scholarship fund at UAF be set up for upper classman. You can donate to the Gail Phillips Alaska Leaders Scholarship at the UA Foundation and mailed to the foundation's address at PO Box 755080, Fairbanks AK 99775.  Or online: https://engage.alaska.edu/uaf  Designation: choose "Other" and type "Gail Phillips Alaskan Leader Scholarship" in that field.

Hopes family requested at the donation be made to the Bird Treatment and Learning Center. https://www.birdtlc.org/donate/