VOA Alaska

11/05/2026

🚀 WE ARE HIRING! Join the VOA Alaska Team & Make a Difference 💙

Are you passionate about supporting youth, young adults, and families in our community?

VOA Alaska is expanding, and we are looking for dedicated, compassionate individuals to join our mission across several key programs!

We are currently hiring for:
🔹 Behavioral Health Associate I
🔹 Case Manager
🔹 Client Care Specialists
🔹 IPS Employment Specialist
🔹 Mental Health Clinician
🔹 Peer Support Specialists
🔹 School Based Clinician

✨ Why Work With VOA Alaska?
Our work is driven by Connection, Responsibility, Courage, Innovation, Hope, and Joy. Whether you're welcoming clients at our front door, guiding youth in recovery, or providing therapeutic support in our schools and communities, your work matters here.

💼 Benefits Include:
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision coverage
• Generous PTO & paid holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan with agency match
• Professional development & wellness programs

🔗 Ready to apply or learn more?

Scan the QR code in the image or click the link below to view full job descriptions and submit your application:

👉 https://voaak.org/careers

Know someone who would be a great fit? Like, comment, or share this post to help us spread the word! 👇

Want to serve your community and support Alaska's youth and their families? That's what we do everyday at VOA Alaska, and you can join us!

11/04/2026

Look at these wonderful donations starting to arrive! 📦❤️

Our VOA Alaska Ministry Team is so overwhelmed with gratitude as packages begin rolling in for our Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child shoebox drive with ChangePoint Church. Seeing these items stacked up reminds us of last year's incredible build and makes us so excited for what we can accomplish together this year!

We are well on our way to our goal of 50 shoeboxes, but our Amazon Wishlist is still active! 🎯

🗓️ Amazon Order Deadline: Friday, November 6th (to ensure everything arrives in time for packing!)

How You Can Still Help:

Shop Online: Pick out items from our Amazon Shopping List: https://a.co/0iKz7U4P

Donate Items: We gladly accept new, unused items not on the list as well.

Volunteer: Want to help us pack on Assembly Day? Reach out to Aaron at [email protected] to sign up!

Thank you to everyone who has already given so generously. You are making a huge difference for children in need! 🌍✨

10/30/2026

✨ Shining a Light on Youth Wellness in Alaska! ✨

At our inaugural Fireweed Society Luncheon, we were thrilled to present this year’s Firefly Award to two incredible community champions: Shana Ackles and Justin Harris! 🏆

💡 About the Firefly Award
Created by VOA Alaska, the Firefly Award honors outstanding community members who serve as a shining light of hope for Alaska’s youth. Through their leadership, service, and passionate advocacy, Firefly Award recipients show an unwavering dedication to youth-serving causes and help eliminate suffering for young people across our state.

🌟 Honoring Our 2026 Recipients
Both Shana and Justin embody what it means to lead with heart. Their tireless dedication ensures young Alaskans have access to the resources, compassionate care, and supportive environments they need to heal and thrive.

Please join us in celebrating Shana Ackles and Justin Harris for their incredible impact on youth health and well-being! 👏💙

👉 Learn more about VOA Alaska’s mission and community programs: voaak.org

10/28/2026

We are still carrying the warmth and gratitude from our inaugural Fireweed Society Luncheon! Thanks to our incredible community, we raised over $40,000 for young Alaskans and their families. That milestone means a young person finding someone to talk to when life feels overwhelming, a family receiving the care they need, and a reminder to our youth that they are never alone.

🎥 Watch the Inspiring Luncheon Video:
Whether you joined us and want to re-experience the power of the day, or missed out and want to catch up, take a moment to watch the video we presented at the event:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQzaMWS67mU

Like the fireweed flower that blooms after a wildfire, healing, growth, and new beginnings are always possible after life's hardest moments. At VOA Alaska, no young person is ever turned away because of an inability to pay—and your generosity makes that care possible every single day.

🌱 Keep the Momentum Going:
We invite you to deepen your connection with VOA Alaska by becoming a Fireweed Society Ambassador. With an annual commitment of $500 or more (given all at once or monthly throughout the year), you’ll help ensure young people always have a safe place to turn.

👉 Join the Fireweed Society or make a gift today:
https://voaak.org/get-involved/fireweed-society/

From all of us at VOA Alaska, thank you for showing up, believing in our mission, and helping hope take root. 💙

10/27/2026

Art speaks when words aren’t enough. 🎨✨

If you’ve stopped by a VOA Alaska event, you’ve likely seen local artist Juliann Flora’s iconic “It’s OK to not be OK” Brain Design on our stickers and shirts. It continues to be a community favorite—and now, we want to feature YOUR art next!

We are officially launching the Designs of Hope: Alaska Youth Art Challenge! We’re inviting Alaskan youth (through age 18) to share their creative vision and design original artwork focused on mental health awareness.

🏆 The Prize: $250 Cash Prize + a custom hoodie featuring YOUR winning design!

📋 The Details:
• Eligibility: Alaskan youth up through age 18 (1 entry per artist)
• Artwork: 8.5” x 11” format (both digital art and hand-drawn/painted creations are welcome!)
• Deadline: Friday, October 30th, 11:59PM

👉 Parents & Guardians: Scan the QR code on our flyer or tap the link in our bio to view full contest details and complete the official entry form. Artwork can be emailed to [email protected] (include the youth artist’s name!) or dropped off at our main office (2600 Cordova St, Ste 101, Anchorage).

Let’s inspire our community and spread hope together! 💚

10/26/2026

Join VOA Alaska and the Anchorage School District for a special Family Mental Health Night focused on recognizing concerning behaviors and supporting student well-being.

Whether you're looking for helpful resources, community support, or time to connect with others, this event is designed for ASD families.

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, October 27th
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Location: Romig/West Library Annex
Who: For ASD Families

🎤 Featured Speakers:
Anna Jajewski & Janice Haas (VOA School Based Clinicians)
Dr. Ashley Doss (ASD’s Critical Response and Wellness Director)

✨ What to Expect:
Helpful information and resources
Support from community partners
Dedicated time for questions and connection

Transportation and childcare reimbursements are available! For questions regarding reimbursements, please contact [email protected]. For all other questions, reach out to [email protected] or [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you there!

10/19/2026

Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Drive 📦✨

Our VOA Alaska Ministry Team is partnering with ChangePoint Church for Samaritan’s Purse annual Operation Christmas Child program! Looking back at photos from last year’s build, we are so grateful for how fortunate we were to pack so many boxes for children in need.

This year, our goal is to assemble 50 shoeboxes! 🎯

Important Dates & Deadlines:

🗓️ Amazon Order Deadline: Friday, November 6th (to ensure all items arrive in time for the build)

🗓️ Assembly Day: Wednesday, November 11th from 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM in the VOA Alaska Training Room.

How to Help:

Shop Online: Purchase items directly from our Amazon Shopping List: https://a.co/0iKz7U4P

Donate Items: We are also happy to accept new, unused items not on the list!

Volunteer: Would you like to help us pack on Assembly Day? Contact Aaron at [email protected] to sign up.

Thank you so much for your generous support and for helping us spread joy to children around the world! ❤️🌍

10/15/2026

🍽️ 10 chefs. 10 causes. One incredible night of community support! 🍽️

Each year, 10 Chefs for Causes brings together ten of Anchorage’s top culinary talents and local restaurants for a premier evening of world-class food, fine w**e, and auctions—all to raise critical funds for local nonprofits. We are beyond honored and grateful to be named a beneficiary for the second year in a row!

A huge, heartfelt thank you to Chef Drew of Kincaid Grill for choosing VOA Alaska as his charity of choice. Your support directly impacts the youth and families we serve every day across Alaska. 💙

An event of this scale takes a true team effort. We are so proud of our VOA Alaska staff who took time to volunteer with setup, working right alongside volunteers from so many other wonderful community organizations! Seeing everyone come together—from local volunteers and talented chefs to the dedicated event organizers—was truly inspiring.

To the organizers, the chefs, the volunteers, and everyone who attended—thank you for making this event such a resounding success! ✨

10/12/2026

In honor and observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day, VOA Alaska’s administrative offices and non-residential services will be closed today.

Today, we recognize, celebrate, and honor the rich histories, cultures, and enduring contributions of Alaska Native peoples and Indigenous communities across our state and nation.

🚨 Need Support Today?

While our non-residential and administrative services are closed, 24/7 crisis support is always available:

Careline Alaska: Call 1-877-266-4357 or text/chat 988

Regular business operations and non-residential services will resume tomorrow during normal operating hours.

10/10/2026

It’s October, which means we’re honoring National Substance Use Prevention Month! 💙

While the month is already underway, our commitment to supporting Alaska's youth and families happens every single day.

Prevention isn't just about avoiding risk—it’s about building strong protective factors before a crisis ever starts. At VOA Alaska, we know that bright futures are built on:
🌱 Strong family, peer, and school connections
🌱 Active outlets, team sports, and healthy recreation
🌱 Early access to supportive mentors and youth programs
🌱 Open, non-judgmental spaces to discuss mental health and emotional well-being

Whether on the basketball court, through our youth-led initiatives, educational courses like Own Your Path, or community partnerships, we are here to walk alongside young Alaskans every step of the way.

It’s never too late to start the conversation at home, in the classroom, or in our neighborhoods. Together, we can help Alaska’s youth thrive.

🔗 Learn more about our youth prevention and behavioral health services at voaak.org/services.