We work to improve the mental wellbeing of Ketchikan residents, reduce the stigma of mental health challenges, and ultimately reduce suicide.

We partner to create a healthier community. We focus on healthy eating, increasing fitness, and supporting family activities.

We are increasing literacy and the love of reading in our children. We encourage family engagement to build life long readers.

The Giving Table will assess community needs and address the gaps on food security. The Task Force will focus on meeting basic needs to secure meaningful support for those who they serve. Part of this task force will include The Grub Hub, which will support food pantries at schools. This program is volunteer led.

Ketchikan Community Gardens are a network of cooperative & demonstrative gardens that build connection, increase food resiliency and knowledge, and are used in a collaborative way for food education and awareness.

Ketchikan Drug Prevention Coalition is a community where we PREVENT alcohol and substance misuse, SUPPORT recovery, and CONFRONT stigma.

We seek to build a safer community by supporting reentrants, raising awareness of the barriers they face, and reducing stigma.

Empower youth to develop leadership skills, build community connections, and create positive change through service, advocacy, and engagement.

Strengthening Community, Celebrating Heritage, & Uplifting Stories The SCU task force strengthens community connections, celebrates Ketchikan’s rich heritage, and uplifts the stories that empower our community. This group brings together individuals who promote advocacy, education, and engaging opportunities for all generations.

We are a dedicated taskforce committed to preventing youth substance misuse through the Icelandic Prevention Model.

Ketchikan Crisis Now is working to improve access to crisis care within Ketchikan and nearby areas. Someone to TALK to, someone to RESPOND, and somewhere to GO. Community Action Plan (CAP) is a monthly group that meets to discuss service gaps and strengths within the community in hopes of reducing silos.