CIRI Year-End Updates
2020 has proven a challenging year for well-managed businesses throughout Alaska and across our nation.
Shareholder Spotlight: Richard Perry
Original CIRI enrollee Richard Perry (Yup’ik and Athabascan) describes himself as an artist, writer and storyteller.
Interested in Serving on the CIRI Board of Directors?
Voting CIRI shareholders 18+ years of age are invited to apply to serve on the CIRI Board of Directors.
2020 Tax Information
CIRI IRS Forms 1099 for the 2020 tax year will be mailed no later than Feb. 1, 2021.
In Touch: Veterans Day Tribute
In honor of Veterans Day, the Alaska National Guard Public Affairs office published an article about Sgt. Herbert Alex entitled “Sgt. 1st Class Herbert Alex: An Alaskan Legacy.”
2020 AFN Award Recipients
Each year, the Alaska Federation of Natives awards honor Native and non-Native leaders in recognition of their dedicated efforts to serving the Native community.
Coming Soon: Cultures of CIRI and Virtual Mentoring Program
CIRI is rolling out two exciting new web-based programs in early 2021— Cultures of CIRI and virtual mentoring.
2021 CIRI Calendar Photo Contest
Congratulations to the winners of the 2021 CIRI calendar photo contest!
Recipe: Salmon Mousse
As the author wrote about this recipe, “An easy-to-make, delicious salmon mousse, not too rich and quite flavorful. Perfect for spreading on crackers and crudité dips.”
Qenek Portal Enhancements
CIRI’s Qenek portal is a free online resource that provides easy access to a wealth of news, information and forms, while also offering the convenience of performing certain tasks and record changes online.
Reminder: CIRI Holiday Closure
In observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, CIRI will be closed Thursday, Dec. 24, 2020, through Friday, Jan. 1, 2021.
Statement Issued in Support of ANCs Receiving CARES Act Funding
On Sept. 25, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruled that Alaska Native corporations are ineligible for CARES Act funding.
Apply Now: 2021 Virtual Next Gen Day
Shareholders and descendants 10 years through high-school age are invited to apply to participate in CIRI’s 2021 Next Gen Day, which will be held virtually.
