2026 Organizations
The Alaska Center Education Fund
Anchorage, AK • EIN: 23-7380045
About
Trailside Discovery Camp, a program of The Alaska Center Education Fund, has been inspiring a love of nature and science in Alaska's youth since 1980. What began as a small summer program has grown into a statewide leader in outdoor environmental education, offering hands-on learning experiences. Rooted in a deep commitment to environmental stewardship, Trailside gives children the opportunity to explore Alaska’s wild places while building confidence, friendships, curiosity, and a lifelong connection to the natural world. Through summer camps, school-year programs, Adventure Club, and teen leadership opportunities, Trailside serves thousands of youth ages 5-14 each year-round. Campers learn about climate, wildlife, ecology, and community through immersive, place-based education led by passionate, trained educators. Our mission is to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards—and it all starts with giving kids the chance to get outside in a fun, supportive environment and discover the world around them.
How Pick.Click.Give. makes a difference
All Pick.Click.Give. donations go straight to our Invest in Youth Scholarship fund, which provides camp scholarships to children who would otherwise not be able to attend. This allows children from all backgrounds to experience the outdoors and learn skills related to science, self, and the world at large.
Contact
(907) 350-9621Physical Address
Anchorage, AK 99501Mailing Address
3350 Commercial Drive, #101Anchorage, AK 99501
Cause Types
Youth & EducationGiving History
| Year | Total |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $850.00 |
| 2024 | $1,027.00 |
| 2023 | $950.00 |
| 2022 | $1,475.00 |
| 2021 | $1,300.00 |
| 2018 | $3,275.00 |
| 2017 | $2,675.00 |
| 2016 | $3,750.00 |
| 2015 | $6,700.00 |
| 2014 | $5,825.00 |
| 2013 | $3,775.00 |
| 2012 | $4,928.00 |
| 2011 | $2,800.00 |
| 2010 | $1,400.00 |
| 2009 | $3,375.00 |
| $44,105.00 |