Alanna was born and raised in New Hampshire before finding herself in Skagway for the first time in 2019, and she has been a year-round resident of Skagway since 2022. After several summer seasons in historical tourism leading her to dig into the rich history and culture of Southeast Alaska, she is passionate about the unique and beautiful things that make Skagway, Skagway.

 

The Skagway Development Corporation’s Community Development Services engage with the community to bolster the things that matter most to Skagway residents. Fiscal sponsorships help maintain beloved events like PRIDE, Softball, and several youth activities. Local creators are brought together and given a platform via the Made in Skagway Program and the SDC sponsored Garden City Markets throughout the summer season. SDC also offers workshops, cultural orientation events, and networking opportunities to help bring Skagwegians together. If you are part of a local non-profit or small business please reach out and see if SDC can help facilitate your goals!

 

Alanna also serves as the local Community Catalyst for The Sustainable Southeast Partnership, helping SDC-CDS invest in a more sustainable and locally based model for Skagway, and all of Southeast Alaska. SSP resources have allowed progress on many SDC projects, such as invasive species awareness, watershed stewardship, and increased local food resources, such as a potential school garden, among other environmental considerations. We are excited to continue this partnership!

 

Through the Skagway Development Corporation’s Community Development Services, and her role as Community Coordinator and SSP Catalyst, Alanna hopes to help facilitate a more unified, sustainable Skagway, whether this valley is your home for 5 months, 50 years, or countless generations. Gunalchéesh and welcome to Shgagwei!