DOWNLOAD FULL RFP I. Solicitation Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is soliciting bids from qualified contractors for a floor replacement project at the Housing First Facility located at 1521 South Cushman Street, Fairbanks, Alaska. Registration / Questions: Each IDIQ contractor must declare their intent to propose on this project by May 29, 2026 via email toProject Manager Jeffry Coghill at jeffry.coghill@tananachiefs.org. Please …
Chief Sharon Hildebrand continues to participate in the Alaska Native Roundtable meetings alongside partner organizations including the Fairbanks Native Association, Doyon, Limited, Denakkanaaga, and Interior Regional Housing Authority, as well as representatives from the City of Fairbanks, Fairbanks North Star Borough, and Fairbanks Police Department. The Alaska Native Roundtable meetings provide an important opportunity to share information, strengthen partnerships, coordinate …
Last month, TCC Vice President Rhonda Pitka traveled to Juneau as part of the Alaska Regional Coalition (ARC) to meet with state lawmakers and advocate for issues impacting rural Alaska communities. Chief Pitka shared the importance of supporting rural schools, protecting the Power Cost Equalization program, strengthening behavioral health services, and ensuring rural communities have access to essential services and …
In May, Chief Sharon Hildebrand and Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) staff traveled to Tanacross, Tok, and Northway to meet with Tribal leadership, community members, and local partners to learn more about the priorities and concerns impacting the Upper Tanana region. The visits provided an opportunity to strengthen relationships, listen to community voices, and better understand the needs and goals of …
Last month, Chief and Chairman Sharon Hildebrand provided testimony during the Yukon River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission meeting, where she shared Tanana Chiefs Conference’s role in ongoing efforts to protect Yukon River salmon and support the subsistence needs of Tribal communities across the region.
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is pleased to announce the selection of Karen Sitton as the organization’s new Chief Financial Officer. Karen brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in accounting, finance, and organizational management. Throughout her career, she has served in key financial and administrative roles with organizations including Tanana Chiefs Conference, Fairbanks Native Association, Doyon, Limited, Fairbanks Resource …
Another Head Start school year has come to an end. Four communities across our region hosted graduations for their 3–5-year-old students: Huslia had 10 graduates, Tok had 11, 3–5-year-olds, and Tetlin had 1. Congratulations to our littlest learners! We can’t wait to see where your education takes you next. Northway and Huslia staff worked with families to sew dresses and …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) proudly celebrates Maurice “Morris” McGinty for receiving the University of Alaska Fairbanks Meritorious Service Award, which recognizes individuals who have provided significant service to Alaska communities and to the university through public service, education, volunteerism, and leadership. For decades, Morris has been a respected leader, educator, mentor, and advocate throughout the Interior. His lifelong commitment to …
We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the Summer Youth Employment Program, supporting teens and young adults across rural Alaska villages. This program gives youth ages 14–21 the chance to gain real‑world work experience, build confidence, and earn summer income — all while contributing to their home communities. Opportunities for Teens in Rural Communities If you know …
On April 30, 2026, Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) proudly celebrated the graduation of Leadership for Results Cohort 3 in Fairbanks. The ceremony marked the completion of an intensive, multi-month leadership development journey for participants representing TCC programs and Tribes from across the region. Leadership for Results is designed to strengthen both individual and community leadership by building skills in communication, …