After seeing this year’s Toys for Tots drive email, they sat down as a family to come up with ways they could contribute. Adalya, Ardis’ 12-year old daughter, volunteered to take up the project. Her initiative blew everyone away.

The coronavirus has hit hard throughout many communities. This means toy donations we typically receive directly from companies are limited, while the number of families in need is rising. Join our mission to bring disadvantaged kids a little bit of joy during this difficult time.

Janet’s heart has been with Alaska ever since she moved there at 11 years old. She’s called the state her home for over 30 years. As someone who is committed to serving, she also loves working in the financial industry because it provides opportunities to help people succeed and to help the community grow. For Janet, it’s important that service extends beyond the walls of a branch and touches the lives of real people.

As a kid, the most anticipated moment of the year is waking up Christmas morning to boxes wrapped in shining paper, full stockings, and a brightly lit tree. But for some children, this just isn’t a reality.