Community
Partnerships
Supporting education, community well-being, and locally driven programs across the Yukon-Kuskokwim region.
Engagement in Communities
Donlin Gold meets with residents across the region through regular, in-person visits and virtual meetings that focus on open conversation.
These meetings are coordinated with local communities and create space to share project updates, talk about upcoming work, and answer questions directly from residents. Each conversation includes time for open discussion so people can raise concerns, offer feedback, and share what is important to them. What we hear in these conversations matters. Community input has shaped parts of the project over time.
For example, feedback from residents prompted additional evaluation of alternative energy options, including the potential use of a natural gas pipeline.
These discussions continue as the project moves forward, providing a steady way to stay connected and exchange information with communities across the region.
Public Involvement
Donlin Gold prioritizes transparency and meaningful engagement through regular community meetings, open houses, and accessible staff members that keep residents informed and involved throughout the project’s development.
Community Investment
Donlin Gold supports programs and organizations shaped by local priorities and everyday needs. This support shows up in many consistent ways:
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Education & Training
- Scholarships, workforce and shareholder development
- Programs that prepare Alaskans for employment
- Sponsorship of the Alaska School Activities Association
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Community well-being
- Operational support for Search & Rescue initiatives
- Activities that strengthen community connections and improve quality of life
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Cultural and regional events
- Support for traditional festivals across the region
- Sponsorship of the Iron Dog Race
- Support for mushers and participation in events such as the Iditarod
Understanding the Donlin Gold Project
Donlin Gold is being developed in collaboration with Calista Corporation and The Kuskokwim Corporation on lands they own.
The project reflects ongoing engagement with communities and is shaped by regional input, long-term study, and regulatory oversight.
Land and Subsistence
Subsistence activities such as fishing, hunting, and seasonal travel remain central to life in the region.
Project planning considers how activities may overlap with these patterns, including timing, access, and land use. These considerations continue to be part of ongoing discussions with communities.
Education and Training
Donlin Gold supports education through hands-on and classroom-based opportunities for students in the region.
Activities have included field trips, science projects, classroom presentations, and participation in cultural and archaeological work. These experiences provide exposure to different fields and help students explore potential career paths.
Support for education is focused on giving students access to resources and learning opportunities that can help them continue their education and prepare for future work.
Community Support Requests
Donlin Gold accepts requests from schools, nonprofits, and community programs for initiatives that serve local communities.
If you are involved in an educational or community-based program and are seeking support, you are encouraged to apply.
Requests are reviewed based on community relevance and available resources. Please note that we do not fund direct travel requests.
Project Updates
Updates on project progress, community engagement, and regional activities are shared regularly.
About Donlin
Frequently Asked Questions
Support includes education initiatives, workforce and shareholder development, community programs, and regional events such as the Iron Dog Race.
Schools, nonprofits, and community organizations may submit requests through the Community Support Application.
If developed, the project is expected to create thousands of jobs during construction and about 800 during operations, along with demand for local services and contractors.
Hiring is expected to focus on residents of the region, supported by training and workforce and shareholder development efforts.
The project is expected to use a rotational work schedule, allowing employees to remain based in their home communities.
The project is located on lands owned by Calista Corporation and The Kuskokwim Corporation, with potential for long-term economic participation by Shareholders under ANCSA.
Through regular in-person meetings, public events, monthly newsletters, and ongoing communication with residents across the region.
Current plans estimate a mine life of approximately 27 years, based on known resources.
Potential benefits may include employment, workforce and shareholder training, increased demand for services, and revenue sharing through ANCSA provisions.