BBEDC Seasonal Employment Opportunities Program Seeking Employers
Enities (government, private, non-profit, for profit) located in a BBEDC CDQ community who are interested in providing an employment opportunity through this program can complete and submit a 2026 Employer Seasonal Employee Request . If approved, BBEDC will reimburse certain associated employment costs of the temporary employee hired. Applications are available throughout the year, approval is based on availability of budgeted funds. For more information, contact Rachel Tilden, rtilden@bbedc.com or Chanice Johnson, chanice@bbedc.com or call 907-842-4370.
Harvey Samuelsen Scholarship Application
Great news for Bristol Bay students! The Harvey Samuelsen Scholarship application is now available. This scholarship supports full‑time students from Bristol Bay CDQ communities who are pursuing degrees at accredited colleges or universities.
📅 Application Deadline: June 5th, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Don’t wait and be sure to submit your completed application and all required documents before the deadline. If you have questions about eligibility or the application process, you can contact BBEDC Education, Employment & Training at 1‑907‑842‑4370.
BBEDC Tax Preparation Program 2026
It's that time of year again! BBEDC can assist with funding to pay for the completion of your 2025 federal income tax return up to $150 by an approved BBEDC Tax Preparer. Residents of the 17 BBEDC CDQ communities are encouraged to apply. All applications submitted must also include a current BBEDC Affidavit of Residency and a BBEDC Relationship Disclosure Form. Application period closes April 30, 2026. For more information call 907-842-4370.
Approved Tax Preparer Contact Info Tax Tips BBEDC 2026 Tax Preparation Application
BBEDC 2026 Affidavit of Residency BBEDC 2026 Relationship Disclosure Form
Looking for Local Photos
BBEDC is always looking for photos for possible use in our annual reports and other publications. We would love to see your fishing, subsistence and community photos! Photos must be sent in their original image size (please do not shrink) and can be emailed to admin@bbedc.com. For more information contact Chris Napoli at 907-842-4370.
Books for Sale- The Canneries, Cabins and Caches of Bristol Bay, Alaska
Looking for a gift to give from the Bristol Bay Region? John Branson's book is a great choice. Filled with pictures and history of the Bristol Bay fisher, it is sure to please. For more information or to purchase your copy, contact BBEDC at 1-907-842-4370 or admin@bbedc.com. Resale quantity discount available. All proceeds from the sale of the book go to the Harvey Samuelsen Scholarship Trust.