2024-05-02T13:39:49-07:00 2023-12-31 990EZ 2023-01-01 922986645 KETCHIKAN PIONEER WAY ASSOCIATION KETC 9072255451 PO Box 5026 Ketchikan AK 99901 Michele Zerbetz Scott treasurer 9072255451 2024-05-02 Michele Zerbetz Scott 999009999 1 0 11 0 AAL2 2023 2023-04-26 12:10:37Z X X ketchikanpioneersofalaska.org X X 64205 X 58070 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6135 0 6135 0 0 0 0 64205 0 0 0 0 0 0 37545 37545 26660 0 0 26660 0 26660 0 0 0 0 0 26660 0 0 0 26660 The purpose of the Ketchikan Pioneer Way Association is to collect, preserve and share the history of Alaska, promote the social well being of Alaskans locally and ensure the continuation of historic properties in the community of Ketchikan. Collect and preserve and share the history of Alaska- During 2023, the volunteers of Ketchikan Pioneer Way Association in cooperation with the two supported organizations (Pioneers of Alaska, Women's Igloo #7 and Pioneers of Alaska, Men's Igloo #16), completed the research and wrote a series of articles for publication during Women's History Month. The articles showcased the lives and community service of women members of Pioneers of Alaska. Activity completed with volunteer time. 0 0 Promote the social well being of Alaskans in Ketchikan- The Association held several events that showcased Ketchikan Pioneers that included a birthday party celebration for 90 year old Ketchikan Pioneer Frank Klepser. Over 100 residents attended, visited with Frank sharing memories of early days in Ketchikan. Another event featured a viewing opportunity of early Ketchikan pictures was attended by over 60 residents providing another chance at reminiscences and interact with community members. Activity completed with volunteers. 0 0 Ensure continuation of historic properties- Pioneer Hall Restoration Project. The oldest building in town is a community icon, used by community members and Pioneer members alike. During the year, the identified asbestos was removed from the crawlspace in the building. This work was necessary before any other work could be completed in the restoration process due to the hazardous nature of the asbestos. An extensive community outreach program was launched to increase community awareness and sensitivity to the project. An Open House was held that unveiled the proposed new look for the building, including a floor plan design. At the Open House, almost 100 signatures were collected in support of the project that will be used in future fund-raising efforts. A presentation at the Ketchikan Museum featured Pioneer Hall it's history and the plans for the restoration. Further informational gatherings were held with a booth at the annual community gathering of The Blueberry Festival. Activities completed with $37,545.00 expended for the asbestos removal contractor and with volunteer time. 0 37545 37545 Thelma Kay Andrew President 1 0 0 0 Hilary Koch Vice President 10 0 0 0 James Rhodes Secretary 1 0 0 0 Michael Cruise Historian 1 0 0 0 Michele Zerbetz Scott Treasurer 20 0 0 0 Randolph Scott Director 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Michele Zerbetz Scott 10773 N Tongass Highway Ketchikan AK 99901 9072255451 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X X 2 Pioneers of Alaska Womens Igloo 7 926002711 10 1 0 0 Pioneers of Alaska Subordinate Igloo 16 237401553 10 1 0 0 2 0 0 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 Schedule A, Part IV, Section A, Line 3b The Ketchikan Pioneer Way Association maintains a file that has copies of the two supported organizations' IRS Letters of Determination. Also on file are copies of the 2023 990N forms filed by both supported organizations. Schedule A, Part IV, Section A, Line 3c The Ketchikan Pioneer Way Association maintains a separate bank account for all funds accumulated for the stated charitable giving purposes of the organization on behalf of the supported organizations. RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 During the year, the identified asbestos was removed from the crawlspace in the building. This work was necessary before any other work could be completed in the restoration process due to the hazardous nature of the asbestos. An extensive community outreach program was launched to increase community awareness and sensitivity to the project. Activities completed with $37,545.00 expended for the certified asbestos removal contractor and with volunteer time.