Last month, more than 700 Alaska employees across our network came together to make flying matter during our companywide week of giving back to the communities we serve, called the Week of LIFT.

During the week, our people volunteered at over 20 events in nine cities across the United States, doing all sorts of good for more than 1,600 hours and raised over $145,000. Some, volunteered at local food banks, taught classes and participated in outdoor cleanups through organizations like KUPU in Honolulu, New York Cares in New York City, Covenant House in Anchorage, Reading Partners in the Bay Area and Mary’s Place in Seattle.

Here’s a breakdown of our week of giving:

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