Stellar Staff

Ariel Christopher: Bringing Energy and Heart to Children’s Mental Health When Ariel Christopher first heard about Community Connections, it was through family. Her uncle, a former employee, knew it would…

Adam was born in Cortland, NY, raised a mile from a ski area in Virgil, NY. He moved from that ski area to ski area across the country and ended…

For nearly two decades, Tara Blair has quietly, but powerfully, made a difference in the lives of children and families in Southeast Alaska. This July, her dedication, warmth, and unwavering…

Trampus Conatser grew up in Havre, Montana, a place rich in history that he always enjoyed learning about. His favorite things about Montana are the big blue skies, the smell…

Gene O’Brien was born in Ethiopia, Africa while his parents were stationed there in the military then he moved to Ketchikan when he was just 3 years old. After growing…

Dennis was born and raised in Palapala, Dasmarinas, Cavite, Philippines which is about an hour south of Manila.  In 2011, his parents petitioned for him to come to the United…

Daniel grew up in Fort Worth, Texas and stayed in the area for the first 30 years of his life. He loved the food and how close it was to…

Dev was born in California but spent a majority of her childhood living in Colorado where she graduated high school. Moving to Alaska was a huge change, but she has…

Diane was born in Rhode Island and grew up in New Hampshire and Maine. In 1993 she made the big move to Alaska, fell in love with it here and…

Mariah grew up in Kalispell, Montana, near Glacier national Park and Flathead Lake. Great place to be for someone who loves the mountains and the water! In September 2021, shortly…