DONLIN GOLD WELCOMES ARCESE TO OVERSEE FEASIBILITY WORK
Riedel said. “They include a combination of youth programs, cultural events, library improvements, community gathering spaces, food security, and emer- gency response activities, focus areas and efforts that strengthen communities.” A key part of the fund’s design is its Community Advisory Committee (CAC), made up of representatives from across the region who provide insight and guid- ance to ensure the fund reflects community needs. “These individuals have invested time working through the structure, purpose, and process of this fund,” Riedel said. “Their leadership ensures the fund remains transparent and community-centered.” With its first grant cycle complete, the Manh Choh Community Fund is positioned for long-term regional impact. “This is only the beginning,” Watungwa said. “The fund will continue to grow over time, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have across the region.” For more information on the Manh Choh Community Fund or upcoming grant cycles, please contact Meadow Riedel, meadow.riedel@kinross.com.
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“If you applied and weren’t selected this time, we truly hope you’ll apply again.” Seven organizations were selected for the first round of MCCF grants, representing a wide range of local initiatives: n Delta Community Library Association – Operational Library Improvement n Delta Lions Club – Project Christmas and the Delta Lions Angel Tree
Donlin Gold has welcomed Frank Arcese as Project Director to lead the compa- ny’s Bankable Feasibility Study (BFS). Frank brings more than 40 years of experience leading large, complex mining and infrastructure projects across the United States and interna- tionally, including Australia, Canada, Mongolia, Argentina, South Africa and Chile. He has held senior leadership roles with Cominco/TECK, Rio Tinto and engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) contractors. Most recently, Frank was WSP Capital Projects Business Leader for North America, responsible for EPCM projects, and before that served as general manager/project director for Rio Tinto on major feasi- bility studies/EPCM projects through- out the world. Frank’s expertise includes oversee- ing major engineering programs, feasibility studies, project execution efforts, while building and mento- ring high-performing project man- agement teams in various stages of development. “I look forward to working in Alaska and building on three decades of project progress as we move into the next stage — completing final engi- neering and feasibility studies that will position us to make a construction decision in the near future,” Arcese said. “Alaska is a unique and remark- able place, and I consider it a privilege to contribute to advancing a project of such significance for the state and region. I am honored to serve in this role and committed to delivering the technical rigor and collaboration required at this critical phase.”
“We are pleased to welcome Frank to the Donlin Gold team as we advance the project toward development. His leadership in delivering complex, multi-billion-dollar mining projects will be critical as Donlin Gold enters this important execution phase,” said Marcelo Kim, Chairman of Donlin Gold LLC. “We look forward to working closely with him as we build the team and capability required to responsibly advance Donlin Gold.”
n Helping Hands Food Bank – Eggs for Distribution
n Tok Chamber of Commerce – Community Gathering Projects n Tok Community Library – Summer Reading Program n Tok Volunteer Fire Department – New Gear and SCBA Devices
n Native Village of Tanacross – Spring Dog Races
“Awarded projects reflect locally identified priorities,”
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THE ALASKA MINER - THE MAGAZINE OF THE ALASKA MINERS ASSOCIATION
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