Connect Mat-Su was created in direct response to community needs

Connect Mat-Su was established by Mat-Su Health Foundation in response to the community expressing a need for 
essential services.

The Foundation’s Community Health Needs Assessment, a survey of Mat-Su Valley residents’ experiences and challenges, found that despite essential services existing in the valley, people were unable to find the support they were looking for. The Foundation developed and continues to support Connect Mat-Su as a program that serves as a bridge between Mat-Su community members and local service providers.

Working together to care for our neighbors

Connect Mat-Su works alongside community organizations to strengthen access to local services and resources throughout the Mat-Su Valley.

Our team maintains a comprehensive resource network that helps residents connect with housing, food, transportation, healthcare, childcare, and other essential supports. Through partnerships with Help Me Grow and close collaboration with organizations including LINKS/ADRC, United Way Mat-Su, R.O.C.K. Mat-Su, and many other service providers, we help ensure community resource information remains accurate, accessible, and responsive to local needs. 

  • Cynthia Norvell

    Information and Referral Coordinator (907) 373-3622

  • Brian Tiefenbrun

    Interim Director, Connect Mat-Su (907) 373-3626

  • Max Nicholson

    Operations Coordinator (907) 352-4305

  • Tatem Carson

    Administative Assistant (907) 373-3611

  • Trudy Tyrrell

    Community Resource Specialist (907) 373-2628

  • Tyler Bowman

    Projects and Partnerships Coordinator (907) 352-4308

Job Opportunities

Interested in joining us?

See open job opportunities for Connect Mat-Su at Mat-Su Health Foundation here:

View Open Positions