[6] APF was started in 2009 and received Internal Revenue Service 501(c)(3) nonprofit status.

[8] APF conducts and publishes research on education, taxes, health care, welfare, regulations, and state budget in Alaska.

[6][9] The group is active in education policy and is a proponent for increased school choice.

[6] The organization compiles and publishes the Performance Evaluation for Alaska's Schools (PEAKS) Assessment results.

[11] According to the organization's website, Alaska Policy Forum does not accept government funding or grants, but instead relies on donations from individuals and businesses.