Private foundation · EIN 83-2800532 · Jackson, Wyoming · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Dr Denis R and Diane Kay Robards Lyman Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 13 grants paid, $272K total, median $10K. 31% of grants stayed in Wyoming.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
13
$272K
Median grant
$10K
Stays in WY
31%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$4.0M

Grants paid in 2024

13 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Utah Tech UniversitySt George, UTGeneral charitable support$100K
Brain Chemistry LabsJackson, WYGeneral charitable support$60K
Washington County Teacher's FoundSt George, UTFor fellowships$25K
Loving Angel Service Dogs IncSt George, UTGeneral charitable support$20K
Wide Open the Brody Hills FoundatioJackson, WYGeneral charitable support$20K
Riverside High SchoolBasin, WYStudent scholarships for achievement$16K
Dixie High JetettesSt George, UTGeneral charitable support$10K
Salt Lake Community CollegeSalt Lake City, UTFinancial aid for struggling student$8,000
Bridgerland Technical CollegeLogan, UTFinancial aid for struggling student$8,000
Lone Peak Drill TeamAlpine, UTGeneral charitable support$2,000
Jackson Hole Horse RescueJackson, WYGeneral charitable support$1,000
Assistance League of Southern UtahSt George, UTGeneral charitable support$1,000
Hillsdale CollegeHillsdale, MIGeneral charitable support$1,000

By state: Utah 8 · Wyoming 4 · Michigan 1

About this foundation

Dr Denis R and Diane Kay Robards Lyman Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Jackson, Wyoming, tax-exempt since 2019. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Dr Denis R and Diane Kay Robards Lyman Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Dr Denis R and Diane Kay Robards Lyman Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $272K across 13 grants, a median of $10K.

Where does Dr Denis R and Diane Kay Robards Lyman Foundation give?

Utah (8 grants), Wyoming (4 grants), Michigan (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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