Private foundation · EIN 87-2658622 · Casper, Wyoming · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Wyoming First 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: 7 grants paid, $92K total, median $10K. 71% of grants stayed in Wyoming.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
7
$92K
Median grant
$10K
Stays in WY
71%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.6M

Grants paid in 2024

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

RecipientPurposeAmount
David Street StationCasper, WYGeneral support$30K
Wyoming State Fair FoundationSheridan, WYGeneral support$25K
Natrona County 4-H FoundationCasper, WYGeneral support$14K
Central Wyoming Senior Services IncCasper, WYGeneral support$10K
Women for Families and FreedomPhoenix, AZGeneral support$5,000
Special Olympics WyomingCasper, WYGeneral support$5,000
Wreaths Across America IncColumbia Falls, MEGeneral support$2,500

By state: Wyoming 5 · Arizona 1 · Maine 1

About this foundation

Wyoming First Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Casper, Wyoming, tax-exempt since 2022. 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 Wyoming First 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 Wyoming First Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $92K across 7 grants, a median of $10K.

Where does Wyoming First Foundation give?

Wyoming (5 grants), Arizona (1 grants), Maine (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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