Foundations that fund organizations in Ranchester, Wyoming
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Ranchester nonprofits
12 private foundations gave $357K to Ranchester organizations in their latest filings; 5 of the 12 that say either way accept applications.
19 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Ranchester around $5,900. 9 of these funders are based in Wyoming; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 12
- Accept applications
- 5
- of 12 that state a policy
- Dollars to Ranchester
- $357K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 19
- Typical median grant
- $5,900
- Based in WY
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Ranchester organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dan & Jeanne Scott Family Foundation | Billings, MT | 5 | $206K | $29K | Preselected only | Operations; Sr. High Robotics; Operational Expense - Matching gift |
| Homer a Scott & Mildred S Scott Foundation | Sheridan, WY | 2 | $73K | $36K | Yes | 2nd of 3 Next Level Parent Liaison Program; 2025 Sustained Support Grant |
| Harry & Thelma Surrena Memorial | Sheridan, WY | 2 | $25K | $13K | Yes | General operations |
| The Joseph J Scott Foundation | Casper, WY | 1 | $15K | $15K | Preselected only | Preschool program |
| Paul R and Anna Lee White Family Charitable | Eagan, MN | 2 | $12K | $5,900 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Joe and Arlene Watt Foundation Inc | Sheridan, WY | 1 | $10K | $10K | Yes | Support operations |
| Joe F and Roberta Napier Foundation | Sheridan, WY | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Charity |
| Wolf Creek Charitable Foundation C/O Baldwin Family Office | West Conshohocken, PA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Unrestricted |
| George Foundation | Sheridan, WY | 1 | $3,500 | $3,500 | Preselected only | Youth support |
| Tongue River Road Foundation Inc | Ranchester, WY | 1 | $1,250 | $1,250 | Preselected only | Elk view fire |
| Wold Foundation | Casper, WY | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Social emotional learning |
| Homer a Jr & Janet Scott Family Foundation | Sheridan, WY | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Operating Funds |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Ranchester, Wyoming?
Dan & Jeanne Scott Family Foundation, Homer a Scott & Mildred S Scott Foundation, Harry & Thelma Surrena Memorial, The Joseph J Scott Foundation, Paul R and Anna Lee White Family Charitable and 7 others reported grants to Ranchester organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Ranchester. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.