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Est.

1973

Fiscal Year Start

Nov 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Wyoming Humanities Council is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on supporting nonprofit initiatives within Wyoming, having awarded a total of $259K in grants to 93 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the council can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Inviting Wyoming to explore the ideas and stories that shape us.
Total Funding Given
$259K
2024
Grantees funded
93
Multi-year grantees
28%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
29
Median 1st year grant
$9K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
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Shawn Reese
Board Member
S
Scott Henkel
Board Member
M
Milward Simpson
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Wyoming Humanities Council?
No. Wyoming Humanities Council does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Wyoming Humanities Council give?
Wyoming Humanities Council primarily gives to organizations located in Wyoming, New York, and Pennsylvania. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Wyoming Humanities Council’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Wyoming Humanities Council fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $9,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Wyoming Humanities Council make each year?
In 2024, Wyoming Humanities Council awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $259 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Wyoming Humanities Council fund recently?
In 2024, Wyoming Humanities Council awarded grants to about 90 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING, WYOMING PBS FOUNDATION, and CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS OLD WEST MUSEUM. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Wyoming Humanities Council?
Wyoming Humanities Council does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.