A trio of nonprofit organizations in Park County recently received grants from the Wyoming Community Foundation.
The largest grant, of $10,000, went to the Powell Senior Center, which saw a drop in income, but an increase in expenses during the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding from the foundation is helping to ensure seniors receive meals in a COVID-safe way.
Youth Clubs of Park County, meanwhile, received $7,500 for its Club Learn, which “provides high-quality, research-based programs for local youth.” The grant will help support programs in Powell and Cody related to science, technology and math, plus enrichment activities in sports and the arts.
Another $5,000 was awarded to Northwest Wyoming Family Planning for general operations. The organization reported seeing an increase in low-income clients as a result of COVID-19. The grant from WYCF will provide cervical cancer screenings and breast exams; sexually transmitted infection checks and treatment; and birth control supplies.
The foundation’s contributions to both the Powell Senior Center and Northwest Wyoming Family Planning were supported in part by the Helena de Fina Community Wellness fund.
“We’re really pleased to have supported three organizations in Park County,” said Daniel Galbreath, the Wyoming Community Foundation’s scholarships and communications coordinator.
The $22,500 in local grants were among $766,265 awarded to nearly 100 organizations across the state. Projects ranged from a STEM summer program for K-6 students to a program aimed at helping single mothers in Gillette during the pandemic.
“It is always gratifying to see the work that Wyoming nonprofits are doing to build stronger communities,” said Wyoming Community Foundation Director of Programs and Communications Micah Richardson. “We are honored to play a role in supporting their efforts.”
The funds that support these projects rely on donations from Wyoming residents, with the foundation investing the money to ensure ongoing returns that support charitable causes over the long term.
The Wyoming Community Foundation’s next grant application deadline is June 15. For more information — including to donate to or set up a fund — visit www.wycf.org.
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