Private foundation · EIN 83-0355691
The John P Ellbogen Foundation
Laramie, WY
The John P Ellbogen Foundation is a private foundation based in Laramie, WY. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2024, it reported $3.17M in grants and contributions paid across 71 grants, with $72.3M in assets (fair market value). It reports that it gives only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Its largest grants went to University of Wyo Foundation, University of Wyo Foundation and Gillette College Foundation.
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Gives only to preselected organizations. On its Form 990-PF, this foundation checked the box saying it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Relationships and invitations usually come first.
As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2024. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wyo Foundation | Laramie, WY | General Support | $335,000 |
| University of Wyo Foundation | Laramie, WY | General Support | $298,400 |
| Gillette College Foundation | Gillette, WY | General Support | $250,000 |
| Leadership Wyoming | Casper, WY | General Support | $250,000 |
| Wyo Hunger Initiative | Cheyenne, WY | General Support | $215,000 |
| Wyo Community Foundation | Laramie, WY | General Support | $140,500 |
| Food Bank of Wyo | Evanston, WY | General Support | $125,000 |
| Laramie Interfaith | Laramie, WY | General Purpose | $100,000 |
| Paso Del Norte Community Foundation | El Paso, TX | General Purpose | $100,000 |
| Wyo Hunger Initiative | Cheyenne, WY | General Support | $85,000 |
| Unaccompanied Student Initiative | Cheyenne, WY | General Support | $80,000 |
| Cathedral Home for Children | Laramie, WY | General Support | $75,000 |
| Climb Wyo | Cheyenne, WY | General Purpose | $75,000 |
| Big Horn County School Dist 2 | Lovell, WY | General Purpose | $70,000 |
| Big Horn County School Distict 1 | Cowley, WY | General Purpose | $70,000 |
| Johnston Co School Distr 1 | Buffalo, WY | General Purpose | $70,000 |
| Teton Literacy Center | Jackson, WY | General Purpose | $65,285 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Wyo | Casper, WY | General Support | $50,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Wyo | Casper, WY | General Support | $50,000 |
| Mercer Family Resources Center | Casper, WY | General Support | $50,000 |
| Wyoming Women's Foundation | Laramie, WY | General Support | $50,000 |
| Wyo Hunger Initiative | Cheyenne, WY | General Support | $46,600 |
| Center for Popular Research | Fort Washakie, WY | General Purpose | $45,000 |
| Compass Center for Families | Sheridan, WY | General Support | $40,000 |
| Worland Community Garden | Worland, WY | Generl Purpose | $37,500 |
The 25 largest of 71 grants listed on the return. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does The John P Ellbogen Foundation accept grant applications?
According to its Form 990-PF for tax year 2024, The John P Ellbogen Foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
How much does The John P Ellbogen Foundation give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $3,172,870 in grants and contributions paid (71 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has The John P Ellbogen Foundation funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to University of Wyo Foundation (WY), $335K, University of Wyo Foundation (WY), $298K, Gillette College Foundation (WY), $250K, Leadership Wyoming (WY), $250K and Wyo Hunger Initiative (WY), $215K.