Eyas Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eyas Foundation is a private foundation in Sheridan, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $85,666 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$85,666
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $72,891 the year before.
47% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $72,891 | 18 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $85,666 | 15 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Eyas Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Eyas Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Wyoming.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 6 | $26,566 |
| Idaho | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Archives of Falconry | Collect, preserve & interpret global falconry history, art, literature and material culture | $25,000 |
| Big Horn Baseball Club | Youth baseball | $10,000 |
| Delta Waterfowl Foundation | Duck conservation | $10,000 |
| Mule Deer Foundation | Ensure the conservation of mule deer, black-tailed deer & their habitat | $10,000 |
| Cowboy Joe Club | Providing the university of wyoming student-athlete with the opportunity to succeed in the classroom, competition and life | $5,000 |
| Earthspan | Peregrine research | $5,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Promotion of transparency, accountability and integrity in government, politics & law | $5,000 |
| Wyoming Agriculture in the Classroom | To develop students' understanding of wyoming's vast resources in order that they become informed citizens, capable of serving as stewards for wyoming's future | $5,000 |
| Wyoming Natural Resource Foundation | Conservation of wyoming's natural resources, heritage, & culture | $4,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Honor the sacrifice of firefighter stephen siller as well as military & first responders who continue to make the supreme sacrifice of life & limb for our country | $2,500 |
| Sheridan High School Booster Club | Track - pole vault equipment | $1,566 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Advance cures & means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseased through research & treatment | $1,000 |
| American Brittany Rescue Inc | Rescue of brittany dogs | $500 |
| Sheridan Dog & Cat Shelter | Safe haven for stray & surrendered pets until they can be adopted, rehabilitated or returned to their owner | $500 |
| National World War II Museum | Preservation & honor the history of world war ii | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Pab Widener Jr
- Ronald W Prestfeldt
- Lucy N Widener
- Samuel L Widener
- Benjamin B Widener
- Peter R Widener
Questions people ask
Does Eyas Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eyas Foundation give?
$85,666 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Eyas Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Pab Widener Jr (Trustee), Ronald W Prestfeldt (Member), Lucy N Widener (Member) and Samuel L Widener (Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Eyas Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.