Garaman Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Garaman Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Jackson, Wyoming. In tax year 2025 it gave $697,455 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $90,000 and the largest $250,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$697,455
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$90,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $269,455 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 | $243,200 | 7 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $269,455 | 4 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $697,455 | 7 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
Garaman Charitable 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 Garaman Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Wyoming.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 6 | $597,455 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of JH | General purpose | $250,000 |
| Soroptimist of Jackson Hole | General purpose | $108,000 |
| Open Space Institute Land Trust | Protect black river basin | $100,000 |
| Community Foundation of JH | General purpose | $90,000 |
| Friends of Pathways | Maintain public pathways | $80,205 |
| Soroptimist of Jackson Hole | General purpose | $37,250 |
| Teton Literacy Center | Public education | $32,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sharene Garaman
- Veronika Chmelarova
- Kate Lucas
Questions people ask
Does Garaman Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Garaman Charitable Foundation give?
$697,455 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $90,000.
Who runs Garaman Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sharene Garaman (President/Ex), Veronika Chmelarova (Treasurer/Cf) and Kate Lucas (Asst Treasur).
What does Garaman Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.