Grateful Hearts Foundation
Accepts applications
Grateful Hearts Foundation is a private foundation in Sheridan, Wyoming. In tax year 2025 it gave $57,963 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,028 and the largest $15,449. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$57,963
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,028
- Largest grant$15,449
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $62,650 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $52,661 | 13 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $62,650 | 15 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $57,963 | 16 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Bonnie J Rhinesmith PO Box 7196, Sheridan, WY 82801 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (303) 906-1517 |
| What to submit | No formal application process will be required for solicitation of funds from the foundation. As the foundation intends to offer scholarships to a variety of educational organizations in addition to its other charitable activities, the foundation may at times require an application with detailed information be submitted for review by the managers to determine eligibility criteria are met. |
| Deadlines | Solicitation for funds from the foundation may be made throughout the year. Certain requests may be |
| Restrictions | Generally, there are no restrictions or limitations on funds granted by the foundation. From time to time, the foundation may limit eligibility to receive funds as in the case of the grateful hearts national outdoor leadership school scholarship, which is limited to students in the sheridan county school districts in Wyoming. |
What Grateful Hearts Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 3 | $17,512 |
| Wyoming | 7 | $14,857 |
| California | 2 | $10,511 |
| Florida | 1 | $9,072 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $511 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp Id-Ra-Ha-Je | Camper/counselor scholarship | $15,449 |
| Joni and Friends | Share the hope of the gospel | $10,000 |
| Srom | Technical deep wilderness expedition | $10,000 |
| Cru Lifelines | Helping take gospel to all nations. | $9,072 |
| Climbing for Christ | Taking gospel to mountainous areas | $5,000 |
| Sheridan Foster Parent Exchange | Serves children in crisis | $1,240 |
| Life's Options Pregnancy Center | Pregnancy education | $1,040 |
| Sheridan Senior Center | Service & support for senior citizen | $1,030 |
| Legacy Pregnancy Center | Pregnancy education | $1,025 |
| Individual | $1,023 | |
| Compass Center | Help families foster their bond | $531 |
| Volunteers of America | One time donation | $531 |
| The Whosevers Movement | Preach gospel through youth programs | $511 |
| Turning Point USA | One time donation | $511 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Hurricane helene relief | $500 |
| Sheridan County YMCA | Give your heart to a child campaign | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bonnie J Rhinesmith
- Benedict Davis Rhinesmith
- R Bret Rhinesmith
Questions people ask
Does Grateful Hearts Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Solicitation for funds from the foundation may be made throughout the year. Certain requests may be.
How much does Grateful Hearts Foundation give?
$57,963 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,028.
Who runs Grateful Hearts Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bonnie J Rhinesmith (Pres/Exec Di), Benedict Davis Rhinesmith (Vice Preside) and R Bret Rhinesmith (Sec & Treas).
What does Grateful Hearts Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.