Jackalope Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jackalope Foundation is a private foundation in Casper, Wyoming. In tax year 2025 it gave $175,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$175,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was down from $200,000 the year before.
16% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $200,000 | 20 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $175,000 | 19 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Jackalope 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 Jackalope Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 8 | $80,000 |
| Wyoming | 5 | $45,000 |
| Oregon | 3 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Imago Dei Middle School | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Nourish Arizona | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Douglas | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Community Food Bank of Southern Az | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Contribution | $10,000 |
| El Rio Foundation | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Gootter-Jensen Foundation | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Jason's Friends Foundation | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Operation Smile | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Our Family Services | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Outside in | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Path Home | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Wyo Sports Ranch | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Central Wyomin | Contribution | $10,000 |
| De la Salle Pox | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Contribution | $5,000 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Wyoming Food for Thought | Contribution | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alyssa Fuchs
- Roger Wesnitzer
- Cindy Glisczinski
Questions people ask
Does Jackalope Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jackalope Foundation give?
$175,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Jackalope Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alyssa Fuchs (Treasurer), Roger Wesnitzer (President) and Cindy Glisczinski (Secretary).
What does Jackalope Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and food and hunger.