Lightner Sams Foundation of Wyoming
Accepts applications
Lightner Sams Foundation of Wyoming is a private foundation in Teton Village, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $397,000 in 51 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $53,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$397,000
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$53,000
- Assets$9.0 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $269,500 the year before.
43% 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 | $269,500 | 41 | $8.6 million |
| 2024 | $397,000 | 51 | $9.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Robin Lightner PO Box 429, Teton Village, WY 83025-0429 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (307) 733-9619 |
| What to submit | In writing, including financial information and proof of exemption |
What Lightner Sams Foundation of Wyoming funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 16 | $144,000 |
| Wyoming | 20 | $126,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $37,500 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $30,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $17,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $11,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lander Community Foundation | General charitable support | $53,000 |
| Fayette Alliance Foundation Inc | General charitable support | $25,000 |
| Kentucky Horse Park Foundation | General charitable support | $25,000 |
| Access Fund | General charitable support | $20,000 |
| University of Kentucky Markey Cancer | General charitable support | $20,000 |
| Wake Forest University | General charitable support | $20,000 |
| American Safe Climbing Association | Gerneral charitable support | $15,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens Research | General charitable support | $15,000 |
| Equine Land Conservation Resource | General charitable support | $14,000 |
| Central Kentucky Riding for Hope | General charitable support | $12,000 |
| Camille Players Inc | General charitable support | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hol | General charitable support | $10,000 |
| Jackson Hole Therapeutic Riding Association | General charitable support | $10,000 |
| Brooke USA Inc | General charitable support | $10,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers | General charitable support | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse International Rel | General charitable support | $10,000 |
| Sanders Brown Center on the Aging | General charitable support | $10,000 |
| The Shelter for Abused Women | General charitable support | $8,000 |
| Casa of Lexington Inc | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Friends of Togo Les Amis du Togo Incorporated | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Grand Teton Music Festival | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Greenhouse 17 Inc | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Lexington Humane Society | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| National Museum of Wildlife Art | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| University of Wyoming Foundation | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Hot Springs State | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Leadership Wyoming | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| United States Pony Club | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Masterson Equestrian Trust | General charitable support | $3,000 |
| Naples Therapeutic Riding Center | General charitable support | $3,000 |
| Lemhi County Historical Society and | General charitable support | $3,000 |
| Hot Springs County Search & Rescue | General charitable support | $3,000 |
| Hot City Outdoor Alliance | General charitable support | $2,500 |
| Lander Pet Connection Inc | General charitable support | $2,500 |
| Friends of Hot Springs County Museu | General charitable support | $2,500 |
| Wind River Ultural Centers Foundati | General charitable support | $2,500 |
| Animal Adoption Center | General charitable support | $2,500 |
| Compassion and Choices | General charitable support | $2,500 |
| Friends of South Pass | General charitable support | $2,500 |
| Grand Co School District | General charitable support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robin H Lightner
- Camille L Brunker
- Earl Sams Lightner Jr
- James J Brunker
- Liz Lightner
- Isabel Brunker
Questions people ask
Does Lightner Sams Foundation of Wyoming accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Lightner Sams Foundation of Wyoming give?
$397,000 in tax year 2024, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Lightner Sams Foundation of Wyoming?
Its 2024 filing lists Robin H Lightner (Trustee), Camille L Brunker (Director), Earl Sams Lightner Jr (Director) and James J Brunker (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Lightner Sams Foundation of Wyoming fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, community development and animals.