Pamela and Wayne Garrison Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pamela and Wayne Garrison Family Foundation is a private foundation in Big Horn, Wyoming. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.2 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$60.7 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
22% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.9 million | 8 | $46.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 10 | $54.4 million |
| 2025 | $2.2 million | 9 | $60.7 million |
How to apply
Pamela and Wayne Garrison Family 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 Pamela and Wayne Garrison Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 1 | $1.1 million |
| Florida | 5 | $630,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $375,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Bridges Museum | Provide funds to advance mission | $1.1 million |
| Palm Beach Day Academy | Provide funds to advance mission | $545,000 |
| Big Horn Baseball Club | Provide funds to advance mission | $375,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of PBC | Provide funds to advance mission | $25,000 |
| Palm Beach Police & Fire Foundation | Provide funds to advance mission | $25,000 |
| Bascom Palmer Eye Institute | Provide funds to advance mission | $25,000 |
| Kids Dreams | Provide funds to advance mission | $10,000 |
| Suffield Academy | Provide funds to advance mission | $10,000 |
| American Heart Association | Provide funds to advance mission | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wayne Garrison
- Pamela Garrison
- Alexandra Garrison
Questions people ask
Does Pamela and Wayne Garrison Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pamela and Wayne Garrison Family Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Pamela and Wayne Garrison Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wayne Garrison (President/Director), Pamela Garrison (Vice-President/Director) and Alexandra Garrison (Secretary/Treasurer/Director).
What does Pamela and Wayne Garrison Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.