The Andrew Allen Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Andrew Allen Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Cheyenne, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 161 grants; the typical grant was $1,200 and the largest $329,546. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.5 million
- Number of grants161
- Typical grant$1,200
- Largest grant$329,546
- Assets$32.5 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
31% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.4 million | 133 | $25.5 million |
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 141 | $30.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 161 | $32.5 million |
How to apply
The Andrew Allen 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 The Andrew Allen Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Wyoming.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 64 | $665,342 |
| Tennessee | 31 | $491,246 |
| New York | 8 | $134,500 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $27,000 |
| District of Columbia | 11 | $26,000 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $25,350 |
| Florida | 6 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $20,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $18,500 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wyoming Foundation | General support | $329,546 |
| Vanderbilt Children's Hospital | General support | $100,000 |
| National Ms Society | General support | $100,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General support | $76,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Laramie County | General support | $56,746 |
| Nashville Symphony | General support | $40,000 |
| Centenial Park Conservation | General support | $40,000 |
| Nashville Public Radio | General support | $35,746 |
| Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum | General support | $35,000 |
| Frist Art Museum | General support | $35,000 |
| Nashville Public Television | General support | $30,000 |
| Cheyenne Animal Shelter | General support | $25,800 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical | General support | $25,000 |
| American Red Cross of Wyoming | General support | $20,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | General support | $20,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| Nature Conservatory of Tennessee | General support | $20,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General support | $20,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General support | $20,000 |
| Scottish Rite Foundation of Wyoming | General support | $19,000 |
| Governor's Early Literacy Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Food Bank Wyoming | General support | $14,500 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson | General support | $13,500 |
| Black Dog Animal Rescue | General support | $11,800 |
| Cheyenne Corps of Salvation Army | General support | $11,200 |
| Wyoming Public Media | General support | $10,000 |
| Step Wyoming | General support | $10,000 |
| Cheyenne Masonic Temple Endowment | General support | $10,000 |
| Safehouse Services | General support | $10,000 |
| Williams College | General support | $10,000 |
| Guide Dogs of America | General support | $10,000 |
| Teton County Library Foundation | General support | $8,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | General support | $7,000 |
| United Way of Laramie Country | General support | $6,200 |
| National Aphasia Association | General support | $6,000 |
| Climb Wyoming | General support | $5,600 |
| Paws of Jackson Hole | General support | $5,000 |
| Teton Youth & Family Services | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas N Long
- Nancy Verbrugge
- Carol Kirshner
Questions people ask
Does The Andrew Allen Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Andrew Allen Charitable Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 161 grants, with a typical grant of $1,200.
Who runs The Andrew Allen Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas N Long (Co-Trustee), Nancy Verbrugge (Co-Trustee) and Carol Kirshner (Co-Trustee).
What does The Andrew Allen Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.