Grateful Hearts Foundation
Historical FunderSheridan, Wyoming · EIN 26-1566454 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $511 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | BONNIE J RHINESMITH |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 7196, SHERIDAN WY 82801 |
| Phone | 3039061517 |
| Form and materials | 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. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
56% of grants went outside Wyoming.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Id-Ra-Ha-Je | Bailey, CO | Camper/Counselor scholarship | $15,449 |
| Joni and Friends | Agoura Hills, CA | Share the hope of the gospel | $10,000 |
| Srom | Laramie, WY | Technical deep wilderness expedition | $10,000 |
| Cru Lifelines | Orlando, FL | Helping take gospel to all nations. | $9,072 |
| Climbing for Christ | Rochester, NY | Taking gospel to mountainous areas | $5,000 |
| Sheridan Foster Parent Exchange | Sheridan, WY | Serves children in crisis | $1,240 |
| Life's Options Pregnancy Center | Evergreen, CO | Pregnancy education | $1,040 |
| Sheridan Senior Center | Sheridan, WY | Service & support for senior citizen | $1,030 |
| Legacy Pregnancy Center | Sheridan, WY | Pregnancy education | $1,025 |
| Meals on Wheels | Denver, CO | Deliver meals to those in need | $1,023 |
| Compass Center | Sheridan, WY | Help families foster their bond | $531 |
| Volunteers of America | Sheridan, WY | One time donation | $531 |
| The Whosevers Movement | Diamond Bar, CA | Preach gospel through youth programs | $511 |
| Turning Point USA | Phoenix, AZ | One time donation | $511 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | Hurricane helene relief | $500 |
| Sheridan County YMCA | Sheridan, WY | Give your heart to a child campaign | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $57,963 | 16 |
| 2024 | $62,650 | 15 |
| 2023 | $52,661 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621209349101482
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1566454
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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