The Riggs Foundation
Invitation OnlySheridan, Wyoming · EIN 86-2829605 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$19K
Organizations funded21
Typical grant$250
Total assets$295K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100 and $400.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
14% of grants went outside Wyoming.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheridan Wyo Rodeo Board | Sheridan, WY | Promotion of rodeo & indoor arena | $6,000 |
| Goose Creek Livestock 4-H Club | Sheridan, WY | Support operations | $3,500 |
| Chaps Equine Assisted Services | Sheridan, WY | Support operations | $3,500 |
| The Brinton Museum | Big Horn, WY | Promotion of the arts | $3,000 |
| Whitney Rink in the M&m's Center | Sheridan, WY | Support operations | $500 |
| Memorial Hospital Foundation | Sheridan, WY | Support for local public hospital | $400 |
| Worlds of Music | Buffalo, WY | Complementary medicine retreat | $300 |
| Big Horn Equestrian Center | Big Horn, WY | To promote equine activities | $250 |
| Dog & Cat Shelter Inc | Sheridan, WY | To provide housing for animals | $250 |
| The Hub on Smith | Sheridan, WY | Activity center for senior citizens | $250 |
| Wyo Theater | Sheridan, WY | Support arts in sheridan county | $250 |
| City of Sheridan Public Arts | Sheridan, WY | Promotion of downtown art displays | $100 |
| Genesis Foundation | Sheridan, WY | Total support of the salvation army | $100 |
| Advocacy & Resource Center | Sheridan, WY | Battered family shelter | $100 |
| Sheridan College Foundation | Sheridan, WY | Support operations | $100 |
| Sheridan County Library Foundation | Sheridan, WY | Support operations | $100 |
| Big Horn Development Center | Sheridan, WY | Support operations | $100 |
| Childrens Center | Sheridan, WY | Safe environment for children | $50 |
| St Patrick's Cathedral | New York, NY | Support operations | $50 |
| Turning Point USA | Phoenix, AZ | Support operations | $50 |
| Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, MI | Support operations | $50 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,000 | 21 |
| 2024 | $16,250 | 19 |
| 2023 | $18,004 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 26, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600579349100765
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-2829605
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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