Wheeler Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyCasper, Wyoming · EIN 83-0331386 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$282K
Organizations funded35
Typical grant$7,000
Total assets$6.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,500 and $12,000.
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
54% of grants went outside Wyoming.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Lifeline | Shoreline, WA | General fund | $16,000 |
| Utah Food Bank | Salt Lake City, UT | General fund | $16,000 |
| Wyoming Food Bank of the Rockies | Mills, WY | General fund | $16,000 |
| Central Wyoming Rescue Mission | Casper, WY | General fund | $14,000 |
| Central Wyoming Hospice and Transitions | Casper, WY | General fund | $13,000 |
| Natrona County Meals on Wheels | Casper, WY | General fund | $13,000 |
| Salt Lake Donated Dental Services | Salt Lake City, UT | General fund | $13,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Heart of Wyo | Casper, WY | General fund | $12,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Sw Utah | St George, UT | General fund | $12,000 |
| Neighborcare Health | Seattle, WA | General fund | $12,000 |
| Climb Wyoming | Casper, WY | General fund | $11,000 |
| Crossroads Urban Center | Salt Lake City, UT | General fund | $11,000 |
| People Helping People | Salt Lake City, UT | General fund | $11,000 |
| Seton House | Casper, WY | General fund | $11,000 |
| New Beginnings | Seattle, WA | General fund | $10,000 |
| Sound Generations Meals on Wheels | Seattle, WA | General fund | $10,000 |
| Casa of Natrona County | Casper, WY | General fund | $8,500 |
| Childhaven | Seattle, WA | General fund | $7,000 |
| English Skills Learning Center | Salt Lake City, UT | General fund | $7,000 |
| Self Help Center | Casper, WY | General fund | $6,000 |
| Youth Crisis Center | Casper, WY | General fund | $6,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | Salt Lake City, UT | General fund | $5,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | Seattle, WA | General fund | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics of Wyoming | Casper, WY | General fund | $5,000 |
| Youthcare | Seattle, WA | General fund | $5,000 |
| Farestart | Seattle, WA | General fund | $4,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Ut | Salt Lake City, UT | General fund | $3,500 |
| Assistance League of Las Vegas | Las Vegas, NV | General fund | $3,000 |
| Chaps | Sheridan, WY | General fund | $3,000 |
| Safe Nest | Las Vegas, NV | General fund | $3,000 |
| Camp Hope Inc | Casper, WY | General fund | $2,500 |
| Gtnp Fund - Youth Conservation Program | Moose, WY | General fund | $2,500 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace | Casper, WY | General fund | $2,500 |
| Artcore | Casper, WY | General fund | $1,500 |
| Alzheimers Association | Chicago, IL | General fund | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $282,000 | 35 |
| 2024 | $257,000 | 33 |
| 2023 | $231,500 | 31 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601539349101000
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-0331386
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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