Wyoming’s biggest single day of charitable giving — WyoGives — takes place Wednesday.
Opinion
An initiative of the Wyoming Nonprofit Network, WyoGives provides a platform for more than 500 Wyoming nonprofits to reach a statewide network of donors and millions of dollars in much-needed support.
Wyoming’s nonprofits are a vital part of the fabric of our state’s communities. They connect people, pets, wildlife, lands and water with the resources they need to thrive together and provide services that thousands of Wyomingites rely on. In turn, WyoGives has become one of the most important funding days of the year for many of them.
Since its first year in 2020, WyoGives has raised more than $20 million for hundreds of nonprofits, growing from half a million dollars in its first year to an impressive $6 million in 2025. Since 2021, the Hughes Charitable Foundation has generously boosted donations with a $1 million gift each year, amplifying the individual support those charities receive.
“WyoGives is a celebration of people coming together to amplify the work of nonprofits across Wyoming, showcasing the incredible impact that happens when we unite in the spirit of giving,” said Jody Shields, executive director of the Wyoming Nonprofit Network.
Our state’s lean public administration asks much of the philanthropic sector. In true Wyoming fashion, its citizens roll up their sleeves and do the work to make our communities livable and help them thrive.
According to the Wyoming Nonprofit Network’s site, participating organizations support causes across all walks of life, from animals and the arts to disability services and disaster relief.
Said one participating organization, “WyoGives is such an incredible endeavor. It gets all participating nonprofits statewide in one place and demonstrates a truly cohesive community that comes together and supports one another.”
Donors can contribute to as many organizations as they like at wyogives.org. All participating organizations and service categories are listed on their categories page.
Editor’s note: WyoFile has participated as a WyoGives recipient and media partner since 2021.
