Because
Wyoming is a vast state, the harnessing of local energies for
the common good is the philosophical cornerstone of the Wyoming
Community Foundation. From the beginning in 1989, the Wyoming
Community Foundation has strongly encouraged the development
of affiliates throughout the state. Affiliates are local area
community foundations that advise on a geographically focused
collection of funds. They are components of the WYCF sharing
in our charitable tax-exempt status and developed to increase
the philanthrophic base for the respective locale. Affiliate
boards and advisory committees are made up of community minded
individuals who have the ability to assess community needs,
to implement their own asset development, evaluate area grant
applications, encourage partnerships and initiate activities
to enhance their own geographic area.
Affiliates
may include several types of funds that are directed to the
benefitof their respective geographic area. The local affiliate
board evaluates grant proposals and makes recommendations for
distribution of income from their component funds. Final authority
of these distributions rests solely with the WYCF Board of Directors,
however, it is the policy of this board to approve recommendations
unless it is found that the designated distribution is illegal,
improper or not in accordance with the charitable purposes of
the WYCF.
While
many decisions regarding grantmaking and asset development are
made locally, the WYCF handles administrative functions such
as fund accounting, investment management and reporting.
For
general information on WYCF affiliates
please contact us at (307) 721-8300.
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