Museum of the American West
Museum development and operation to preserve and protect the cultural and natural history of wind river, sweetwater and south pass areas with historical exhibits and a variety of programs.
Museum of the American West at a glance
In short: Museum of the American West gave $848K across 1 grant in 2022 (avg $848K), mostly in Wyoming. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $847,881
- Grants made (2022)
- 1
- Average grant
- $847,881
- Median grant
- $847,881
- Total assets
- $32,623
- -97.3% vs 2021
- Primary geography
- Wyoming (100% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2022; updated September 2026.
Who Museum of the American West funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was Wind River Cultural Centers Foundation ($848K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $500K–1M range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2022 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2022 it made 1 grant totaling $848K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wind River Cultural Centers Foundation Lander, WY | To allow the recipient organization to continue the mission of the granting organization | $847,881 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $32,623 | $55,009 | $1,240,007 | $847,881 | 1 | $6,666 |
| 2021 | $1,230,077 | $92,768 | $92,806 | — | — | $8,033 |
| 2020 | $1,230,942 | $89,151 | $94,272 | — | — | $5,356 |
About Museum of the American West
Based on IRS filings
Museum of the American West is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Lander, WY. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2022. As of 2022, the organization holds $33K in total assets. In 2022, it awarded 1 grant totaling $848K. Net investment income was $7K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Museum of the American West is led by Jim Corbett, Executive Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 14 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Jim Corbett
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kendall Hayford
President
Director & President Director → President, 2021
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jack States
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jerry Carr
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jim Stewart
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Boulette
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Watkins
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lisa McCauley
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Maggie Appleby
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Patty Trautman
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Zedora Enos
Director & Tribal Representative
Director Tribal Representative → Director & Tribal Representative, 2021
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bonnie Willhelm
Secretary
Secretary Director → Secretary, 2021
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gene Thompson
Vice President
Vice President Director → Vice President, 2021
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kathy Pappas
Treasurer
Treasurer Director → Treasurer, 2021
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Museum of the American West
How much does Museum of the American West give each year?
Museum of the American West gave $848K across 1 grant in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990.
How large is Museum of the American West?
Museum of the American West reported $33K in total assets on its 2022 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $55K.
What is Museum of the American West?
Museum of the American West is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Lander, WY. It holds $33K in total assets as of 2022.
Where does Museum of the American West operate?
Museum of the American West has awarded grants in Wyoming.
What is Museum of the American West's EIN?
Museum of the American West's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-0327259. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 4, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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