The McMurry Foundation
The McMurry Foundation is a private foundation based in Wilmington, Delaware, that supports nonprofit organizations, primarily in Natrona County, Wyoming. Founded in 1998 by Mick and Susie McMurry, it describes its goal as helping to “Build a Better Wyoming.”
The McMurry Foundation at a glance
In short: The McMurry Foundation gave $18.8M across 112 grants in 2024 (avg $168K), mostly in Wyoming. 19% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $18,836,435
- +142.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 112
- +31.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $168,182
- +84.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $21,959,717
- -34.3% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 19% first-time grantees (14 of 73, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Wyoming (99% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The McMurry Foundation
- How to Apply
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Applicants begin with an eligibility quiz, then submit an online letter of inquiry. If the inquiry is accepted, the Foundation may invite the organization to complete an online application; it may request additional information or supporting materials and may arrange a site visit. Applications are considered at the next scheduled board meeting. The Foundation primarily supports Natrona County nonprofits and requires 501(c)(3) status. It does not fund individuals, organizations whose primary purpose is influencing legislation, or political causes, candidates, organizations, or campaigns. Awarded grantees must submit a report within 12 months of the project start date or one month after the project ends, whichever is sooner.
- Contact
Application contact: Grant Apps To Trudi Holthouse
Mailing address: 441 Landmark Dr, Casper, WY 82609
Phone: (307) 261-9953
Website: https://mcmurryfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from The McMurry Foundation
Who The McMurry Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was WYO Complex ($16.4M across 4 grants). Together the top 10 received $17.8M.
Grant Size Distribution
497 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 426 grants of 497 (86%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation says it primarily supports Natrona County nonprofits. In 2024, 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in Wyoming and 1% to recipients in Idaho; the filing also lists Rhode Island, New York, and Georgia, each at 0% of grant dollars.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 112 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The McMurry Foundation open to new grantees?
19%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 14 of 73 grantees (19%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $10K; repeat grants $317K. How we count
Medians: $6K first-time, $20K repeat.
- 67% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 469% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.9M (2020) to $18.8M (2024). In 2024 it made 112 grants totaling $18.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| WYO Complex Casper, WY | WYO Sports Ranch | $9,011,000 |
| WYO Complex Casper, WY | General & Unrestricted | $7,306,834 |
| Science Zone Casper, WY | Science Zone Infrastructure Project | $250,000 |
| Natrona County 4-H Council Casper, WY | General & Unrestricted | $163,959 |
| JAE Foundation Twin Falls, ID | General & Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Natrona County School District No 1 Casper, WY | Harry Geldien Stadium Scoreboard | $100,000 |
| University of Wyoming Laramie, WY | Day of Giving fund | $100,000 |
| Natrona County School District No 1 Casper, WY | Tiny House Bid (see general explanation) | $85,000 |
| Casper Family Connections Casper, WY | Casper Family Connections | $75,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming Casper, WY | General & Unrestricted | $60,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The Foundation reported that its 2024 distributions included amounts from sources other than current income and resulted in a substantial contraction of assets. It also stated that it has no plans for dissolution.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21,959,717 | $8,071,191 | $19,553,635 | $18,836,435 | 112 | $19,331,248 | $2,256,898 | $1,644,065 |
| 2023 | $33,416,936 | $21,115,402 | $8,285,649 | $7,771,002 | 85 | $8,175,535 | $1,108,337 | $1,562,297 |
| 2022 | $20,587,502 | $1,567,264 | $3,694,504 | $3,251,823 | 94 | $3,579,842 | $1,470,350 | $1,261,820 |
| 2021 | $22,715,341 | $3,200,044 | $3,860,249 | $3,308,751 | 106 | $3,706,432 | $2,402,277 | $1,452,530 |
| 2020 | $23,374,501 | $2,321,595 | $3,356,259 | $2,885,467 | 100 | — | $2,052,170 | $1,334,790 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The McMurry Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.6M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation’s founders established it with a goal of helping “Build a Better Wyoming.” Its website describes support for educational programs, religious activities, arts and humanities, children’s development and advocacy, community and economic development, and programs addressing health and human services needs.
Examples of supported organizations illustrate the range of grantee work. WYO Complex describes its mission as providing a facility for competition, training, and special events while emphasizing youth physical and mental health. Casper Family Connections says it provides children a safe, conflict-free setting for contact with non-custodial parents. Jae Foundation says it works on mental health awareness, suicide prevention, and support for people who have lost loved ones.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the Foundation reported 112 grants totaling $18,836,435. Grant amounts ranged from $150 to $9,011,000, with a median of $10,000. Its largest awards were two grants to WYO Complex in Casper: $9,011,000 for WYO Sports Ranch and $7,306,834 for general and unrestricted purposes. Other notable awards included $250,000 to Science Zone for its infrastructure project, $163,959 to Natrona County 4-H Council, and $150,000 to Jae Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Trudi Holthouse as director and treasurer; Tyler Holthouse as director and vice president; Scott Neu as director and president; and Tayla Trujillo as director and secretary.
The McMurry Foundation is led by Scott Neu, Director & President since 2023 (on filings since 2020); 2 of 4 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Scott Neu
Director & President
Director & Treasurer → Director, Treas* & Co- President, 2022
Director, Treas* & Co- President → Director & President, 2023
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$29K (2020) → $0 (2024)
Trudi Holthouse
Director & Treasurer
Director & Secretary → Director, Sec* & Treasurer, 2022
Director, Sec* & Treasurer → Director & Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$61K (2020) → $146K (2024)
Tayla Trujillo
Director & Secretary
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$41K (2023) → $120K (2024)
Tyler Holthouse
Director & Vice President
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Susan McMurry (2020–2023) — Director & President
- Former: Alaceia McMurry (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: Tayla Davis (2020–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $146K, to Trudi Holthouse (Dir, Treas). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The McMurry Foundation
How much does The McMurry Foundation give each year?
The McMurry Foundation gave $18.8M across 112 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $7.8M across 85 grants.
What is The McMurry Foundation's typical grant size?
The McMurry Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $168,182, across 112 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The McMurry Foundation that year got $10K on average.
Where does The McMurry Foundation give grants?
The McMurry Foundation gives mostly in Wyoming: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Casper, WY (80 grants), Laramie, WY (12 grants), Cheyenne, WY (7 grants) and Twin Falls, ID (2 grants).
Does The McMurry Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 20% of The McMurry Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (22 of 112) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The McMurry Foundation's largest grantees?
The McMurry Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include WYO Complex ($16,407,134 across 4 grants), Science Zone ($258,000 across 3 grants) and University of Wyoming ($230,500 across 8 grants), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 90% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The McMurry Foundation?
The McMurry Foundation reported $22.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $19.3M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.6M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The McMurry Foundation fund?
The Foundation’s founders established it with a goal of helping “Build a Better Wyoming.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The McMurry Foundation?
Applicants begin with an eligibility quiz, then submit an online letter of inquiry. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The McMurry Foundation's EIN?
The McMurry Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-0323982. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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