Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation
The Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative (WBCI) is a public charity based in Cheyenne, Wyoming, that funds breast cancer services and programs across Wyoming. It focuses on education and awareness, screening and diagnostic services, patient navigation, and survivor support, with proceeds raised in Wyoming staying in the state.
Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation at a glance
In short: Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation gave $203K across 13 grants in 2024 (avg $16K), mostly in Wyoming. 15% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $203,094
- +15.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 13
- +8.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $15,623
- +6.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $15,000
- Total assets
- $730,579
- +8.2% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 15% first-time grantees (2 of 13, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Wyoming (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation
- How to Apply
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Organizations may apply for Mini Grants at any time. Community Grant applications follow the annual cycle described above. The website lists an application process for both programs.
- Review Cycle
- The listed 2026 Community Grant deadline was March 31, 2026, and has passed. Mini Grant applications are accepted year-round.
- Deadline
- The listed 2026 Community Grant deadline was March 31, 2026, and has passed.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 2541, Cheyenne, WY 82003
Phone: (307) 840-9224
Website: https://wyomingbreastcancer.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation
Who Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Wyoming Cancer Programs Wyoming Department of Health ($30K). Together the top 10 received $181K.
Grant Size Distribution
52 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 52 grants of 52 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
WBCI states that its community and mini grants are for Wyoming-based programs, and that funds raised in Wyoming stay in Wyoming. All 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Wyoming.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation open to new grantees?
15%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 2 of 13 grantees (15%) were first-time recipients. With only 13 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $16K; repeat grants $16K. How we count
Medians: $16K first-time, $15K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 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 $60K (2020) to $203K (2024). In 2024 it made 13 grants totaling $203K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming Cancer Programs Wyoming Department of Health Cheyenne, WY | Vouchers | $30,000 |
| Horse Warriors Jackson, WY | EVENT | $26,450 |
| Wyoming Foundation for Cancer Care Casper, WY | Travel for Patients | $22,000 |
| St John's Health Jackson, WY | Cancer Survivorship | $19,300 |
| Johnson County Healthcare Center Buffalo, WY | Clinical Breast Exam | $18,392 |
| Gillette Reproductive Health Gillette, WY | Clinical Breast Exam | $16,000 |
| Ivinson Memorial Hospital Laramie, WY | Nurse Navigation | $15,000 |
| Memorial Hospital Sweetwater Cnty Rock Springs, WY | Program Assistance | $12,150 |
| Cheyenne Regional Medical Center Foundation Cheyenne, WY | Vouchers | $12,000 |
| Northwest Wyoming Family Planning Cody, WY | Breast Cancer Awaren | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $730,579 | $420,413 | $365,201 | $203,094 | 13 | $15,208 |
| 2023 | $675,395 | $432,506 | $353,866 | $175,756 | 12 | $11,440 |
| 2022 | $596,513 | $408,551 | $220,986 | $107,019 | 8 | $1,036 |
| 2021 | $408,948 | $424,232 | $265,597 | $155,191 | 11 | $102 |
| 2020 | $250,313 | $217,253 | $167,667 | $60,034 | 8 | $35 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
WBCI’s stated mission is to raise awareness and fund breast cancer programs in Wyoming, emphasizing breast health education, financial assistance for screenings, patient navigation, and survivor services.
Its community grants support Wyoming-based organizations providing breast health services, including education and awareness, early detection screening, diagnostic services, patient navigation, and survivor and family support. Examples of funded activities listed by WBCI include screening initiatives, survivorship classes, restorative yoga, equine therapy, gas cards, lodging, and breast boutiques.
The 2024 grantees include organizations with varied missions. For example, the Wyoming Foundation for Cancer Care says it provides non-medical financial assistance to Wyoming residents with cancer and free education and screening opportunities to residents without a diagnosis. Gillette Reproductive Health describes its mission as providing access to confidential, high-quality, affordable health care in Campbell County. Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation says it supports healthcare, patient care, and program improvements for the Sheridan community.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, WBCI gave $203,094 through 13 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $5,802 to $30,000, with a median grant of $15,000.
Notable 2024 grants included $30,000 to Wyoming Cancer Programs for vouchers; $26,450 to Horse Warriors for an event; $22,000 to the Wyoming Foundation for Cancer Care for patient travel; $19,300 to St John’s Health for cancer survivorship; and $18,392 to Johnson County Healthcare Center for clinical breast exams.
WBCI’s Community Grants are competitive grants for eligible Wyoming-based programs. The website lists an annual cycle: applications open February 1 and close March 31, approvals are made in late May to early June, and funds are released in July. The listed March 31, 2026 deadline is past. Eligible activities must meet at least one of WBCI’s goals: breast cancer education and awareness, early detection screening, patient navigation, or support for survivors and families.
WBCI’s Mini Grants are for organizations seeking up to $2,500 for Wyoming-based breast cancer projects. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed monthly; funding may be exhausted by year-end. Priority goes to project- or program-based requests aligned with WBCI’s mission. General operating expenses, ongoing maintenance, and recurring expenses are not typically funded. Reporting includes a brief project summary and relevant photos or video.
WBCI also describes a patient navigation and breast screening program offered with the Wyoming Cancer Program. It uses a combined application to screen individuals for state-funded services, with WBCI funds available when an applicant seeking breast health services is ineligible for those services. This is assistance for individuals, rather than a grant program for outside organizations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Laurie Heath as president, Mary Throne as past president, Karen Rossetti as vice president, Brenda Burnett as secretary, Patricia Will as treasurer, Dail Bodziony as grants liaison, Kelly Morgan as prior executive director, and Cathy Holman, Cara Nett, and Kari Brown-Herbst as board members.
WBCI’s website separately lists Stina Kayser as president, Cassie Murray as vice president, Karen Rossetti as former president, Brenda Burnett as grants liaison, Dail Bodziony as treasurer, Heather Moro as secretary, Stacy Buchholz as executive director, and Ava Olson as operations and program coordinator.
Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation is led by Laurie Heath, President since 2024 (on filings since 2020); 1 of 18 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Laurie Heath
President
Board Member → Vice President, 2022
Vice President → President, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kelly Morgan
Prior Executive D
Executive Di → Prior Executive D, 2024
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$23K (2022) → $38K (2024)
Cara Nett
Board Member
President → Past President, 2022
Past President → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Martie Curl
Prior Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2021
Secretary → Prior Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mary Throne
Past President
Vice President → President, 2022
President → Past President, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cathy Holman
Board Member
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kelly Miner
Prior Board
Board Member → Prior Board, 2024
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Karen Rossetti
Vice President
Board Member → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kari Brown-Herbst
Board Member
Grants Liaso → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Patricia Will
Treasurer
Board Member → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brenda Burnett
Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dail Bodziony
Grants Liaso
Board Member → Grants Liaso, 2024
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jeanna Stewart
Prior Board
Board Member → Prior Board, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stina Kayser
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cassie Murray
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Heather Moro
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lorrell Bellotti
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Suzy Meisner-Esquibel
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (13)
- Former: Kelly Willmarth (2020–2023) — Prior Board
- Former: Kristi Weidenbach (2020–2023) — Prior Board
- Former: Kristin McLean (2020–2023) — Prior Board
- Former: Lorrell Walter (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Allen Harrolle (2023) — Prior Board
- Former: Bobbi Barrasso (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Heather Schutz (2020–2022) — Past Board M
- Former: Jennifer Ostermiller (2020–2022) — Past Board M
- Former: Nancy Knaub (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Lucie Osborn (2020–2021) — Past Secretary
- Former: Pam Myrum (2020–2021) — Past Grants
- Former: Charles Pelkey (2021) — Past Board M
- Former: Barb Redder (2020) — Board Member
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 $38K, to Kelly Morgan (Prior Exec D).
Frequently asked questions about Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation
How much does Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation give each year?
Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation gave $203K across 13 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $176K across 12 grants.
What is Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation's typical grant size?
Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $15,000, and its average grant was $15,623, across 13 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation that year got $16K on average.
Where does Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation give grants?
Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation gives mostly in Wyoming: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Jackson, WY (2 grants), Cheyenne, WY (2 grants), Gillette, WY (2 grants) and Laramie, WY (2 grants).
Does Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 13 grants with a stated purpose on Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation's largest grantees?
Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Wyoming Cancer Programs Wyoming Department of Health ($30,000), Horse Warriors ($26,450) and Wyoming Foundation for Cancer Care ($22,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 39% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation?
Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation reported $731K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $420K.
What does Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation fund?
WBCI’s stated mission is to raise awareness and fund breast cancer programs in Wyoming, emphasizing breast health education, financial assistance for screenings, patient navigation, and survivor services. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation?
Organizations may apply for Mini Grants at any time. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation's EIN?
Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-2544418. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 11, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 10, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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