About the Casper Area Local Board

Local Leadership. Lasting Impact.

Since 1989, the Casper Area Local Board has connected generous individuals, families, and businesses with opportunities to strengthen Natrona and Converse Counties. As an affiliate of the Wyoming Community Foundation, the board helps steward charitable resources, support local nonprofits, and invest in projects that improve quality of life throughout the region. By combining local knowledge with statewide expertise, the board helps create meaningful and lasting community impact.

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Grantmaking

Investing in Solutions That Strengthen Our Communities

The Casper Area Local Board supports nonprofit organizations working to address community needs, create long-term solutions, and build stronger futures for local residents. Through competitive grantmaking, the board invests in programs that demonstrate collaboration, maximize community resources, and create measurable impact across Natrona and Converse Counties. Grants are awarded twice annually through the Wyoming Community Foundation.

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2025 Highlights

$9.4

Million

Total grants awarded since 1989

$712K

Grants

Grants awarded in 2025

$60

Million

Current community assets

90

Grants

Total number awarded in 2025

Leadership

Meet the Casper Area Local Board

  • Roman Gazda, Chair
  • Christian Jorgensen, Vice Chair
  • Katrina Beckman
  • Cyndi Brainard
  • Kellie Clausen
  • Jill Johnson
  • Joni Kumor
  • Trevor Mahlum
  • Susan Stubson
  • Lesha Thorvaldson
  • Kaycee Witta
  • Diane Harrop, Ex-Officio
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Questions? Contact Rachel Bailey

For additional information, reach out to Rachel Bailey, WYCF's Director of Philanthropy.