About the Evanston Area Local Board

Local Leadership. Lasting Impact.

Since 1996, the Evanston Area Local Board has connected generous individuals, families, and businesses with opportunities to strengthen Uinta County. 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 Evanston 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 Uinta County. Grants are awarded twice annually through the Wyoming Community Foundation.

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2025 Highlights

$703K

Grants

Total grants awarded since 1996

$67K

Grants

Total grants awarded in 2025

$7

Million

Current Community Assets

13

Grants

Total number awarded in 2025

Leadership

Meet the Evanston Area Local Board

  • Dan Wheeler, Chair
  • Stephanie Anderson
  • Jen Ellingford
  • Hana Fleming
  • Joseph Ingalls
  • Kiley Ingersoll
  • Dave O’Connell
  • Carrie Pierson
  • Amelia Rutner
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Questions? Contact Charlie Manganiello

For additional information, reach out to Charlie Manganiello, WYCF's Associate Director of Philanthropy.