The Wyoming Intertie Community Investment Program is designed to support communities in Albany, Carbon and Platte County.
Donor Name: Wyoming Community Foundation (WYCF)
State: Wyoming
County: Albany County (WY), Carbon County (WY), Platte County (WY)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 06/15/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Wyoming Intertie Community Investment Program (WICIP) was established at the Wyoming Community Foundation (WYCF) by the developer of Wyoming Intertie, Grid United. Grid United is an independent transmission company that builds high voltage electric transmission lines.
These are the counties where Wyoming Intertie, a transmission line connecting U.S. eastern and western electric grids in Wyoming, will be located. Wyoming Intertie and its developer, Grid United, are dedicated to partnering with these communities and supporting projects that enhance quality of life while strengthening communities in these counties.
Types of Grants
Two types of grants will be offered through this program:
- General operating grants: If you are applying for existing and ongoing programs and your request includes costs for staff time, rent, utilities, etc., please select General Operating. Organizations that do not have 501(c)3 status are not eligible for general operating grants.
- Project specific grants: If you are applying for equipment, building renovations, new program start-up costs, or other project related costs, Non 501(c)3s may be eligible for these grants.
Funding Information
- General operating grants: up to $10,000
- Project specific grants: up to $50,000
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or government entity, such as a local government, Tribal government, or school district. Non 501(c)(3) nonprofits may be eligible. Individuals and for-profits are ineligible; however, individuals and for-profits may apply through a fiscal sponsor that is eligible. Applicants who have applied for previous grant cycles may apply for subsequent grant cycles for different phases of their project. Applicants do not need to be based in Albany, Carbon or Platte County; however, grants must be used for projects benefiting communities in these counties. Only one application is allowed per organization.
WICIP will grant to projects and organizations that:
- Have a broad impact on the quality of life in Albany, Carbon, or Platte County.
- Propose ways to address community issues and problems.
- Leverage other sources of support.
- Encourage others to get involved in addressing community needs.
- Are creative in their approach to solving problems or capturing opportunities.
- Are responsive to changing and emerging needs.
- Support innovative approaches to economic and community development.
For more information, visit WCF.
