Wyoming Intertie Community Investment Program

The Wyoming Intertie Community Investment Program (WICIP) was established at the Wyoming Community Foundation by Wyoming Intertie LLC. Donor Name: Wyoming Community Foundation (WYCF) State: Wyoming County: Albany County (WY), Carbon County (WY), Platte County (WY) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/17/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Wyoming Intertie Community Investment Program supports nonprofits and communities in Albany, Carbon, and Platte County, where Wyoming Intertie, a transmission line connecting U.S. eastern and western electric grids, will be located. Wyoming Intertie is dedicated to partnering with these communities; as a result, WICIP funds support innovative projects that enhance quality of life while strengthening communities in Wyoming. WICIP will grant to projects 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. Funding Information Applicants may apply for grants of up to $50,000. Eligibility Criteria  Applicants must be either a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or government entity. Individuals and for-profits are ineligible; however, individuals and for-profits may apply through a fiscal sponsor that is eligible. Eligible projects must have a broad impact on the quality of life for a significant number of people in Albany, Carbon or Platte County. While grants must be used for projects benefiting communities in Albany, Carbon or Platte County, the grantee organization does not need to be based within these areas. Only one application is allowed per organization per grant cycle. Ineligible projects include religious, partisan, or sectarian programs along with one-time events that are not part of longer-term economic and community development goals. For more information, visit WYCF.