Wyoming Foundation

Connecting people, ideas and resources to improve lives in Wyoming County.

A Force for Good in Wyoming County

The Wyoming Foundation was established in 1976 and is a division of the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo. Guided by a group of dedicated local residents, the Wyoming Foundation is committed to bringing people together, connecting partners and sparking collaboration to respond to our community’s changing needs. The Wyoming Foundation actively supports a wide variety of cultural, educational and human service organizations in Wyoming County.

24 Funds

Designed to Benefit the Wyoming Area
$5.6 Million

In Total Assets
$2.3+ Million

Awarded in Grants and Scholarships Since 2014

Client Spotlight

When Sam Gullo bought a shopping plaza in Geneseo, he had no idea that the sale of it would ultimately help him to establish a fund at the Wyoming Foundation and make a positive impact in his beloved hometown of Perry.

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Grantee Spotlight

Located in Java, Buffalo Audubon Society’s Beaver Meadow is a tranquil preserve beckoning to all to immerse themselves in nature and to connect with and protect the natural world through bird-focused activities, advocacy and habitat restoration. A 2025 grant from the Wyoming Foundation supported programming that revolves around an immersive nature experience for kids across Wyoming County and beyond.

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Grantee Spotlight

The Wyoming Foundation awarded a grant to Shake on the Lake, a nonprofit that brings high-quality professional theatre productions and innovative arts education programming to Silver Lake and Wyoming County residents.

Grant Opportunities

Each spring, we open applications for the Wyoming Foundation competitive grants. In addition, the Community Foundation offers a variety of other funding opportunities. You can learn more and explore all available grants here.

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Wyoming Foundation Grants

Supports nonprofits that have maximum positive impact on Wyoming County with a preference for those focusing on its priority areas of educational and arts and cultural opportunities for youth and adults.

Wyoming Foundation Council

The Wyoming Foundation is led by a Council of dedicated and knowledgeable local residents who share a love of Wyoming County.

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Wyoming Foundation Council Officers

Jennifer Tyczka

Chair, Cowlesville

Rosie Shader

Vice Chair, Silver Lake

Eric Szucs

Secretary/Treasurer, Attica

Council Members

Nichole Brant

Perry

Scott Gardner

50th Anniversary Chair, Warsaw

Jamie Granger

Castile

Kelly Nickerson

Gainesville

Rebecca Ryan

Warsaw

Renee Sheer

Warsaw

Jacqueline Swaby

Castile

How to Give

The Wyoming Foundation offers two primary pathways for you to join its mission and support the most critical needs in our community. Your support directly helps residents throughout Wyoming County.

Make a gift to the endowment

Your support directly helps residents and organizations throughout Wyoming County.

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Establish a fund

Simplify giving, maximize tax benefits and create a permanent source of community support.

How to Give

News

Wyoming Foundation September 2026 Newsletter

September 29, 2026

What a memorable summer it has been! One of the greatest highlights of the season was the Wyoming Foundation’s 50th anniversary …

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Wyoming Foundation Grantee Spotlight: WNY R-AHEC

August 2, 2026

Envisioning a community supported by high quality, accessible health resources and a diverse, educated and compassionate workforce, Western New York Rural …

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