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Wyoming

Solutions and stories in the Equality State.

Story

How Western Sheep Producers Are Using Waste Wool to Save Water March 2025

Sheep ranches across the West are finding both financial and agricultural value in what was previously considered worthless wool.

Solution Building Upgrades Make Community Services Accessible to All Lander Residents

Local Champion:: Trinity Episcopal Church
Date funded:: February 11, 2025
Grant Amount:: $19,661

Solution New Equipment Ensures Safety for Volunteers and Access to Lander’s Winter Trails

Local Champion:: Lander Cycling Club
Date funded:: February 4, 2025
Grant Amount:: $8,186

Solution Food Program Fuels Indoor Track Athletes While Building Parent Support

Local Champion:: Lander locals
Date funded:: January 30, 2025
Grant Amount:: $1,800

Solution Young Leaders Launch Free Etiquette Program for Lander Elementary Students

Local Champion:: Lander locals
Date funded:: January 24, 2025
Grant Amount:: $1,002

Solution New Batteries Keep Life-Saving Equipment Ready in Lander

Local Champion:: City of Lander
Date funded:: January 17, 2025
Grant Amount:: $2,208

Solution Adding a Food Program Enhances a Vital Fremont County Emergency Shelter

Local Champion:: Wind River Family and Community Health Care
Date funded:: January 15, 2025
Grant Amount:: $10,000

Story

A New Initiative Offers Lander Locals Safe Nighttime Rides on Weekends January 2025

Since SafeRide launched, with help from LOR, the county has seen a decrease in both alcohol-connected incidents and traffic fatalities.

Story

Lander Expands a Toy Library to Make Room for Family Connections January 2025

This essential Lander gathering spot was running out of space for families to mingle, so it turned to LOR with a simple solution.

Solution New Kitchen Equipment Revitalizes Lander VFW Community Space

Local Champion:: Lander local
Date funded:: January 10, 2025

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