Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation - Annual Report - July 2023-June 2024

Oct 3, 2026

Annual report covering July 2023 to June 2024 for the Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation, dedicated to breast cancer fighters, survivors, and those lost. Highlights include donor-supported impact across Wyoming through early detection, patient navigation, and survivor services, plus gratitude toward WBCI grantees. The report summarizes board and staff, funding allocations, and grant mechanisms such as community grants, mini grants, and early detection vouchers, aiming to reduce late-stage diagnoses and improve outcomes through education, access, and prevention.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages15

Reading Time38 min

AccessFree to download

A Message from the Board

Our Mision

Board & Staff

Financial Overview

2024 Revenues

2024 Expenses

Funding the Cause

Community Grants

Mini Grants

Early Detection Vouchers

Education & Awareness

Committed to Early Detection

WYOMING BREAST CANCER INITIATIVE FOUNDATION Annual Report July 2023-June 2024 A MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD This year’s annual report is dedicated to the breast cancer fighters, survivors, and those whose lives were taken too soon. They are the women and men who inspire us in our journey to increase quality and accessible breast cancer early detection, patient navigation, and survivor services in Wyoming. With the incredible generosity of our donors, sponsors, and volunteers, WBCI continues to impact the lives of those affected by breast cancer. The thousands of services highlighted in our annual report would not be possible without the thoughtfulness of individuals and businesses from across the state. To you, WBCI is eternally grateful. Together we are changing how breast cancer affects Wyoming. We would also like to thank each of the outstanding organizations we are fortunate to call WBCI grantees. We are so proud of the phenomenal work that is being provided within our local Wyoming communities. You are truly providing the services WBCI was created to fund. Thank you for the critical role you continue to play in our efforts to decrease late-stage breast cancer diagnosis, serve patients, and support survivors. As we continue on our journey, we are honored that you have chosen to join us as a partner, supporter and friend. Sincerely, The Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation Board of Directors Our Mision TO INCREASE BREAST CANCER AWARENESS AND PREVENTION ACROSS WYOMING . 01 BOARD & STAFF ADVOCATING FOR WYOMING EXECUTIVE BOARD Laurie Heath President Karen Rossetti Vice President Mary Throne Past President Brenda Burnett Secretary Patricia Will Treasurer Dail Bodziony Grants Liaison BOARD MEMBERS Cathy Holman Cara Nett Kari Brown Herbst Lorrell Bellotti Stina Kayser Jeanna Stewart Heather Moro Cassie Murray Suzy MeisnerEsquibel STAFF Stacy Buchholz Executive Director Kelly Willmarth Finance Coordinator Tiffany Smith Grants Coordinator Taylen Bullock Events & Communications Coordinator FINANCIAL OVERVIEW 2024 REVENUES 30% 11% 36% 8% 11% 4% Grants Sponsorships Fundraising Pink Ribbon Runs Peer-to-Peer Fundraising & Misc. Other 2024 EXPENSES 49% Grants and Vouchers 24% Operations 18% Events 9% Office and Administration 03 FUNDING THE CAUSE The Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation (WBCI) provides funding through a competitive grant process to support breast cancer services across Wyoming’s remote areas. Our goal is to increase survival rates and reduce latestage diagnoses by enhancing access to critical care. Community Grants support Wyoming-based organizations providing breast cancer education, screening and diagnostic services, patient navigation, and survivor support. Mini Grants provide up to $2,500 for smaller, grassroots projects that promote awareness, access, and survivorship. Applications are accepted year-round with minimal reporting requirements. Early Detection Vouchers offered in partnership with the Wyoming Cancer Program, these vouchers cover screening mammograms, diagnostic imaging, and biopsies for individuals who don’t qualify for state or federal programs—regardless of age, gender, insurance, or income. $151,912 (+ Amounts to right) $1,058,509 Total Funds Granted in June 2023-July 2024 $124,395 in Community Fund Grants $4,000 in Mini Grants $23,517 in Early Detection Vouchers Total Funds Granted since inception $934,140 in Community Fund Grants $ 11,000 in Mini Grants $ 113,369 in Early Detection Vouchers 300,000 Total: Community Fund Grants, Mini Grants & Early Detection Vouchers Funded-June ‘24 250,000 Community Fund Grants-June’24 200,000 ~~ ~~150,000 100,000 50,000 0 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 04 EDUCATION & AWARENESS Increasing education and awareness is crucial for early detection of breast cancer. By providing valuable information and a

FAQs

What is the mission of the Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation?

To increase breast cancer awareness and prevention across Wyoming.

How does WBCI fund breast cancer services across Wyoming?

WBCI provides competitive grants, including community grants, mini grants, and early detection vouchers to improve access to education and clinical services.

What does the report say about early detection and outcomes?

It emphasizes that when breast cancer is diagnosed early, patients have more treatment options, treatments are often less invasive, and survival rates are higher. Education and access to screening are presented as key drivers of better outcomes.

Oct 3, 2026

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