Bowhunters of Wyoming Inc
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What it says it does
This corporation is organized NOT FOR PROFIT and is a corporation organized for the purpose of being an organization whose membership consists only of persons who are considered BOWHUNTERS. A. That by reason of choice, bowhunting is their primary archery interest - the taking of wild game by bow and arrow of suitable weights in a humane and sportsmanlike manner. B. To share with others their experience, knowledge and shooting skills. C. To be a conscientious bowhunter, promoting bowhunting by working to elevate its standards and the standards of those who practice the art of bowhunting. D. To provide training for others in safety, shooting skills and hunting techniques. E. To practice the wise use of our natural resources, the conservation of our wild game and the preservation of the natural habitat thereof. F. To protect, preserve and improve bowhunting opportunities in Wyoming.
- Income
- $131,120
- Spending
- $101,533
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (4)
- $50,241 spent. SCHEDULE O - STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENT # 1 Description for Part 1, Line 10 We funded the following grants to the following groups as listed below: WYOMING GAME AND FISH DEPARTMENT: Statewide seeding program $10,000, Alpine Wetlands $7,500, Shed Antler Enforcement Supplies $1,100, Law Enforcement Supplies $971, Access Yes $400; BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT: Water Guzzler Project $18,950; WYOMING WILDLIFE FEDERATION: Wildlife Habitat Enhancement $1,000, Camo at the Capitol $1,000; PAINTROCK HUNTER MENTOR PROGRAM in Worland: Archery equipment & supplies $750; SWEETWATER COUNTY 4-H SHOOTING SPORTS PROGRAM $500; UNITED STATE FOREST SERVICE: Trailer for Beaver Relocation $5,000; AMERICAN BEAR FOUNDATION: $560; WYOMING OUTDOOR WEEKEND in Lander: $500; HIGH UINTA GOLD LEAF 4-H in Mountain View: archery targets $2,460
- $39,523 spent. SCHEDULE O - STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENT # 2 Description for partial amount of Part 1, Line 16 - Bowhunters of Wyoming Inc in 2025 held their annual Convention for 226 participants at the Red Lion in Cheyenne, Wyoming where we had informative presentations from experts in bowhunting and conservation, outdoor equipment vendors, games, contests, raffles, a buffet dinner, awards and a membership meeting. During the year, we manned the archery booth at the Wyoming Outdoor Weekend in Lander and had booths at the Muley Days in Rock Springs and the Sheridan County Sportsmen's Association on the Bighorn Mountains.
- $11,769 spent. SCHEDULE O - STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENT # 3 Description for Part 1, Line 15 - We print and mail a quarterly newsletter to all members to keep them informed on bowhunting issues in Wyoming and to provide information on bowhunting, success photos and upcoming events along with Game & Fish Department issues regarding bowhunting seasons and regulations. We also use our CRM program to email members of items of interest between newsletters.
- Line 31 - no other program services
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(7) social or recreational club.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Caution.
The IRS master file records contributions to this 501(c)(7) social or recreational club as not deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since December 1975.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.
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