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Marathon Oil Pledges $1M To University of Wyoming

Marathon Oil Corp. has announced a $1 million donation to the University of Wyoming for energy related academic and research programs. The state will match the gift with $1 million of its own to bring...

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Spirit Airlines Dodges PR Nightmare By Refunding Dying Man's Airfare

Spirit Airlines has relented and refunded an unhappy customer’s airfare, despite claiming that it would not bow to the media pressure and return the $197. Read More|Comment Continue reading…

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Charity in Hot Water for Failing to Give Donations to Disabled Veterans —...

A national charitable organization set up to help disabled veterans and their families is under scrutiny for allegedly spending millions of donation dollars on marketing and other services rather than...

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Laramie Golf Tournament Supports Hospice

Just as a 1,000 mile journey begins with a single step, an annual tradition must begin with year number one. That is the hope of Hospice of Laramie, that their inaugural ‘Friends FORE Hospice Charity...

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Laramie Food Drives Help Colorado Wildfire Victims

Have you wanted to help those affected by the wildfires in Colorado, but you are unsure how to help? There are two drives in Laramie this weekend to help those in need and the firefighters in the area....

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Walmart Hosting Event for Make-A-Wish Wyoming

Local Walmart stores across Wyoming will participate in a fund raiser for Make-A-Wish Wyoming. Beginning tomorrow, September 22, Walmart stores will team up with Straight Talk Wireless to raise money...

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'One Warm Coat' Offers Warmth During Laramie Winter

Once again, Townsquare Media is asking you to donate any slightly worn coat or jacket to help keep the less fortunate warm for the winter with One Warm Coat. Sizes don't matter, if you have an extra...

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Santa Tree Sends Christmas Gifts to Laramie Kids

Christmas is getting ever closer and as you are out shopping for your loved ones, why not pick up a gift for a deserving kid in the Laramie community? Security First Bank has a pretty nifty way for you...

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Harlem Ambassadors in Gem City for Fun Fundraiser

At this time of year basketball can dominate the headlines for any number of reasons. When it goes to help out a great cause, that's when the highlights really start. The Rotary Club of Laramie is...

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Daniels Fund Awards $891K to Wyoming Groups

The Daniels Fund has awarded nearly $891,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations serving seniors, youth and the homeless in Wyoming. Read More|Comment Continue reading…

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Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg Biggest Giver In 2013

Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, were the most generous American philanthropists in 2013. Read More|Comment Continue reading…

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A Cause Greater Than Support for Basketball Teams

Tonight's high school basketball doubleheader at Laramie High School is about so much more than the games. Both LHS basketball teams are hoping you can join them for a great cause. Read More|Comment...

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Albany County Relay For Life

The annual Relay For Life fundraising event for Albany County is set for June 20-21 at Deti Stadium on the campus of Laramie High School. Read More|Comment Continue reading…

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Texas 4000 Rolls In Town

The longest annual charity bicycle ride in the world, the Texas 4000 team, will be rolling through Laramie on Friday, June 20th, just 21 days after departing from Austin, Texas on to their final...

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Teams for Dreams Announces First Recipient [VIDEO]

The first recipient from a group dedicated to making adult cancer patient's dreams come true was announced on Monday at the University of Wyoming. Read More|Comment Continue reading…

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United Way Campaign Kicks Off September 30

The University of Wyoming’s 2014 United Way campaign will begin Tuesday, Sept. 30, with a campus Campaign Kickoff and Resource Fair from 3-5 p.m. in the Wyoming Union Family Room. Read More|Comment...

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Believing At 7220 Benefits Make-A-Wish

“Believing at 7220,” a letter writing campaign to benefit Make-A-Wish children and families, will take place Friday, Dec. 5, from 4-8 p.m. at the University of Wyoming Chi Omega chapter house, 1630...

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Qdoba Hosts Charity Day for Cathedral Home For Children

You can eat a delicious meal and help a worthy cause at Qdoba Mexican Grill’s charity day on Saturday, May 2. Read More|Comment Continue reading…

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Operation Santa Claus Helps Families in Need

Many kids across Wyoming will have their Christmas wishes answered by perfect strangers, just because they dropped a letter in the mail. Writing letters to Santa is a timeless Christmas tradition, and...

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Help Us Raise Money For Families of Las Vegas Shooting Victims

We are all deeply saddened by the horrific, senseless tragedy in Las Vegas last Sunday. Together with radio stations across America, we’re making a push to collect funds to help victims and their...

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