To our clients, partners, funders, and fellow changemakers,​
 

The Wyoming Women’s Business Center has supported thousands of underserved entrepreneurs over the past 25 years—from first-time entrepreneurs to artists, to small business owners in the most rural corners of our state. That work is not ending.

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In fact, last year alone, WWBC served 1,138 active Wyoming businesses, provided 2,175 hours of personalized counseling, and welcomed 654 new clients. Through our downtown Laramie gallery, Works of Wyoming, we represent 85 Wyoming artists across 11 communities, generating over $100,000 in artist income and shipping dozens of pieces nationwide.

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We have infused the Wyoming small business economy with more than $3.7 million in lending since our founding. This isn’t just a track record—it’s a reflection of the real people and possibilities we’ve invested in.

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While we are going through a period of significant internal restructuring, we are not closing. We are paving the way to grow something stronger—an organization built not just to survive, but to thrive for the next 25 years.

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This decision was not made lightly. Like many nonprofits across Wyoming and beyond, we’ve operated in a system that prioritizes short-term funding over long-term sustainability. We are deeply grateful for every funder who has believed in our mission—including our federal partners. But we also recognize the need to modernize how we do business so that we can continue serving women without interruption, delay, or dependency.

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This moment marks a turning point.

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We are stepping forward with clarity and courage, rethinking what it means to be a nonprofit in Wyoming. We are leaning into sustainable strategies, diversified revenue streams, and innovative approaches to serving our communities. This is not a collapse—it’s a conscious rebuild.

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To our clients: We are still here. We see you, we believe in your dreams, and we’re working hard to meet you where you are.

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“I had no idea I could get this kind of help and support as a business owner.”
— Tabithah C., Casper, WY

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“Having you on my team means the world to me. I don’t know what I would have done without your support.”
— Leah D., Jackson Hole, WY

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To our partners and supporters: Your continued belief in us matters now more than ever. If you’ve ever considered getting involved, now is the time.

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We also want to extend a call to action.

We welcome support in all its forms—from funders who believe in sustainable impact, from community members willing to share our message, and from nonprofits ready to reimagine what’s possible together. If you’ve ever been passionate about women’s entrepreneurship, rural innovation, or the future of nonprofit work in Wyoming, this is your invitation to join us.

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To our fellow nonprofits: If you’re facing similar challenges, we invite you to follow along. Let’s rethink the future of nonprofit work together—with transparency, sustainability, and bold leadership guiding the way.

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Thank you for your grace during this transition. The next chapter of WWBC is about resilience, innovation, and recommitment to the women and communities we serve.

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With appreciation and resolve,

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Shaylee Hancock
Executive Director, Wyoming Women’s Business Center
shaylee@wyomingwomen.org

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Wyoming Women’s Business Center Board of Directors