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Nonprofit · EIN 46-0961604

WYOMING PATHWAYS

Tax-exempt · LANDER, WY 82520

Financials

$242K$408K2023$454K$481K2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of WYOMING PATHWAYS by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2024990$453,918$481,294-$27,376$145,568$0$145,568
December 31, 2023990$241,814$408,086-$166,272$172,866$0$172,866
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$453,893
of which government grants
$268,244
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$25
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$90,000
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$90,000
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Accounting fees
$411
Travel
$23,232
Program services (functional)
$454,691
Management and general (functional)
$21,603
Fundraising (functional)
$5,000

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$172,866
Total assets, end of year
$145,568
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$145,568
Net assets without donor restrictions
$145,568
Gross receipts
$453,918
Employees
0
Volunteers
10
Year formed
2012
State of legal domicile
WY

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Michael KusiekExecutive Director
Key employee, Highest-paid employee
40$90,000
John GallagherTreasurer
Trustee or director
2$0
Jerimiah ReimanPresident
Trustee or director
3$0
Meghan KentSecretary
Trustee or director
2$0
Melissa TurleyBoard Member
Trustee or director
2$0
Janie CurtisBoard Member
Trustee or director
2$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 5 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Michael KusiekExecutive Director
Key employee, Highest-paid employee
40$90,000
John GallagherTreasurer
Trustee or director
2$0
Jerimiah ReimanPresident
Trustee or director
3$0
Meghan KentSecretary
Trustee or director
2$0
Melissa TurleyBoard Member
Trustee or director
2$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
PO BOX 725, LANDER, WY 82520-0725
In care of
% TIM YOUNG
Principal officer (990 for 2024)
Michael Kusiek, 995 Cliff St, LANDER, WY 82520
Signed the 990
Michael, Kusiek
Phone
(307) 760-9035

Mission

Wyoming Pathways mission is to inspire motivate and unite a strong community of public business and political leaders to improve people-powered transportation and recreation opportunities in Wyoming communities including bicycling walking cross-country skiing hiking mountain biking.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • In 2024 Wyoming Pathways made significant strides towards its core program objectives. The organization not only expanded its outreach efforts but also managed to secure additional funding to support the development of community bicycle pedestrian and trail systems. By influencing governmental policies and advocating for safe facilities Wyoming Pathways contributed to the improvement of recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts in Wyoming. One of the key achievements of Wyoming Pathways was the growth of its supporter base and advocacy capacity. Through enhanced outreach initiatives the organization successfully engaged over 2,200 supporters who received regular updates and action alerts. With an expanded presence on social media platforms Wyoming Pathways effectively communicated its message and rallied support for its cause. To strengthen partnerships and collaboration staff and board members of Wyoming Pathways conducted meetings across the state with various stakeholders including government agencies community groups clubs and advocates. These interactions facilitated the exchange of ideas and resources fostering a conducive environment for collective action. Additionally strategic visits and video conferences with public lands offices such as the US Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management in key locations like Laramie Lander Dubois Douglas and Powell helped advance the development of public trail systems to benefit local communities and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Through its concerted efforts and strategic engagements Wyoming Pathways played a pivotal role in promoting active transportation advocating for outdoor recreation and enhancing the overall quality of life in Wyoming. The organizations commitment to building a network of safe and accessible trails underscores its dedication to creating a more sustainable and healthy environment for all residents and visitors to enjoy. With a clear vision and proactive approach Wyoming Pathways continues to be a driving force in advancing the development of recreational infrastructure and advocating for policies that prioritize the well-being of Wyomings communities.
    Expenses $104,867 · revenue $104,867
  • Wyoming Pathways actively engaged in ongoing communication and meetings with various officials to advocate for the advancement of biking and walking initiatives in Wyoming and to secure funding for related programs. Their educational and motivational campaigns targeted a wide range of stakeholders including local governments the Wyoming Legislature state agencies and the office of Governor Gordon. The organizations efforts have yielded tangible results with notable progress observed in collaboration with key State Agencies. This progress is evidenced by the implementation of training programs for community leaders and advocates focusing on best practices in bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure design enhancements in program effectiveness support in developing fundraising strategies for pathways and trails in communities as well as lobbying for budget allocations that prioritize bicycle pedestrian and trail programs and policies. Wyoming Pathways comprehensive approach has successfully involved multiple state entities such as the Departments of Health Transportation State Parks Business Council State Lands and the Governors office ensuring sustained advancement in the promotion and support of biking walking and trail initiatives across the state.
    Expenses $119,993 · revenue $119,993
  • Wyoming Pathways has developed a very successful trail building partnership program and participated meaningfully in the public planning process of a number of state and federal agencies to improve agency policies and planning decisions. Over the grant period this includes comment efforts with USFS DOI and the BLM public land agencies. Forest Service partnerships continue to help improve the Pole Mountain trail system on the Medicine Bow NF that serves Laramie and Cheyenne. In 2024 the final connection from the Tie City parking lot to the Pilot Hill trail system was completed. The partnership with the Lander BLM continued trail improvements at Johnny Behind the Rocks area serving Lander WY and the visiting public. Repairs were performed on the Flowin Johnny Trail and a new connector trail from the J-Line Trail to the Johnny On Top Trail was completed enhancing access to both trails and creating new loop opportunities for trail users. Wyoming Pathways completed work on the Continental Divide Trail Project near Brooks Lake on Togwotee Pass. Wyoming Pathways programs supported protecting our public lands while enhancing access to enjoy them.
    Expenses $215,556 · revenue $215,556
  • Local meetings promotional materials and accounting & database staff to maintain the outreach efforts of Wyoming Pathways.
    Expenses $14,275 · revenue $14,275

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026Not on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
46-0961604
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
2014
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Environment (C50)
Assets (IRS master file)
$145,568
Income (IRS master file)
$453,918

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2024$453,918$481,294$145,568XML
990December 2023$241,814$408,086$172,866XML
990December 2022$464,508$395,013$339,113IRS
990December 2021–––IRS
990December 2020–––IRS
990December 2019–––IRS
990December 2018–––IRS

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 46-0961604).

Questions about WYOMING PATHWAYS

What is the EIN of WYOMING PATHWAYS?
The employer identification number (EIN) of WYOMING PATHWAYS is 46-0961604.
Is WYOMING PATHWAYS tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2014.
Are donations to WYOMING PATHWAYS tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does WYOMING PATHWAYS file?
Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
When is the next return of WYOMING PATHWAYS due?
The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did WYOMING PATHWAYS last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
Who is the principal officer of WYOMING PATHWAYS?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Michael Kusiek.
Who are the officers and directors of WYOMING PATHWAYS?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 6 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $90,000 (Michael Kusiek, Executive Director).
How much revenue does WYOMING PATHWAYS have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $453,918, expenses of $481,294 and total assets of $145,568 at year end.

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