Community Initiatives & Nonprofit Events

Raising Up Nonprofits Together

Transform our community through local action! RUNT (Raising Up Nonprofits Together) invites you to join dynamic community initiatives throughout Cheyenne and Laramie County, Wyoming. Our year-round events and programs strengthen the local nonprofit ecosystem through three core pillars: Partnership, Support, and Community.

Partnership

RUNT facilitates strategic connections between nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations. We bring together diverse stakeholders to create collaborative solutions that amplify impact and maximize resources across Cheyenne and Laramie County.

Support

From capacity-building workshops to resource sharing and volunteer coordination, RUNT provides nonprofits with the tools and connections they need to thrive. We offer ongoing support through training, networking opportunities, and access to critical resources.

Community

We build a vibrant ecosystem where volunteers, donors, and community members actively engage with local nonprofits. Through volunteer fairs, fundraising events, and community celebrations, we create spaces for meaningful connection and collective impact.
Whether you’re a nonprofit seeking resources, a volunteer looking to make an impact, or a business wanting to give back, there’s a place for you in our growing network of change-makers.

Discover opportunities to:

  • Build strategic partnerships across sectors
  • Connect with local nonprofits and volunteers
  • Share expertise and strengthen community ties
  • Create lasting positive change in Cheyenne and Laramie County

Help With Cheyenne Thanksgiving

5th Annual Cheyenne Thanksgiving
Rising food costs hit hardest during the holidays. Families choose between rent and Thanksgiving dinner. We eliminate that choice.
Join us for the 5th Annual Cheyenne Thanksgiving, presented by RUNT. This year, as inflation continues to strain household budgets across Laramie County, we’re standing stronger than ever with our community. No one should face an impossible decision during a season meant for togetherness.
For five years, Cheyenne Thanksgiving has brought our community together to ensure every family experiences the warmth, dignity, and celebration of Thanksgiving—regardless of financial circumstances. What began as a grassroots response to community need has grown into one of Cheyenne’s most significant annual collaborative efforts.
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