University of Wyoming Foundation (UW Foundation) manages an endowment fund based in Laramie, Wyoming. Established in 1962, the foundation aims to raise, receive, and manage private gifts to maximize support for the University of Wyoming. The earnings from endowment investments support scholarships, chairs, professorships, fellowships, basic research, as well as academic and public service progra The endowment is managed by the board of directors, assisted by an investment committee.University of Wyoming Foundation's investment portfolio is valued at over $531.64 million, with investments in domestic and international equities, fixed income, hedge fund, cash, real estate, cash, and private equity.