Friends of Jentel

Do you remember the first time you walked into the Jentel residence? The warmth of the kitchen table, the conversations with other artists over breakfast, the quiet joy of waking up rested and ready to create? Do you remember stepping into the expanse of the Thousand Acres, where your ideas stretched as wide as the landscape itself?

These are the gifts Neltje envisioned when she left her estate—including Jentel—to the University of Wyoming. By doing so, Neltje ensured creatives like you would always have the time and space to create in the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains. She believed in the power of art, reflection, and connection and trusted future generations of residents and the university to carry that vision forward.

On October 23 at 12 p.m., University of Wyoming’s Giving Day begins—24 hours where thousands of supporters across the world give back to programs that make a difference. This year, you can honor your Jentel experience by making a gift that ensures future residents will know the same sense of rest, inspiration, and community that you did. The website will be active for 24 hours only.

Thank you for supporting Jentel!