Our supporters
The Kenny Guinn Center for Policy Priorities is the only statewide, independent, nonpartisan policy research center in Nevada -- and our work is made possible through the generous support of our donors and partners.
2025-2026 Keystone Supporters
Phil and Jennifer Satre
Phil and Jennifer Satre have been faithful and generous supporters of the Guinn Center since its launch in 2013. In 2023, the Satres helped start our first-ever endowment fund, helping ensure the Guinn Center can fulfill its mission for years to come. Phil and Jennifer’s generosity also powered the staffing and research of our Education Policy and Health and Social Policy divisions. Phil, a founding board member, currently serves as Chair of our Board of Directors.
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Donald and Dee Snyder
Donald and Dee Snyder’s support of the Guinn Center has not only contributed to our financial stability, but Don also served as a valued board member until his departure in 2023. We are grateful to the Snyders for their years of service and generosity.
Tom and mary gallagher foundation
As a founding board member of the Guinn Center, Tom Gallagher played an instrumental role in shaping the organization’s commitment to thoughtful, nonpartisan public policy and civic engagement. In recognition of his leadership and enduring legacy, the Gallagher Dialogues bear his name, bringing people together across differences to foster civil discourse, mutual understanding, and meaningful dialogue. Through their generous support, Tom and Mary Gallagher have helped advance the Guinn Center’s mission and strengthen a culture of respectful, informed conversation throughout Nevada.
Boyd Gaming Corporation
Boyd Gaming Corporation’s generous support of the Guinn Center reflects its longstanding commitment to strengthening Nevada communities through investments in education, civic engagement, and community well-being. With a philanthropic legacy rooted in Southern Nevada, Boyd Gaming recognizes the importance of informed decision-making and collaborative solutions to the challenges facing our state.
Michael J.M. Hitchcock
Michael “Mick” Hitchcock has been a faithful giver to the Guinn Center for many years. In 2023, he stepped in to help support staffing and research for our Health and Social Policy division, allowing us to grow our efforts in this critical policy area.
2023-2024 Keystone Supporters
Phil and Jennifer Satre
Phil and Jennifer Satre have been faithful and generous supporters of the Guinn Center since its launch in 2013. In 2023, the Satres helped start our first-ever endowment fund, helping ensure the Guinn Center can fulfill its mission for years to come. Phil and Jennifer’s generosity also powered the staffing and research of our Education Policy and Health and Social Policy divisions. Phil, a founding board member, currently serves as Chair of our Board of Directors.
Donald and Dee Snyder
Donald and Dee Snyder’s support of the Guinn Center has not only contributed to our financial stability, but Don also served as a valued board member until his departure in 2023. We are grateful to the Snyders for their years of service and generosity.
Michael J.M. Hitchcock
Michael “Mick” Hitchcock has been a faithful giver to the Guinn Center for many years. In 2023, he stepped in to help support staffing and research for our Health and Social Policy division, allowing us to grow our efforts in this critical policy area.
2025-2026 Core supporters
We want to thank the following givers for their ongoing commitment to supporting research in our five key policy areas.
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Nevada Hospital Association
Andre Agassi Foundation
Dorothy Lemelson Foundation
Caesars Entertainment
JOHN FARAHI
2023-2024 Core Contributors
Tom and Mary Gallagher Foundation
Boyd Gaming Corporation
Andre Agassi Foundation
Cyrus and Michael Tang Foundation
Caesars Entertainment
Nevada Hospital Association
E.L. Cord Foundation
2025-2026 Givers
Transparency matters. A full list of our annual donors is available upon request. Our most recent independent financial audit and Form 990 are available for download.
Abbi Agency
Alex Bybee*
Alex De Castroverde
Andrea Goeglein
Angela Orr
Associated Students of the University of Nevada
AT&T
Brian Davie
Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP
Catamount Fund
Catherine Wines
Charles and Marcia Growdon
Chris and Mary Yount
Chris Heavey*
Comstock, Inc.
CSG West
Dana Bennett*
Daniel Hamilton*
Daryl Drake
Deane Albright*
Dema L. Guinn
Department of Administration - Director's Office
Donor Network West
Doug Brewer
Dwyer-Stowe Charitable Fund
E.L. Cord Foundation
Elevance Health
Erin McMullen Midby*
Erin Russell*
First Independent Bank
Frank Woodbeck
Gi W. Yun*
Glenn Christensen
Governor's Finance Office
Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED)
Governor's Office of Federal Assistance
Greg Bailor
Greg Brower*
Greg Nelson 1993 Living Trust
Harvey and Nancy Fennell*
HCA Healthcare
Heidi Friedlander
James Richardson
Jenni Sue Smith
Jeremy Gelman
Jill C. Tolles
Jim and Cindy Schnieder
Jim and Zoe DeVolld
Jimmie Manning
John Valery White*
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Joshua Friedlander
Kathleen Conaboy*
Larry and Becky Sykes
Lisa Becker*
Lynne Hoffman
Mark Hughs-Baird
Marybel Batjer*
McDonald Carano
Meruelo Group
Miranda Powell
National Association of School Boards
Neil C. Brown
Nevada Department of Education
Nevada Golden Mines LLC
Nevada Mining Association
Nevada Museum of Art
Nevada Realtors
Nevada Women's Fund
NextEra Energy
Nicholas Rossi
Nicole Lamboley
Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC)
NV Energy Foundation
Patrick Hickey*
Paul Johnson*
Paul Lamboley
PBS Reno
Peppermill Resort Hotel
Pete and Wendy Ernaut
Pete Etchart
Polly Hillis Scalora
Regional Transportation Commission (RTC)
Renate Hannaman
Reno Type
Reynolds School of Journalism
Rick Greenthal and Michelle Yount
Rick Trachok*
Rikki Tanenbaum*
Robert Goldberg
Rodel Institute Fellowship
Scheffel Family Foundation
Sean Parker
Southwest Gas
Stephanie Tyler
Steve Greathouse
Tammi Tiger*
Tang Family Foundation
Terry Oliver
The John Ben Snow Foundation
The National Judicial College
The Nell J. Redfield Foundation
The Nevada Forum
Tommie Guy
Trudy Larson*
UnitedHealth Group Nevada and Idaho
University of Nevada, Reno
UNLV Office of the President
UNR Communication Studies Department
UNR School of Medicine
Valerie Wiener Foundation
Vegas Chamber
Walmart
Western Alliance Bank
William Cobb
Wilma Hasle
Wynn Resorts, Limited
Yolanda King Branch*
*Indicates Guinn Center Board Member
2023-2024 Givers
Transparency matters. A full list of our annual donors is available upon request. Our most recent independent financial audit and Form 990 are available for download.