The Comegys Bight Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Comegys Bight Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wickenburg, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $312,222 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$312,222
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2025 was up from $92,700 the year before.
68% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $286,387 | 35 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $92,700 | 15 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $312,222 | 37 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The Comegys Bight Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Comegys Bight Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 5 | $84,335 |
| Maryland | 10 | $76,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $38,811 |
| Colorado | 6 | $27,900 |
| New York | 4 | $24,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $22,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $18,676 |
| Ohio | 2 | $7,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Opera | Support | $25,000 |
| Caf America | Support | $25,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University & Medicine | Support | $25,000 |
| Kent School | Support | $25,000 |
| St Alban's Episcopal Church | Support | $25,000 |
| The Hill School | Support | $20,000 |
| Metropolitan Opera | Support | $20,000 |
| Buckley Institute | support | $18,676 |
| Sigler Western Museum | Support | $16,750 |
| Del Webb Center for the Performing Arts | Support | $12,500 |
| Central City Opera | Support | $10,000 |
| Maryland Center for History and Culture | Support | $10,000 |
| Stratford Hall | Support | $8,311 |
| Vail Mountaineers Hockey Club | Support | $7,500 |
| Goldwater Institute | Support | $5,085 |
| Arts Wave | Support | $5,000 |
| United Way of Kent County | Support | $5,000 |
| Upchurch and Allied Families | Support | $5,000 |
| Washington College | Support | $5,000 |
| Bravo Vail | support | $5,000 |
| College Foundation of University of VA | support | $5,000 |
| Sweet Briar College | Support | $5,000 |
| Eagle River Presbyterian Church | Support | $4,000 |
| Mustique Charitable Foundation | Support | $2,500 |
| Travis Manion Foundation | Support | $2,500 |
| Cincinnati Museum Center | Support | $2,500 |
| Smithsonian Associates | Support | $2,500 |
| Sultana Education Foundation | Support | $2,500 |
| Emmanuel Episcopal Church | Support | $2,000 |
| Church of the Ascension | Support | $1,000 |
| Second Stage Theater | Support | $1,000 |
| Cambridge in America | Support | $500 |
| Chestertown Volunteer Fire Department | Support | $500 |
| Friends of Sulgrave Manor | Support | $500 |
| Historical Society of Kent County | Support | $500 |
| Kent & Queen Anne's Rescue Squad | Support | $500 |
| Denver Debutante Ball | Support | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Virginia U Collier
- Thomas A Collier
- Samuel E Upchurch
Questions people ask
Does The Comegys Bight Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Comegys Bight Charitable Foundation give?
$312,222 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Comegys Bight Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Virginia U Collier (President), Thomas A Collier (Director) and Samuel E Upchurch (Director).
What does The Comegys Bight Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.