McDonald-Wright Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McDonald-Wright Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Springs, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $53,000 and the largest $53,000. 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$53,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$53,000
- Largest grant$53,000
- Assets$751,596
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $22,600 the year before.
100% 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 | $2,000 | 2 | $535,015 |
| 2024 | $22,600 | 3 | $659,040 |
| 2025 | $53,000 | 1 | $751,596 |
How to apply
McDonald-Wright 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 McDonald-Wright Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $53,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lambda Legal Defense and Education | Civil rights litigation | $53,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John McDonald
- Robert Wright
Questions people ask
Does McDonald-Wright Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McDonald-Wright Foundation give?
$53,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $53,000.
Who runs McDonald-Wright Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John McDonald (President) and Robert Wright (Secretary/Tr).
What does McDonald-Wright Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.