Wrethinking the Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wrethinking the Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $629,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $470,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$629,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$470,000
- Assets$13.9 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $610,000 the year before.
43% of its 2024 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 | $610,000 | 7 | $12.3 million |
| 2024 | $629,000 | 9 | $13.9 million |
How to apply
Wrethinking the 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 Wrethinking the Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $600,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $9,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Safety Labs Inc | General & Unrestricted | $470,000 |
| Internet Safety Labs Inc | development of Safetypedia fund | $90,000 |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | Stuart School of Business Dean's Priority Fund and Institute of Design Dean's Discretionary Fund | $20,000 |
| Girl Scouts San Diego-Imperial Council Inc | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| San Diego Youth Symphony | Youth Symphony and Conservatory scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| U C San Diego Foundation | the Design Lab Fund | $10,000 |
| Wireless History Foundation | Charitable Event | $9,000 |
| Del Mar Community Connections | Del Mar Community Connections 24th Annual Benefit | $5,000 |
| Girl Scouts San Diego-Imperial Council Inc | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin Cooper
- Steven Cooper
- Suzanne Cooper
- Arlene J Harris
Questions people ask
Does Wrethinking the Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wrethinking the Foundation give?
$629,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Wrethinking the Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Martin Cooper (Sec, Treas, Dir), Steven Cooper (Dir), Suzanne Cooper (Dir) and Arlene J Harris (Dir, Pres).
What does Wrethinking the Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.