Ray M & Jane R Wright Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ray M & Jane R Wright Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Columbus, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $614,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $170,000. 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$614,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$170,000
- Assets$8.8 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was down from $750,000 the year before.
23% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $887,000 | 31 | $15.4 million |
| 2024 | $750,000 | 28 | $13.2 million |
| 2025 | $614,000 | 26 | $8.8 million |
How to apply
Ray M & Jane R Wright Foundation Inc 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 Ray M & Jane R Wright Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 20 | $463,000 |
| Alabama | 4 | $147,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grace Presbyterian Church | Organization's stated purpose & global missions kenya | $170,000 |
| St Luke | Martin field | $100,000 |
| Auburn University Foundation | Women's equestrian, soccer, golf, and basketball, and college of human sciences | $91,000 |
| Safehouse Ministries of Chattahoochee Valley Ministry | Organization's stated purpose | $45,000 |
| Shades Valley Community Church | Meg rymer mcclung missionary fund | $45,000 |
| The Columbus Museum | Organization's stated purpose | $17,500 |
| 1909 Preservation Society Inc | Organization's stated purpose | $11,500 |
| Piedmont Columbus Regional Foundation | Izzie cooper mdm sponsorship & organization's stated purpose | $11,000 |
| Andrew College | Organization's stated purpose | $10,000 |
| Columbus Technical College Foundation | Organization's stated purpose | $10,000 |
| Georgia Southern University Foundation | Ray wright inc. Scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| Historic Columbus Foundation Inc | Organization's stated purpose | $10,000 |
| Pastoral Institute | Organization's stated purpose | $10,000 |
| Paws Humane Society | Organization's stated purpose | $10,000 |
| Rivercenter for Performing Arts | Organization's stated purpose | $10,000 |
| Springer Opera House | Organization's stated purpose | $10,000 |
| Twin Cedars Youth and Family Services Inc | Organization's stated purpose | $10,000 |
| Unite US | Organization's stated purpose | $6,000 |
| The Ridge Church | Organization's stated purpose | $5,800 |
| Bruce Pearl Family Foundation | Organization's stated purpose | $5,000 |
| Take the City | Organization's stated purpose | $5,000 |
| Valley Rescue Mission | Organization's stated purpose | $5,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Organization's stated purpose | $2,500 |
| Columbus High School | Soccer booster club | $1,500 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Organization's stated purpose | $1,500 |
| Alzheimers of Columbus | Organization's stated purpose | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Wright
- Ernest S Wright
- Kimberly O Wright
- Anne S Wright
Questions people ask
Does Ray M & Jane R Wright Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ray M & Jane R Wright Foundation Inc give?
$614,000 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Ray M & Jane R Wright Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John M Wright (Vp/Sec), Ernest S Wright (Pres./Treas.), Kimberly O Wright (Trustee) and Anne S Wright (Trustee).
What does Ray M & Jane R Wright Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.