Harold D and Hazel C Wright Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harold D and Hazel C Wright Foundation is a private foundation in Wheaton, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $48,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$48,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $60,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $54,500 | 14 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 15 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $48,000 | 13 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Harold D and Hazel C 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 Harold D and Hazel C Wright Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $31,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Benet Academy | Financial assistance | $5,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Financial assistance | $5,000 |
| The Jiselle Lauren Foundation | Financial assistance | $5,000 |
| Blood Cancer United | Financial assistance | $5,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Financial assistance | $5,000 |
| St Symphorosa Catholic School | Financial assistance | $3,000 |
| Misericordia Foundation | Financial assistance | $3,000 |
| Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation | Financial assistance | $3,000 |
| Resurrection College Prep | Financial assistance | $3,000 |
| St Juliana School | Financial assistance | $3,000 |
| The Chicago Lighthouse Society | Financial assistance | $3,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Financial assistance | $3,000 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James A Christmas
- Robert C Cellini
- Chad T Whiteley
Questions people ask
Does Harold D and Hazel C Wright Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harold D and Hazel C Wright Foundation give?
$48,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Harold D and Hazel C Wright Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James A Christmas (Presedent), Robert C Cellini (Secreary/Treasurer) and Chad T Whiteley (Director).
What does Harold D and Hazel C Wright Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.