John M and Kathy R Wright Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John M and Kathy R Wright Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Owensboro, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $133,150 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $20,325 and the largest $91,000. 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$133,150
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$20,325
- Largest grant$91,000
- Assets$796,430
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $82,100 the year before.
50% 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 | $10,000 | 2 | $879,131 |
| 2024 | $82,100 | 12 | $850,823 |
| 2025 | $133,150 | 4 | $796,430 |
How to apply
John M and Kathy R Wright Family 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 John M and Kathy R Wright Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 3 | $131,650 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Pitino Shelter Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $91,000 |
| St Stephen Cathedral | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $39,150 |
| Sunrise Children's Services | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Youth First | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Wright
- Kathy R Wright
- Helen M Wright
- Katherine Harris
- John Wright Jr
- Lucy Wright
- Isabelle Wright
Questions people ask
Does John M and Kathy R Wright Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John M and Kathy R Wright Family Charitable Foundation give?
$133,150 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $20,325.
Who runs John M and Kathy R Wright Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John M Wright (Director), Kathy R Wright (Director), Helen M Wright (Director) and Katherine Harris (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does John M and Kathy R Wright Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.