Frank & Betty Wright Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frank & Betty Wright Foundation is a private foundation in Potomac, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $771,804 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $32,500 and the largest $387,862. 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$771,804
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$32,500
- Largest grant$387,862
- Assets$15.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $650,176 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $650,176 | 8 | $14.9 million |
| 2024 | $771,804 | 8 | $15.0 million |
How to apply
Frank & Betty 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 Frank & Betty Wright Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 8 | $771,804 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Campagna Center Inc | Literacy tutoring/mentoring program | $387,862 |
| Act for Alexandria | Act staff fees and operating costs | $231,625 |
| Campagna Center Inc | Library | $50,000 |
| Act for Axexandria | Youth employment program | $40,000 |
| Act for Alexandria | Development costs | $25,000 |
| Act for Axexandria | Partnership for healthier alexandria | $20,000 |
| Act for Axexandria | Funders affinity group | $10,000 |
| Act for Axexandria | Pha 1:1 grant | $7,317 |
Officers and trustees
- James Epstien
- Brad L Mendelson
- Juanita Illera
Questions people ask
Does Frank & Betty Wright Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank & Betty Wright Foundation give?
$771,804 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $32,500.
Who runs Frank & Betty Wright Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James Epstien (President), Brad L Mendelson (Treasurer) and Juanita Illera (Secretary).
What does Frank & Betty Wright Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.