Wheelwright Scientific School
Accepts applications
Wheelwright Scientific School is a private foundation in Newburyport, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $294,194 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $26,232 and the largest $30,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$294,194
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$26,232
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$6.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $344,928 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $344,928 | 13 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $294,194 | 12 | $6.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John C Elwell 266 High Street, Newburyport, MA 01950 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (978) 462-8749 |
| Deadlines | April 30th |
| Restrictions | Residents of Newburyport pursuing a field of study in engineering or basic science. See attached application. |
What Wheelwright Scientific School funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $117,796 |
| New York | 2 | $56,987 |
| Virginia | 1 | $30,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $23,231 |
| Georgia | 1 | $21,180 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UWisconin Madison | Tuition Scholarship | $30,000 |
| Worcester Polytechnic | Tuition Scholarship | $30,000 |
| UMass Amherst | Tuition Scholarship | $30,000 |
| University of Vermont | Tuition Scholarship | $30,000 |
| Virginia Tech | Tuition Scholarship | $30,000 |
| Rochester Inst of Tech | Tuition Scholarship | $26,987 |
| Simmons University | Tuition Scholarship | $25,477 |
| UCAL Berkeley | Tuition Scholarship | $23,231 |
| Wentworth Institute of Tech | Tuition Scholarship | $21,220 |
| Georgia Inst of Technology | Tuition Scholarship | $21,180 |
| Loyola University | Tuition Scholarship | $15,000 |
| UMass Lowell | Tuition Scholarship | $11,099 |
Officers and trustees
- John W Pramberg
- John C Elwell
- Honorable Sean Reardon
- Mark Littlefield
- Cindy Johnson
- Anna Makos
Questions people ask
Does Wheelwright Scientific School accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 30th.
How much does Wheelwright Scientific School give?
$294,194 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $26,232.
Who runs Wheelwright Scientific School?
Its 2024 filing lists John W Pramberg (Trustee), John C Elwell (President), Honorable Sean Reardon (Trustee) and Mark Littlefield (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Wheelwright Scientific School fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.