Wray Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wray Family Foundation is a private foundation in Carson City, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 37 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$69,601
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $161,500 the year before.
83% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $161,500 | 9 | $14,758 |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 37 | $69,601 |
How to apply
Wray Family 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 Wray Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 32 | $947,250 |
| Arizona | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 3 | $85,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada | Supporting the ironwood facility | $100,000 |
| Renown Health Foundation | General & unrestricted | $100,000 |
| University of Arizona Foundation | General & unrestricted | $100,000 |
| East Fork Fire Protection District | General & unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Suicide Prevention Network | General & unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Greenhouse Project | General & unrestricted | $55,000 |
| American Red Cross | Supporting service to the armed forces | $50,000 |
| Cancer for College | General & unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Carson Tahoe Health Foundation | Healing our kids and community program | $50,000 |
| Carson Tahoe Health Foundation | Greatest need program | $50,000 |
| Carson Valley Community Food Closet | General & unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Douglas County Sheriff's Search and Rescue | General & unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Advocates to End Domestic Violence | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Big Brothers and Sisters of Northern Nevada | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Carson Valley Health Foundation | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Carson Valley Health Foundation | Pink ribbon fund | $25,000 |
| Carson Valley Trails Association | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Kunr - Public Radio | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Nevada Humane Society | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Northern Nevada Dream Center | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Reno Philharmonic Association | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Ron Wood Family Resource Center | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| The Arc of San Diego | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Northern Nevada Hopes | General & unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Doula Co-Op of Nevada | General & unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Nevada Women's Fund | General & unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Yosemite Conservancy | General & unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Mefyi Foundation | General & unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary | General & unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Douglas Animal Welfare Group | General & unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Douglas County Public Library | General & unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Minden Rotary Club Foundation | General & unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Project Prom of Northern Nevada | General & unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Expand-Able Horizons | General & unrestricted | $1,750 |
| Friends of Genoa | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Gardnerville Elementary School | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lois Wray
- Procter Hug IV
- Randal Kuckenmeister
Questions people ask
Does Wray Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wray Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Wray Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lois Wray (President/Secretary/Director), Procter Hug IV (Vice President/Director) and Randal Kuckenmeister (Treasurer/Director).
What does Wray Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.