Edward B Righter Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Edward B Righter Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $41,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $6,000. 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$41,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$992,004
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,000 the year before.
23% 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 | $11,500 | 6 | $730,520 |
| 2024 | $28,000 | 10 | $971,611 |
| 2025 | $41,000 | 13 | $992,004 |
How to apply
Edward B Righter Charitable Trust 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 Edward B Righter Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $33,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $4,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Girls Education Collaborative | Charitable | $6,000 |
| The Community Foundations of Herkimer & Oneida Counties | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Adirondack Experience | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cardigan Mountain School | Charitable | $4,000 |
| University of Denver | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Buffalo City Mission | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Northwood School | Charitable | $3,000 |
| SPCA Serving Erie County | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Canopy of Neighbors | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Cornell Lab of Ornithology | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Buffalo Akg Art Museum | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Elmwood Franklin School | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward B Righter
- Pamela G Righter
Questions people ask
Does Edward B Righter Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward B Righter Charitable Trust give?
$41,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Edward B Righter Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward B Righter (Trustee) and Pamela G Righter (Trustee).
What does Edward B Righter Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.