Victor R Wright Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Victor R Wright Foundation is a private foundation in Harrison, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $130,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$130,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $96,500 the year before.
33% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $189,750 | 13 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $96,500 | 8 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $130,000 | 9 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Victor R 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 Victor R Wright Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $60,000 |
| New York | 6 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University (Art History) | General purpose | $35,000 |
| Georgetown University (Wall Street Alliance) | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Assn | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | General purpose | $15,000 |
| St Barnabas Hospital | General purpose | $10,000 |
| The Viscardi Center | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Columbus Citizens Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| The Frick Collection | General purpose | $5,000 |
| World Momuments Fund Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joann Wright
- Jennifer Wright
- Samantha Wright
Questions people ask
Does Victor R Wright Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Victor R Wright Foundation give?
$130,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Victor R Wright Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joann Wright (Trustee), Jennifer Wright (Trustee) and Samantha Wright (Trustee).
What does Victor R Wright Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.