Wright Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Wright Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Schenectady, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 25 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$23.7 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.1 million the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.6 million | 23 | $19.3 million |
| 2023 | $3.1 million | 27 | $22.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 25 | $23.7 million |
How to apply
Wright Family Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Wright Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 23 | $1.2 million |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Glens Falls Hospital | Capital Improvements | $300,000 |
| Schenectady Day Nursery | Preschool Expansion Project | $150,000 |
| Rise High Inc | Rise High Program Safety and Support | $149,420 |
| Boys Girls Club of Schenectady | Camp Lovejoy Swimming Pool | $97,000 |
| Albany Barn Inc | Support of Electric City Barn & Artistry Studios | $79,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Cap | High School Leadership Program Expansion | $50,000 |
| Center for Disability Services Inc | Infrastructure Improvements | $50,000 |
| Empire State Youth Orchestra | Music Education | $50,000 |
| 518 Elevated | Youth Pre-Employment & Exploration Exposure | $50,000 |
| Ellis Hospital Foundation | Funding for Capital Improvements | $34,000 |
| Reading Is Fun | Funding for RIF Program | $30,000 |
| Union College | Annual Funding for Scholarships | $24,019 |
| Lake George Land Conservancy | Annual Trustee Choice Award | $20,000 |
| North Country Ministry | Annual Trustee Choice Award | $20,000 |
| Charlton School | Career Development Program | $15,000 |
| Saratoga Hospital | Contribution from Annual Trustee Choice Awards | $15,000 |
| Jim and Juli Boeheim Foundation | Annual Trustee Choice Award | $10,000 |
| Anderson Valley Land Trust | Contribution from Annual Trustee Choice Awards | $10,000 |
| Camp Fowler | Annual Trustee Choice Award | $10,000 |
| XQuest Inc | Annual Trustee Choice Award | $5,000 |
| ADK Action | Contribution from Annual Trustee Choice Awards | $5,000 |
| Saratoga Performing Arts Center | Summer Nights @ SPAC for Schenectady Families Program | $4,650 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Schenectady | Annual Trustee Choice award | $2,500 |
| Anderson Falls Heritage Society | Annual Trustee Choice Award | $2,500 |
| Mom Starts Here Inc | Baby Item Network | $2,325 |
Officers and trustees
- Ashley G Palm
- Heather M Ward
- Linda Nizolek
- Meghan Frazier
Questions people ask
Does Wright Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wright Family Foundation Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Wright Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Ashley G Palm (Treasurer), Heather M Ward (President), Linda Nizolek (Secretary) and Meghan Frazier (Vice President).
What does Wright Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.