Wright Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
Wright Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Huntingdon, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $155,431 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$155,431
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $205,000 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $215,000 | 15 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $205,000 | 15 | $6.2 million |
| 2025 | $155,431 | 16 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Phil Fry PO Box 889, Huntingdon, TN 38344 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (731) 986-4401 |
| What to submit | Civic organizations apply with the trustee for funds needed to help the general public. The committee determines the needs and awards on a as needed basis. |
| Deadlines | No specific deadlines are noted but the committee has estiblished a format of giving to organiations |
| Restrictions | All monies awarded must be for organizations that benefit the town of Huntingdon. |
What Wright Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 16 | $155,431 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Dixie | in memory of Dale Kelley | $25,000 |
| Carroll Co Newsleader | Help fund new projects | $25,000 |
| Carroll Co Shooting Sports Park Inc | Shooting Range | $20,431 |
| Clark Cemetery | To help with the upkeep of the grounds | $20,000 |
| Carroll County Inclusion Park | To build a children's playground | $10,000 |
| Carl Perkins Exchange Club Carl Perkins Exchange Club | support and prevent child abuse | $5,000 |
| Carroll Academy School | To meet the educational needs | $5,000 |
| FullerStrong Outdoors Foundation | to promote outdoors to children | $5,000 |
| Habitat of Humanity of Carroll Co | help low income families with homes | $5,000 |
| Huntingdon Alumni Association | support of alumni and scholarships | $5,000 |
| Huntingdon High School | Arts Focus | $5,000 |
| Carroll Co Rescue Squad | Help purchase new equipment | $5,000 |
| Huntingdon Middle School | Arts Focus | $5,000 |
| Huntingdon Primary School | Arts Focus | $5,000 |
| Never Quit Foundation | assisting with people fighting cance | $5,000 |
| Project 1914 | to meet the needs of children | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wanda Fuller
Questions people ask
Does Wright Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No specific deadlines are noted but the committee has estiblished a format of giving to organiations.
How much does Wright Charitable Trust give?
$155,431 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Wright Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Wanda Fuller (Trustee).
What does Wright Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and youth programs.