John R Wright and Eloise Mountain Wright Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John R Wright and Eloise Mountain Wright Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $760,000 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$760,000
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$16.5 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $765,000 the year before.
11% 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 | $800,000 | 34 | $15.1 million |
| 2024 | $765,000 | 30 | $18.7 million |
| 2025 | $760,000 | 28 | $16.5 million |
How to apply
John R Wright and Eloise Mountain 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 John R Wright and Eloise Mountain Wright Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $370,000 |
| Iowa | 5 | $130,000 |
| New York | 1 | $80,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $70,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $40,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aldea | Abpd program support - guatemala | $80,000 |
| Casa Juan Diego | General operating fund | $60,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | General operating fund | $50,000 |
| Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston | Meals on wheels program support | $50,000 |
| Iowa State University Foundation | Jrw civil engineering endowed scholarship fund support | $40,000 |
| Iowa State University Foundation | Jrw-emw endowed engineering scholarship fund support | $40,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Tennessee | General operating fund | $40,000 |
| Coralville Community Food Pantry | General operating fund | $30,000 |
| Kids' Meals Inc | General operating fund | $30,000 |
| Rehabilitation Services Volunteer Project | General operating fund | $30,000 |
| Blinknow Foundation | General operating fund | $25,000 |
| Houston Area Women's Center | General operating fund | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Houston | General operating fund | $25,000 |
| Community Foundation of Northern Illinois | Liam foundation and endownment support | $20,000 |
| Houston Public Media Foundation | General operating fund | $20,000 |
| Rock Valley College Foundation | Starlight theater support | $20,000 |
| Rockford Rescue Mission | General operating fund | $20,000 |
| Special Pals Incorporated | General operating fund | $20,000 |
| The Montrose Center | General operating fund | $20,000 |
| The Perfect Neighbor | General operating fund | $20,000 |
| Vietnam Buddhist Center | General operating fund | $20,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| First Church United | General operating fund | $10,000 |
| Galveston Bay Foundation | General operating fund | $10,000 |
| Hill Museum and Manuscript Library | General operating fund | $10,000 |
| Star of Hope | Women's program support | $10,000 |
| Vandercook College of Music Foundation | Scholarship program support | $10,000 |
| West Branch Friends Church | General operating fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Graciela Wright
Questions people ask
Does John R Wright and Eloise Mountain Wright Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John R Wright and Eloise Mountain Wright Foundation give?
$760,000 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs John R Wright and Eloise Mountain Wright Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Graciela Wright (Director).
What does John R Wright and Eloise Mountain Wright Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, education and faith communities.