William Wright Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William Wright Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wichita Falls, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $686,252 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$686,252
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$13.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $650,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $625,000 | 9 | $12.3 million |
| 2024 | $650,000 | 10 | $12.7 million |
| 2025 | $686,252 | 9 | $13.8 million |
How to apply
William Wright Family 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 William Wright Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $250,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $200,000 |
| Texas | 6 | $186,252 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Sports Center | For continuance of mission | $250,000 |
| United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation | For continuation of research | $200,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Vernon Inc | Operational Support | $50,000 |
| The Salvation Army of North Texas | In memory of Kelsey Wright | $50,000 |
| AOPA Foundation | Richard McSpadden Scholarship for Advanced Pilot Training Fund | $50,000 |
| Dallas Theological Seminary | General Education Fund | $30,000 |
| UT MD Anderson Cancer Center | For continuance of research | $30,000 |
| Fort Worth Stock Show Syndicate | For continued support | $19,852 |
| Wilbarger County Junior Livestock Show | For continued support | $6,400 |
Officers and trustees
- William Dan Wright
- Betty Duane Bolton
- Patricia Wright
- Sarah Lowry
- James Bolton
- William Austen Wright
Questions people ask
Does William Wright Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William Wright Family Foundation give?
$686,252 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs William Wright Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Dan Wright (President/Director), Betty Duane Bolton (Vice President/Director), Patricia Wright (Secretary/Treasurer) and Sarah Lowry (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does William Wright Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.