Thomas C Wright Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas C Wright Foundation is a private foundation in Bothell, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $836,605 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $450,000. 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$836,605
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$450,000
- Assets$14.7 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $548,477 the year before.
38% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $548,477 | 25 | $17.2 million |
| 2024 | $836,605 | 37 | $14.7 million |
How to apply
Thomas C 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 Thomas C Wright Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 30 | $816,289 |
| California | 1 | $10,236 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $5,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,830 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle University | Education | $450,000 |
| Little Bit Riding Therapeutic Riding Center | Disability support | $113,000 |
| Kindering Center | Disability support | $80,000 |
| Page Ahead | Education | $35,000 |
| Bellevue Botanical Garden Society | Arts | $21,250 |
| Tavon Learning Center | Disability support | $12,000 |
| Village Theater | Arts | $11,489 |
| Reading Partners | Education | $10,236 |
| Adoptee Mentoring Society | Social services | $10,000 |
| Pacific Bonsai Museum | Arts | $8,500 |
| Sound Generations | Social services | $7,500 |
| Treehouse | Social services | $5,050 |
| Rainier Scholars | Education | $5,000 |
| Bridge Ministries | Disability support | $5,000 |
| Seattle Children's Playgarden | Disability support | $5,000 |
| Downs Syndrome Community of Puget Sound | Disability support | $5,000 |
| Porchlight | Social services | $5,000 |
| Hopelink | Social services | $5,000 |
| New Beginnings | Social services | $5,000 |
| The Sophia Way | Social services | $5,000 |
| Humane Society Seattle-King Cnty | Animal welfare | $5,000 |
| Friends of Ocean County Animal Shelter | Animal welfare | $3,000 |
| Camp Korey | Disability support | $2,500 |
| Pediatric Interim Care Center | Disability support | $2,500 |
| Atlantic Street Center | Social services | $2,500 |
| Bridge Meadows | Social services | $2,500 |
| Lifewire | Social services | $2,500 |
| Meow | Animal welfare | $2,500 |
| Kids Quest Museum | Arts | $2,500 |
| Long Beach Island Foundation | Arts | $2,500 |
| Safe Crossings Foundation | Social services | $1,000 |
| National Council on Family Philanthropy | Philanthropy | $1,000 |
| Association of Small Foundations | Philanthropy | $830 |
| Eastside Audobon Society | Animal welfare | $500 |
| Feral Care Sanctuary | Animal welfare | $500 |
| Feral Cat Spay Neuter Project | Animal welfare | $500 |
| National Audobon Society | Animal welfare | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Robin Rothe
- Judy M Courshon
Questions people ask
Does Thomas C Wright Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas C Wright Foundation give?
$836,605 in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Thomas C Wright Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robin Rothe (Trustee) and Judy M Courshon (Trustee).
What does Thomas C Wright Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, disability and human services.