The Verle and Maria Wright Foundation
Invitation OnlyLaguna Hills, California · EIN 93-4869163 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$124K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$3.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $20,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
37% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEF Israel Endowment | New York City, NY | Seniors Club (Rehovot) | $50,000 |
| PEF Israel Endowment | New York City, NY | Kadima Youth Center | $50,000 |
| PEF Israel Endowment | New York City, NY | Light to Shimson | $20,000 |
| Chabad of Irvine (ISR) | Irvine, CA | General | $1,000 |
| Casa Romantica | San Clemente, CA | General | $1,000 |
| Chabad of Laguna Niguel | Laguna Niguel, CA | General | $800 |
| Jewish Collaborative OC | Newport Beach, CA | General | $500 |
| Jewish Collaborative OC | Newport Beach, CA | General | $200 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $123,500 | 8 |
| 2024 | Unknown | 0 |
| 2023 | Unknown | 0 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610639349100956
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 93-4869163
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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