Wright Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyBoulder, Colorado · EIN 84-1519941 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$180K
Organizations funded17
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$3.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $3,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
23% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Foundation | Boulder, CO | Shakespeare program | $150,000 |
| Metro State Univ of Denver | Denver, CO | Krisor endowment program | $5,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Boulder, CO | Archive historic documents | $5,000 |
| Stjohn's Episcopal Church | Boulder, CO | Rector's discretionary fund | $5,000 |
| Boulder Ensemble Theatre Co | Boulder, CO | Performing arts play production | $3,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Pbs | Denver, CO | Public educational television | $2,000 |
| Byu Civil & Environmenatl Engr | Provo, UT | Environmental engineering program | $1,000 |
| World Monuments Fund | New York, NY | Historic site support | $1,000 |
| Denver Museum of Nature and Science | Denver, CO | Public museum support | $1,000 |
| Museum of Boulder | Boulder, CO | Public museum support | $1,000 |
| Mesa Verde Foundation | Arvada, CO | Preservation of ancient site | $1,000 |
| Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra | Boulder, CO | Support for orchestra | $1,000 |
| Explorers Club | New York, NY | Support of scientific exploration | $1,000 |
| Colorado Chautauqua Park | Boulder, CO | Support for nature park | $1,000 |
| Univ of Colorado College of Music | Boulder, CO | University music program | $1,000 |
| Colorado Water Trust | Denver, CO | River water restoration | $1,000 |
| National Park Foundation | Washington, DC | Support for national park | $225 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $180,225 | 17 |
| 2023 | $172,000 | 17 |
| 2022 | $166,000 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 25, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620569349100862
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-1519941
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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