The Walter E & Ruth K Wright | Foundation Profile

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EIN: 20-1825157

Foundation Overview

Based in Indianapolis, IN, The Walter E & Ruth K Wright has awarded 190 grants totaling $515,011 to organizations in Ohio, Indiana and 10 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $140 to $9,400, with a median award of $2,500.

Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$515,011
Total Assets
$2,026,834
Median Grant (all grants)
$2,500

Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot

Total Grants
29
Median Grant
$2,500
% No Significant Change
0% (vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year: May 2026

Foundation Intelligence

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New Applicant Friendliness
Growth-Minded: 59%

17 of 29 recipients (59%) were new grantees. Foundation actively seeks new partnerships to expand impact. Fresh approaches and innovative programs receive serious consideration.

Geographic Focus
Indiana

Grants are geographically diversified with 31% in Indiana and funding distributed across 12 total locations. This foundation values broad geographic impact and diverse community partnerships. Within Indiana, funding concentrates in Indianapolis (80%), Princeton (15%), Nashville (5%).

Funding Trajectory
+318%

Strong 318% growth in annual giving over 9 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.

Program Areas
General Purposes

Highly focused on general purposes with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.

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Grants & Funding

Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Walter E & Ruth K Wright's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.

Name Amount Location Purpose Year
Cincinnati Animal Care Hamilton County Animal Shelter $4,700 Cincinnati, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Clermont County Animal Shelter $4,700 Batavia, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Community Health Center Of The Nrv $2,000 Christiansburg, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Gleaners Food Bank Of Indiana $2,010 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Indy Reads $2,010 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2024
International Network For Aid Relief And Assistance - Inara Gaza Fund $2,500 Wassaic, NY, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Lyles Station Preservation Corp $2,510 Princeton, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Planned Parenthood-roanoke Health Center $2,000 Roanoke, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Sarah's Circle $9,000 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Smile Train $2,000 New York, NY, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Starfish Initiative $3,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2024
The Julian Center $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2024
The Raphael House Of Portland $9,400 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Women For Women International Global Support Center $800 Central Islip, NY, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Women's Resource Center $3,000 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Meals On Wheels People $9,400 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Anera $9,000 Washington, DC, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Paws Chicago $800 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Ram House $3,000 Roanoke, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Doctors Without Borders Usa $2,000 New York, NY, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Advance Gcfa Global Ministriesumcor Gpo $2,000 New York, NY, US Charitable Contribution 2024
World Central Kitchen $3,000 Washington, DC, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Tender Mercies Inc $4,700 Cincinnati, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Shelterhouse Esther Marie Hatton Center $4,700 Cincinnati, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Believe In Grace Resource $1,000 Rocky Mount, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Metropolitan Indianapolis Public Media Inc $1,570 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Indiana Raptor Center $200 Nashville, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Mother's Cupboard $300 Nashville, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Brown County Volunteer Fire Department $200 Nashville, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2024
Esther Marie Hatton For Women Dba Shelterhouse $6,160 Cincinnati, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Free Minds Book Club & Writing Workshop $3,440 Washington, DC, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Gleaners Food Bank Of Indiana $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Haven House Emergency Shelter $6,220 Hamilton, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Indy Reads $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Lyles Station Preservation Corp $2,500 Princeton, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Meals On Wheels $4,106 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2022
North By Northeast Community Health Center $4,107 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Sarah's Circle $3,440 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Starfish Initiative $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2022
The Bail Project $3,440 Venice, CA, US Charitable Contribution 2022
The Julian Center $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2022
The Raphael House Of Portland $4,107 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Women's Resource Center $2,000 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Edesia Nutrition $2,000 North Kingstown, RI, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Planned Parenthood-roanoke Health Center $2,000 Roanoke, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Community Health Center Of The Nrv $2,380 Christiansburg, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Smile Train $2,000 New York, NY, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Auburn United Methodist Church $1,000 Riner, VA, US Backpack Program 2022
Mercy Ships $1,000 Garden Valley, TX, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Doctors Without Borders Usa $2,000 Hagerstown, MD, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Esther Marie Hatton For Women Dba Shelterhouse $6,160 Cincinnati, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Free Minds Book Club & Writing Workshop $3,440 Washington, DC, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Gleaners Food Bank Of Indiana $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Haven House Emergency Shelter $6,220 Hamilton, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Indy Reads $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Lyles Station Preservation Corp $2,500 Princeton, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Meals On Wheels $4,106 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2022
North By Northeast Community Health Center $4,107 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Sarah's Circle $3,440 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Starfish Initiative $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2022
The Bail Project $3,440 Venice, CA, US Charitable Contribution 2022
The Julian Center $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2022
The Raphael House Of Portland $4,107 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Women's Resource Center $2,000 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Edesia Nutrition $2,000 North Kingstown, RI, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Planned Parenthood-roanoke Health Center $2,000 Roanoke, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Community Health Center Of The Nrv $2,380 Christiansburg, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Smile Train $2,000 New York, NY, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Auburn United Methodist Church $1,000 Riner, VA, US Backpack Program 2022
Mercy Ships $1,000 Garden Valley, TX, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Doctors Without Borders Usa $2,000 Hagerstown, MD, US Charitable Contribution 2022
Esther Marie Hatton For Women Dba Shelterhouse $5,570 Cincinnati, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Exotic Animals Rescue And Pet Sanctuary $140 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Free Minds Book Club & Writing Workshop $3,713 Washington, DC, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Give Well $2,785 Oakland, CA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Gleaners Food Bank Of Indiana $2,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Haven House Emergency Shelter $5,570 Hamilton, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Indy Reads $2,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Lyles Station Preservation Corp $2,000 Princeton, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Meals On Wheels $3,714 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2021
New River Valley Community Action $2,785 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
New River Valley Agency On Aging $2,785 Fairlawn, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
North By Northeast Community Health Center $3,713 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Sarah's Circle $3,713 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Starfish Initiative $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
The Bail Project $3,714 Venice, CA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
The Julian Center $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
The Raphael House Of Portland $3,713 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Women's Resource Center $2,785 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Northwood Christian Church $1,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Esther Marie Hatton For Women Dba Shelterhouse $5,570 Cincinnati, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Exotic Animals Rescue And Pet Sanctuary $140 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Free Minds Book Club & Writing Workshop $3,713 Washington, DC, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Give Well $2,785 Oakland, CA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Gleaners Food Bank Of Indiana $2,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Haven House Emergency Shelter $5,570 Hamilton, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Indy Reads $2,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Lyles Station Preservation Corp $2,000 Princeton, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Meals On Wheels $3,714 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2021
New River Valley Community Action $2,785 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
New River Valley Agency On Aging $2,785 Fairlawn, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
North By Northeast Community Health Center $3,713 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Sarah's Circle $3,713 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Starfish Initiative $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
The Bail Project $3,714 Venice, CA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
The Julian Center $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
The Raphael House Of Portland $3,713 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Women's Resource Center $2,785 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Northwood Christian Church $1,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Esther Marie Hatton For Women Dba Shelterhouse $5,570 Cincinnati, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Exotic Animals Rescue And Pet Sanctuary $140 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Free Minds Book Club & Writing Workshop $3,713 Washington, DC, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Give Well $2,785 Oakland, CA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Gleaners Food Bank Of Indiana $2,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Haven House Emergency Shelter $5,570 Hamilton, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Indy Reads $2,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Lyles Station Preservation Corp $2,000 Princeton, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Meals On Wheels $3,714 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2021
New River Valley Community Action $2,785 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
New River Valley Agency On Aging $2,785 Fairlawn, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
North By Northeast Community Health Center $3,713 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Sarah's Circle $3,713 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Starfish Initiative $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
The Bail Project $3,714 Venice, CA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
The Julian Center $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
The Raphael House Of Portland $3,713 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Women's Resource Center $2,785 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Northwood Christian Church $1,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2021
Commonwealth Catholic Charities $2,500 Roanoke, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Esther Marie Hatton For Women Dba Shelterhouse $5,120 Cincinnati, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Haven House Emergency Shelter $5,120 Hamilton, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Indy Reads $2,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Lyles Station Preservation Corp $1,000 Princeton, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Meals On Wheels $3,414 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2020
National Lawyers Guild Foundation $3,413 New York, NY, US Charitable Contribution 2020
North By Northeast Community Health Center $3,413 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Rescue Mission Of Roanoke $2,500 Roanoke, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Sarah's Circle $3,413 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Starfish Initiative $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2020
The Bail Project $3,414 Venice, CA, US Charitable Contribution 2020
The Julian Center $2,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2020
The Raphael House Of Portland $3,413 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Women's Resource Center $2,740 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Gleaners Food Bank Of Indiana $2,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Exotic Animals Rescue And Pet Sanctuary $240 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Community Health Center Of Nrv $2,500 Christiansburg, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2020
Children's Oncology Services $751 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2018
Franciscan Outreach Association $751 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2018
Glen Ellyn Children's Resource Center $4,660 Glen Ellyn, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2018
Roanoke Area Ministries $3,081 Roanoke, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2018
Women's Resource Center $3,081 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2018
A Child's Hope International $3,081 Cincinnati, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2018
Our Daily Bread $3,081 Cincinnati, OH, US Charitable Contribution 2018
North By Northeast Community Health Center $3,081 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2018
Meals On Wheels $3,081 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2018
Indy Reads $1,500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2018
The Julian Center $2,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2018
Starfish Initiative $2,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2018
Lyles Station Preservation Corp $500 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2018
Wfyi Indianapolis $163 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2018
Adult And Child Therapy Services $2,260 Woodstock, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2016
Bradley Angle House $1,505 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2016
Children's Oncology Services $850 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2016
Franciscan Outreach Association $830 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2016
Glen Ellyn Children's Resource Center $2,840 Glen Ellyn, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2016
Indy Reads $1,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2016
Lyles Station Preservation Corp $320 Princeton, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2016
N By Ne Community Health $1,510 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2016
Outside In $1,505 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2016
Roanoke Area Ministries $1,505 Roanoke, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2016
Starfish Initiative $1,600 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2016
The Julian Center $1,600 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2016
Women's Recourse Center $1,510 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2016
Planned Parenthood $1,505 Washington, DC, US Contribution 2016
Family Health Partnership Clinic $2,260 Crystal Lake, IL, US Contribution 2016
Adult And Child Therapy Services $2,250 Woodstock, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2015
Bradley Angle House $1,500 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2015
Children's Oncology Services $850 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2015
Respond Inc $2,000 Somerville, MA, US Charitable Contribution 2015
Franciscan Outreach Association $825 Chicago, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2015
Glen Ellyn Children's Resource Center $825 Glen Ellyn, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2015
Indy Reads $1,000 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2015
Lyles Station Preservation Corp $300 Princeton, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2015
N By Ne Community Health $1,500 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2015
Outside In $1,500 Portland, OR, US Charitable Contribution 2015
Roanoke Area Ministries $2,250 Roanoke, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2015
Family Health Partnership Clinic $2,250 Crystal Lake, IL, US Charitable Contribution 2015
Starfish Initiative $1,600 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2015
The Julian Center $1,600 Indianapolis, IN, US Charitable Contribution 2015
Women's Resourse Center $2,250 Radford, VA, US Charitable Contribution 2015

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Contact Information

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EIN 20-1825157
Website N/A
Address 7553 N AUDUBON RD Indianapolis, IN 46250-2359

Key People (5)

Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Walter E & Ruth K Wright's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.

President Thomas Wright
Treasurer Donald Wright
Secretary Susan Wright
Director Richard Wright
Director Carolyn Wright

Forms 990-PF

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Data Currency: Last updated May 2026 based on IRS Form 990-PF filings. Foundation information reflects most recent available tax year data.