The WPW Foundation
Accepts applications
The WPW Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $275,000 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$275,000
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was down from $277,500 the year before.
16% 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 | $354,000 | 34 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $277,500 | 33 | $5.8 million |
| 2025 | $275,000 | 37 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | First State Trust Companyt 2 Righter Parkway Ste 300A, Wilmington, DE 19803 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (302) 573-5973 |
| What to submit | By letter of reques with details for use of funds geographic area to be served and purpose of grant. No formal application required |
| Deadlines | September 15th |
What The WPW Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 11 | $105,000 |
| California | 14 | $97,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $12,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Pauls School | Unrestricted gift | $20,000 |
| Arch Bishop Borders School | Unrestricted gift | $15,000 |
| Providence College | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Civicorps | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Alameda Family Services | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Next One Up Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Baltimore | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Mother Mary Lange Catholic School | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Cardinal Shehan School Dr Anika Logan Principal | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Institute for Exceptional Care Mai Pham President & CEO IEC | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Tipping Point Community | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Feeding America | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Housing California | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Share the Spirit Fund | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Contra Costa Crisis Ctr | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Underdog Animal Rescue | Unrestricted gift | $8,000 |
| Gilchrist Hospice | Unrestricted gift | $7,500 |
| Immaculate Conception School | Unrestricted gift | $7,500 |
| Riding High Farm | Unrestricted gift | $7,500 |
| Valley Humane Society | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Paws in Need | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| City Serve of the Tri Valley | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Fordham University | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| The Arc of Monmouth Development Department | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Shepherds Gate | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Tri-Valley Animal Rescue | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Kqed | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Connecticut College | Unrestricted gift | $2,500 |
| Movable Feast | Unrestricted gift | $2,500 |
| Enoch Pratt Free Library - Department of Department of Institutional Advancement | Unrestricted gift | $2,500 |
| Class of 1981 Princeton University | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| University of SC Alumni Association | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Colorado State Univ Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Cal Poly State Univ Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Parnell Wood Buhlman
- First State Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does The WPW Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: September 15th.
How much does The WPW Foundation give?
$275,000 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs The WPW Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Parnell Wood Buhlman (Co-Trustee) and First State Trust Company (Co-Trustee).
What does The WPW Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.