Wep Foundation
Accepts applications
Wep Foundation is a private foundation in Charleston, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$14,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $29,239 the year before.
75% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $71,050 | 8 | $813,596 |
| 2024 | $29,239 | 10 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $14,000 | 4 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Walker Buxton 2 Cochran Court, Charleston, SC 29407 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (843) 478-0346, walkerpmbuxton@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Letter detailing needs and proposed use of funds |
| Restrictions | No restrictions |
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 4 | $14,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | General support | $10,000 |
| Pure Theatre | General support | $2,000 |
| Grace Episcopal Church | General support | $1,000 |
| CCC Employee Assistance Fund | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Walker Buxton
- Edward Buxton
- David P Brown
Questions people ask
Does Wep Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Wep Foundation give?
$14,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Wep Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Walker Buxton (Director), Edward Buxton (Secretary) and David P Brown (Treasurer).