The Emma Carey Groh Trust is a private foundation managed by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., through its Trust Philanthropic Services division. The Trust was established under the Last Will and Testament of Emma Carey Groh and is dedicated to supporting vulnerable children, particularly those with disabilities, living in group homes, orphanages, and homeless shelters. This initiative is part of Wells Fargo's broader Wealth & Investment Management services, which also include various philanthropic and financial solutions.
The mission of the Trust is to provide grants that directly benefit children, with a special focus on those with disabilities. Programs eligible for funding must deliver direct services to children residing in structured care environments such as group homes, orphanages, or homeless shelters. The Trust does not support construction costs, capital improvements, or any expenses that do not directly benefit the children.
Grants are typically awarded annually, with a single application review cycle. The annual deadline for applications is May 1, and applicants will be notified of funding decisions within approximately three months of this deadline. Applications can be submitted online and are accepted throughout the year, but only those received by May 1 will be considered for that year’s funding cycle. Applicants receive email confirmations upon submission.
The Trust generally awards one to two grants each year, with an average grant size of $4,000 and total annual giving averaging around $4,500. Preference is given to initiatives that specifically support children with disabilities, reflecting the Trust's targeted mission focus. All applicants must be organizations recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
For further inquiries, organizations can reach out to Wells Fargo’s grant administration team by calling 1-888-235-4351 or emailing grantadministration@wellsfargo.com. Additional details about Wells Fargo's philanthropic efforts can be accessed via their Community Giving page.
