The Christine Brice Stevenson Community Charitable Trust was established under the Last Will and Testament of Ms. Christine Brice Stevenson, a resident of Abbeville County, South Carolina. Administered by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., the trust aims to support charitable activities focused on medical, educational, and religious causes. The trust is part of Wells Fargo’s Trust Philanthropic Services Private Foundations portfolio, which is designed to manage and distribute charitable funds in alignment with donor intent.
The purpose of the trust is to enrich the lives of residents by supporting organizations located specifically in Abbeville County, Anderson County, and the Due West community in South Carolina. Funding priorities include support for health, education, and human services, with a particular focus on religious initiatives. A key detail is that Erskine College and Erskine Seminary, despite being located within the priority area, are explicitly excluded from funding eligibility.
Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations operating within South Carolina. The trust favors organizations located in the specified counties and communities, but only institutions operating in the state are considered. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, though to be considered for the annual review, applications must be submitted by June 30. The annual review takes place in August, and applicants are notified of decisions by September.
The trust typically distributes a modest number of awards each year, averaging four grants with an average size of $1,000. The total annual disbursement from the trust is approximately $5,000. Selected grantees may be required to submit periodic progress and final reports detailing the use and impact of the awarded funds. The grantmaking process is streamlined, and applicants receive an automated confirmation email upon submission.
For additional guidance or support, applicants can reach out via phone at 1-888-235-4351 or email at grantadministration@wellsfargo.com. More information about Wells Fargo’s broader philanthropic efforts can be found through their Philanthropy and Community Impact resources.
