Marshall and Ellen Peters Family Foundation Grant

The Marshall and Ellen Peters Family Foundation is a charitable fund managed under the Wells Fargo Trust Philanthropic Services Private Foundations. This foundation was established by Ellen Bookman Peters, a civic leader and longtime resident of Bryan, Texas. Her philanthropic vision was shaped by a lifelong commitment to Presbyterian faith and community advancement, and her legacy is now sustained through the foundation's targeted charitable giving. The foundation is governed by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., and supports organizations that primarily serve the residents of Brazos County, Texas. Additionally, churches and agencies affiliated with the Presbyterian Church U.S.A. in both Brazos and Grimes counties are also eligible for funding consideration. The foundation's mission is to support qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that focus on enhancing community wellbeing through a variety of service areas. These include arts, culture and humanities, education, environment and animal welfare, health, human services, public and societal benefit, and religion. The foundation places geographic limits on its funding, with an emphasis on organizations that operate within Brazos County, Texas, though some flexibility exists for Presbyterian Church U.S.A. entities in nearby Grimes County. These geographic and religious criteria reflect the founders’ strong community ties and religious values. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year, but to be considered for the annual grant review meeting held in the fall, submissions must be completed online by July 31. The application process must be conducted via an online portal, with accommodations available for users with assistive technology. Once an application is submitted, the applicant will receive an automated confirmation email. Grant decisions are generally made by the end of the calendar year for those who meet the July 31 deadline. Required documentation and progress reporting are determined on a case-by-case basis, and funded projects may be required to submit periodic updates or final reports. The foundation distributes an average of $50,000 annually in total giving, though specific award ceilings and floors are not publicly specified. The foundation does not publicly state how many awards are granted per cycle, nor are match requirements discussed, suggesting that these may be determined based on the nature and scope of each application. No information is provided regarding prior recipients or funding ranges per applicant, so organizations are encouraged to tailor their funding requests appropriately based on project scope and community need. For applicants with questions or technical issues, Wells Fargo provides dedicated support through its philanthropic services division. Support is available by phone at 1-888-235-4351 or by email at grantadministration@wellsfargo.com. Additional background on Wells Fargo’s broader philanthropic strategy is available on the Wells Fargo Philanthropy and Community Impact page, though that site does not provide additional specific guidance on this particular foundation’s process. This opportunity does not offer individual educational scholarships; individuals interested in such opportunities should refer to csascholars.org. All eligibility and submission guidelines listed on the foundation's public website are subject to the terms outlined in its governing instruments, which take precedence in the event of discrepancies. Organizations considering applying are encouraged to review eligibility criteria carefully and submit their completed application before the July 31 deadline to ensure full consideration during the foundation’s annual review cycle.