F W Symmes Foundation
Historical FunderSaint Louis, Missouri · EIN 57-6017472 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $35,000 and $100,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | WELLS FARGO PHILANTHROPIC SERVICES |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 N MAIN ST, WINSTON SALEM NC 27101 |
| Phone | 8882341999 |
| N/A | |
| Form and materials | APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.WELLSFARGO.COM/PRIVATEFOUNDATIONGRANTS/ SYMMES. FORM CAN ALSO BE OBTAINED BY ELECTRONIC MAIL BY FAXING THE REQUEST TO WF AT 888-234-1999. |
| Deadlines | MARCH 15TH ANNUALLY FOR MAY TRUSTEE MEETING |
| Restrictions | GRANTS MUST HAVE A MEASURABLE IMPACT WITHIN GREENVILLE COUNTY, SC. THE MUST BE A TAX-EXEMPT NON PROFIT ENTITY WITH PROGRAMS AND SERVICES CONSISTENT WITH THE FOUNDATION'S MISSIONS |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville Tech Charter High School | Greenville, SC | General operating | $100,000 |
| YMCA Camp Greenville Fred Symmes Chapel | Greenville, SC | General operating | $100,000 |
| Phillis Wheatley Association | Greenville, SC | General operating | $100,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Greenville Inc | Greenville, SC | General operating | $100,000 |
| Peace Center Foundation | Greenville, SC | General operating | $100,000 |
| Livewell Greenville | Greenville, SC | General operating | $100,000 |
| Greenville Free Medical Clinic | Greenville, SC | General operating | $55,000 |
| Rebuild Upstate | Greenville, SC | General operating | $50,000 |
| St Anthony of Padua Catholic School | Greenville, SC | General operating | $50,000 |
| Urban League of the Upstate | Greenville, SC | General operating | $50,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greenville Inc | Greenville, SC | General operating | $50,000 |
| Upstate Circle of Friends | Greenville, SC | General operating | $35,000 |
| Center for Developmental Services | Greenville, SC | General operating | $35,000 |
| The Julie Valentine Center | Greenville, SC | General operating | $30,000 |
| Greenville Literacy Association Inc | Greenville, SC | General operating | $20,000 |
| Greater Good Greenville | Greenville, SC | General operating | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $977,500 | 16 |
| 2024 | $1,102,500 | 12 |
| 2023 | $889,300 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601249349102810
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 57-6017472
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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