Can Foundation
Accepts applications
Can Foundation is a private foundation in Encino, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $185,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $80,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$185,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2023 was down from $285,000 the year before.
0% of its 2023 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $285,000 | 8 | $4.4 million |
| 2023 | $185,000 | 7 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael Williams 16633 Ventura Blvd Suite 1320, Encino, CA 91436 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (310) 552-0960 |
| What to submit | For qualified 501(c)(3) organizations, they should state the need, proposed use of funds etc. |
| Restrictions | There are no restrictions on 501(c)(3) organizations. |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $80,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wild Orca | General fund | $80,000 |
| American Bird Conservancy | General fund | $20,000 |
| Center for Biological Diversity | General fund | $20,000 |
| Cornell Lab of Ornithology | Cornell lab of ornithology | $20,000 |
| Earth Justice | General fund | $20,000 |
| The Orangutan Project - USA | General fund | $20,000 |
| Double Edge Theater | General fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael S Williams
Questions people ask
Does Can Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Can Foundation give?
$185,000 in tax year 2023, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Can Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Michael S Williams (President/Sec/Treas).