Cannon Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cannon Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $271,200 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $40,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$271,200
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees76%
Giving in 2025 was up from $220,000 the year before.
76% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $201,000 | 15 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $220,000 | 14 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $271,200 | 31 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
Cannon Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Cannon Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 18 | $191,200 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $50,500 |
| New York | 5 | $24,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish National Fund | To advance the organization's purpose. | $40,000 |
| Jews for Judaism | To advance the organization's purpose. | $35,000 |
| New Israel Fund | To advance the organization's purpose. | $35,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | To advance the organization's purpose. | $25,000 |
| Sova Food Pantry | To advance the organization's purpose. | $20,000 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | To advance the organization's purpose. | $20,000 |
| Individual | To advance the organization's purpose. | $15,000 |
| Finca | To advance the organization's purpose | $10,000 |
| Individual | To advance the organization's purpose. | $10,000 |
| National Council of Jew Women | To advance the organization's purpose. | $5,000 |
| Hadasiah | To advance the organization's purpose. | $5,000 |
| Creative Community for Peace | To advance the organization's purpose. | $5,000 |
| Individual | To advance the organization's purpose. | $5,000 |
| Antidefamation League | To advance the organization's purpose. | $5,000 |
| Individual | To advance the organization's purpose. | $4,000 |
| Feminist Majority Foundation | To advance the organization's purpose. | $4,000 |
| Wrrap | To advance the organization's purpose. | $3,000 |
| Ford Motor Good Foundation | To advance the organization's purpose. | $3,000 |
| City of Hope | To advance the organization's purpose. | $2,700 |
| Aida | To advance the organization's purpose. | $2,500 |
| Chabad North of Montana | To advance the organization's purpose. | $2,500 |
| B'nai Brith Heritage Society | To advance the organization's purpose. | $2,000 |
| Survivors Mitzvah Work Project | To advance the organization's purpose | $2,000 |
| People for the American Way | To advance the organization's purpose | $2,000 |
| Individual | To advance the organization's purpose. | $2,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc | To advance the organization's purpose. | $2,000 |
| Individual | To advance the organization's purpose. | $1,500 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | To advance the organization's purpose | $1,000 |
| KCRW | To advance the organization's purpose. | $1,000 |
| Academy for Jewish Religion | To advance the organization's purpose. | $500 |
| Accuracy in Media | To advance the organization's purpose. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sara Cannon
- Robert Cannon
Questions people ask
Does Cannon Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cannon Family Foundation give?
$271,200 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Cannon Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sara Cannon (President) and Robert Cannon (Treasurer).
What does Cannon Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.