Canda Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Canda Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $2,000. 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$11,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$200,057
Giving in 2025 was up from $7,038 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,005 | 0 | $98,898 |
| 2024 | $7,038 | 0 | $183,027 |
| 2025 | $11,000 | 15 | $200,057 |
How to apply
Canda 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Canda Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 5 | $4,500 |
| Maryland | 3 | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1,500 |
| Delaware | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Links Trust | Municipal Golf | $2,000 |
| Island Housing Trust | Affordable Housing | $1,000 |
| Pension Rights Center | Pension Reform | $1,000 |
| Gold Star Spouses of the United States | 501 c3 supporting spouses | $1,000 |
| Waynesboro Family YMCA | Educational | $1,000 |
| I Support Girls | Support women | $500 |
| DC Diaper Bank | Diapers | $500 |
| Comfort Cases | Support women | $500 |
| Lafayette HSA | School HSA | $500 |
| Clayborn Temple | Religious | $500 |
| Cure Epilepsy | Healthcare | $500 |
| Natl Immigration Law Ctr | Law | $500 |
| Avalon Theater | Arts | $500 |
| Farm Neck Foundation | MV Charities | $500 |
| Mongomery Housing Partnership | Housing | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- E Scallet
Questions people ask
Does Canda Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Canda Foundation give?
$11,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Canda Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists E Scallet (President).
What does Canda Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and housing and homelessness.