The Cason Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cason Foundation is a private foundation in Coushatta, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $153,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$153,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$140,334
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $213,900 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $708,567 | 27 | $142,274 |
| 2024 | $213,900 | 20 | $51,896 |
| 2025 | $153,000 | 14 | $140,334 |
How to apply
The Cason 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 The Cason Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California. It also paid $12,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $36,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $12,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $12,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $12,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $12,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $12,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $12,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $8,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Mississippi | Educational | $15,000 |
| Calvary Baptist Church | Covenant church | $12,000 |
| City Walk Church | Covenant church | $12,000 |
| Manchester Project | Covenant church | $12,000 |
| Pathfinder Church | Covenant church | $12,000 |
| Redemption Hill Church | Covenant church | $12,000 |
| Salvo Por Gracia | Covenant church | $12,000 |
| Storyline Church | Covenant church | $12,000 |
| Thirst Church | Covenant church | $12,000 |
| Trailhead Church | Covenant church | $12,000 |
| Turn Chuch | Covenant church | $12,000 |
| East Texas Baptist University | Scholarships | $8,000 |
| Citizen's Church | Covenant church | $6,000 |
| University of Louisiana Monroe | Educational | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- R Edgar Cason
- Flora C Cason
- Drew Landry
- Matt Endris
- Sawyer Cason
- Dan Cason
Questions people ask
Does The Cason Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cason Foundation give?
$153,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs The Cason Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists R Edgar Cason (Secretary/Treasurer), Flora C Cason (President), Drew Landry (Director) and Matt Endris (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Cason Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.