The Cannon Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Cannon Fund is a private foundation in Norton Shores, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $97,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$97,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $80,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $80,000 | 12 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $97,000 | 11 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The Cannon Fund 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 Cannon Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 9 | $82,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of the Lakeshore United Way of the Lakeshore | Public | $25,000 |
| Friends of Hackley Public Library | Public | $15,000 |
| Lakeshore Museum Center | Public | $15,000 |
| Muskegon Museum of Art | Public | $10,000 |
| Pierpoint PTA | Public | $10,000 |
| Lili'uokalani Gardens of the Island of Hawaii | Public | $5,000 |
| Michigan Tech Fund | Public | $5,000 |
| West Michigan Symphony | Public | $5,000 |
| YMCA Camp Pendalouan | Public | $5,000 |
| Mona Lake Watershed Council | Public | $1,000 |
| Wings of Mercy | Public | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carolyn Cannon
- Christine Cannon Bucher
- George Cannon III
Questions people ask
Does The Cannon Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cannon Fund give?
$97,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Cannon Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Carolyn Cannon (Trustee), Christine Cannon Bucher (Trustee) and George Cannon III (Trustee).
What does The Cannon Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.