Cannon Valley Communications Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cannon Valley Communications Foundation is a private foundation in Elysian, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $144,150 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$144,150
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $124,500 the year before.
43% 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 | $95,500 | 30 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $124,500 | 31 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $144,150 | 30 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Cannon Valley Communications 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 Valley Communications Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 25 | $107,150 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $16,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of South Dakota Foundation | Medical scholarships | $20,000 |
| Frost Firemen's Relief Association | Equipment | $12,250 |
| Venice Theatre | Grant | $10,000 |
| Bricelyn American Legion | Matching funds for roof repair | $6,900 |
| Bricelyn Community Club | Matching funds for park & pool and community club | $5,500 |
| Bricelyn Fireman Relief Association | Equipment | $5,000 |
| Como Friends | Grant | $5,000 |
| Elysian Fire Department Relief Association | Equipment | $5,000 |
| Freeborn Fire Department | Equipment | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Bwca | Grant | $5,000 |
| Kiester Fire Department | Equipment | $5,000 |
| Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Foundation | Grant | $5,000 |
| Minnesota Zoo Foundation | Grant | $5,000 |
| Morristown Fire Department | Equipment | $5,000 |
| The Kee Civic Theatre Association | Grant | $5,000 |
| All Faiths Food Bank Inc | Donation for food purchases | $3,000 |
| Bricelyn Food Pantry | Grant | $3,000 |
| Channel One Regional Food Bank | Donation for food purchases | $3,000 |
| Marie Selby Gardens | Grant | $3,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | Grant | $3,000 |
| Minnesota State Mankato Foundation | Grant | $3,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | Donation for food purchases | $3,000 |
| True Friends - Tee It Up for Campers | Grant | $3,000 |
| Waterville-Elysian Food Shelf | Donation for food purchases | $3,000 |
| Wells Area Food Shelf | Donation for food purchases | $3,000 |
| Ruth's House | Grant | $2,500 |
| South Blue Earth & Bethany Women of the Church | Grant | $2,500 |
| Good Hope Parish | Grant | $2,000 |
| Minnesota Telecom Alliance Foundation | Scholarship match program | $1,500 |
| Logan Baker Foundation | Fundraiser for children with disabilities | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Loretta A Johnson
- Matthew J Johnson
- Jesse R Johnson
- Kristina Johnson
Questions people ask
Does Cannon Valley Communications Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cannon Valley Communications Foundation give?
$144,150 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Cannon Valley Communications Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Loretta A Johnson (President/Director), Matthew J Johnson (Secretary/Treas/Director), Jesse R Johnson (Director) and Kristina Johnson (Director).
What does Cannon Valley Communications Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, human services and education.