Cannon Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Cannon Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Flowood, Mississippi. In tax year 2024 it gave $88,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $3,400 and the largest $60,000. 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$88,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$3,400
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $86,000 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $86,000 | 9 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $88,000 | 10 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Cannon Charitable Foundation Inc 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 Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 5 | $69,400 |
| Texas | 2 | $9,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $7,600 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Msu Foundation | Provide scholarships | $60,000 |
| Project 25 | Healing orphan children | $5,000 |
| Scottish Rite Hospital | Provide quality care to children | $4,000 |
| Nra Foundation | Defend the right to bear arms | $3,800 |
| National Right to Work | Eliminating unionism abuses | $3,800 |
| Gateway Rescue | Food & clothing for homeless | $3,000 |
| American Cancer Society | For eliminating cancer | $2,200 |
| American Heart Assoc | Eliminating heart disease | $2,200 |
| Msu Foundation - Band | Provide scholarships | $2,000 |
| Oak Mountain Highschool Band Booste | Buy band equipment | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William B Ferrell Jr
- Dora S Ferrell
- Arthur M Edwards III
Questions people ask
Does Cannon Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cannon Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$88,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $3,400.
Who runs Cannon Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists William B Ferrell Jr (President), Dora S Ferrell (Secretary-Tr) and Arthur M Edwards III (Assistant SE).
What does Cannon Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.