The Canda Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Canda Charitable Trust is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$21.5 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $716,500 the year before.
38% 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 | $716,500 | 18 | $21.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 24 | $21.5 million |
How to apply
The Canda Charitable Trust 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 The Canda Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 24 | $1.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Vincent Depaul Society | Rapid rehousing pilot program | $100,000 |
| Sweet Babies | Part time executive director, supplies & it support | $75,000 |
| Incarnate Word Church | Parish school and community engagement | $75,000 |
| Animal House Cat Rescue | General support | $60,000 |
| Ranken Jordan Hospital | Optimization zone | $50,000 |
| Marygrove Child Center | Therapeutic residential program | $50,000 |
| Good Shepard Family Services | Maternity shelter and transitional living program | $50,000 |
| St Louis Crisis Nursery | Keeping kids safe program | $50,000 |
| Duo Dogs Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Open Door Animal Sanctuary | Second chance building campaign | $50,000 |
| Our Little Haven | Meals & housing for at risk children of abuse and neglect | $50,000 |
| St Martha's | Emergency shelter & support for women & children experiencing domestic violence | $50,000 |
| Scholarship Foundation of St Louis | Postsecondary education aid to community residents with financial needs | $50,000 |
| St Louis Counseling Center | School partnership program assisting K-12 students who need therapy | $40,000 |
| Shriners Children's Hospital | Hand camp | $36,000 |
| Ready Readers | Story time program | $35,000 |
| Queen of Peace Center | Nurturing networks | $35,000 |
| Epworth Children Family Services | Crisis & outreach services to at-risk children | $30,000 |
| Apa Missouri | Keeping pets and people together support programs | $25,000 |
| Humane Society of Missouri | Ending the cycle of animal abuse and pet overpopulation | $25,000 |
| Immaculate Heart of Mary Church | Emergency building maintenance | $25,000 |
| Impetus Ag | Dog & cat shelter | $25,000 |
| L'arche St Louis | Independent living for adults with disabilities | $25,000 |
| Mercy Conference Retreat Center | Spiritual retreat center | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Roth
- Teri McCarthy
Questions people ask
Does The Canda Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Canda Charitable Trust give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Canda Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter Roth (Trustee) and Teri McCarthy (Trustee).
What does The Canda Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and animals.