WCNC Cannon Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
WCNC Cannon Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $731,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $21,000 and the largest $165,000. 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$731,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$21,000
- Largest grant$165,000
- Assets$16.3 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $794,000 the year before.
11% 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 | $670,000 | 23 | $13.9 million |
| 2024 | $794,000 | 21 | $15.1 million |
| 2025 | $731,000 | 19 | $16.3 million |
How to apply
WCNC Cannon 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.
What WCNC Cannon Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 15 | $661,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church | Support | $165,000 |
| Rowan Cabarrus YMCA | Education | $125,000 |
| Cooperative Christian Ministry | General operating | $120,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Cabarrus County | General operating | $30,000 |
| Central North Carolina Council Boys Scouts of America | General operating | $25,000 |
| Cvan | General operating | $25,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General operating | $25,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General operating | $25,000 |
| Young Life | General operating | $25,000 |
| Cannon School | General operating | $21,000 |
| Augstine Literacy Project | General operating | $20,000 |
| Austism Society of North Carolina | General operating | $20,000 |
| Cabarrus County Meals on Wheels | General operating | $20,000 |
| Heart Math Tutoring Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Greater Cabarrus Foundation | General operating | $20,000 |
| Air Safety Foundation | General operating | $15,000 |
| Concord Bible Teaching Association Concord Operating Budget | General operating | $15,000 |
| Rumple Memorial Presbyterian Church | General operating | $10,000 |
| Rideability Therapeutic Riding Center Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Pinnacle Bank
- William C Cannon Jr
Questions people ask
Does WCNC Cannon Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does WCNC Cannon Charitable Trust give?
$731,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $21,000.
Who runs WCNC Cannon Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Pinnacle Bank (Trustee) and William C Cannon Jr (Co-Trustee).
What does WCNC Cannon Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.