Foundations that fund organizations in Canton, Texas
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Canton nonprofits
8 private foundations gave $67K to Canton organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 8 that say either way accept applications.
9 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Canton around $4,490. 4 of these funders are based in Texas; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 8
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 8 that state a policy
- Dollars to Canton
- $67K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 9
- Typical median grant
- $4,490
- Based in TX
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Canton organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lesley Liner Foundation | Mabank, TX | 1 | $38K | $38K | Preselected only | Gift |
| The Chambless Family Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 1 | $12K | $12K | Preselected only | General & Unrestricted |
| Texas Instruments Foundation | Dallas, TX | 1 | $6,000 | $6,000 | Yes | Donations to colleges, universities and other organizations… |
| Oneok Foundation Inc | Tulsa, OK | 1 | $4,490 | $4,490 | Yes | New battery fan for engine |
| Lee Merrick Foundation Inc | Canton, TX | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Preselected only | Support organization's mission |
| Bruce and Susan Wohlfeld Foundation | Green Cove Springs, FL | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | General charity |
| The Rohan Foundation | Dallas, TX | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | General purpose |
| Tractor Supply Company Foundation | Brentwood, TN | 2 | $500 | $250 | Yes | Hometown heroes donation |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Canton, Texas?
Lesley Liner Foundation, The Chambless Family Foundation, Texas Instruments Foundation, Oneok Foundation Inc, Lee Merrick Foundation Inc and 3 others reported grants to Canton organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Canton. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.