The Cantrell Group
The Cantrell Group is a private foundation based in Woodstock, Georgia. Its 2024 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, and the foundation states that it contributes only to preselected organizations.
The Cantrell Group at a glance
In short: The Cantrell Group gave $103K across 22 grants in 2024 (avg $5K), mostly in Georgia. 32% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $102,531
- +21.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 22
- +10.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $4,661
- +10.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,500
- Total assets
- $303,737
- -21.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 32% first-time grantees (7 of 22, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Georgia (78% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Cantrell Group
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 13682 Highway 92 Cottage 601, Woodstock, GA 30188
Phone: (404) 394-4100
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Cantrell Group funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was First Baptist of Woodstock ($47K). Together the top 10 received $91K.
Grant Size Distribution
134 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 131 grants of 134 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 78% of grant dollars went to recipients in Georgia, 9% to recipients in Washington, DC, 5% to Texas, and 2% each to Virginia and Missouri.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 22 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Cantrell Group open to new grantees?
32%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 7 of 22 grantees (32%) were first-time recipients. With only 22 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. First grants averaged $2K; repeat grants $6K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $2K repeat.
- 50% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 26% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 612% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $84K (2023) to $164K (2020). In 2024 it made 22 grants totaling $103K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Baptist of Woodstock Woodstock, GA | General Support | $46,750 |
| The Kings Academy Woodstock, GA | General Support | $17,000 |
| Grace Ministries International Marietta, GA | General Support | $5,731 |
| FRC Action Washington, DC | General Support | $5,500 |
| Disciple Maker Ministries Sherman, TX | General Support | $4,000 |
| Judicial Watch Washington, DC | General Support | $3,800 |
| Christian Families Today Newnan, GA | General Support | $2,000 |
| Faith Family Ministries Woodbridge, VA | General Support | $2,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes Kansas City, MO | General Support | $2,000 |
| Frontline Policy Council Newnan, GA | General Support | $2,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $303,737 | $21,390 | $106,288 | $102,531 | 22 | $103,031 | $16,130 | $16,826 |
| 2023 | $388,635 | $4,932 | $88,765 | $84,320 | 20 | $84,320 | $6,948 | $21,805 |
| 2022 | $474,668 | $-3 | $144,214 | $138,800 | 29 | $138,800 | $11,038 | $28,798 |
| 2021 | $616,685 | $36,082 | $145,466 | $139,400 | 28 | $141,490 | $34,859 | $36,693 |
| 2020 | $726,069 | $106,317 | $171,769 | $164,340 | 35 | — | $29,186 | $38,850 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Cantrell Group reported a distributable amount of $17K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grantees include organizations whose own stated missions involve Christian ministry, public policy, government accountability, and practical support for individuals and families. For example, Grace Ministries International describes its work as spreading the Gospel through ministries and mission programs; Judicial Watch describes its mission as promoting government integrity, transparency, and accountability; and Frontline Policy Council describes itself as a biblical organization addressing issues including life, religious freedom, education, and principled government. These are grantees’ descriptions of their own work, not statements of the foundation’s mission.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 22 grants totaling $102,531. Grant amounts ranged from $250 to $46,750, with a median grant of $1,500.
The largest reported grants included $46,750 to First Baptist of Woodstock and $17,000 to The King’s Academy, both for general support. Other grants included $5,731 to Grace Ministries International, $5,500 to FRC Action, $4,000 to Disciple Maker Ministries, and $3,800 to Judicial Watch. Each of these grants was listed for general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists the following trustees: Wesley E Cantrell Sr, Jamey Cantrell Wood, Kandy Cantrell Kimbrough, Wesley E Cantrell Jr, and Juli Cantrell Bethea.
The Cantrell Group's 2024 filing lists 5 officers; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jamey Cantrell Wood
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Juli Cantrell Bethea
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Kandy Cantrell Kimbrough
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Wesley E. Cantrell Jr.
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Wesley E. Cantrell Sr.
Trustee
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Bernadine Bigner Cantrell (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Wesley E. Cantrell (2020–2021) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Cantrell Group
How much does The Cantrell Group give each year?
The Cantrell Group gave $103K across 22 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $84K across 20 grants.
What is The Cantrell Group's typical grant size?
The Cantrell Group's median grant in 2024 was $1,500, and its average grant was $4,661, across 22 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Cantrell Group that year got $2K on average.
Where does The Cantrell Group give grants?
The Cantrell Group gives mostly in Georgia: 78% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was District of Columbia (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Woodstock, GA (4 grants), Washington, DC (2 grants) and Newnan, GA (2 grants).
Does The Cantrell Group give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Cantrell Group's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (22 of 22) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Cantrell Group's largest grantees?
The Cantrell Group's largest 2024 grantees include First Baptist of Woodstock ($46,750), The Kings Academy ($17,000) and Grace Ministries International ($5,731), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 68% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Cantrell Group?
The Cantrell Group reported $304K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $103K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $17K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Cantrell Group fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grantees include organizations whose own stated missions involve Christian ministry, public policy, government accountability, and practical support for individuals and families. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Cantrell Group?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Cantrell Group's EIN?
The Cantrell Group's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 58-6453056. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Cantrell Group accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The Cantrell Group funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 15, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-cantrell-group-morg_762b26f6a54842f49777fe21609a4950
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