Skip To Main Content
Parachute
Endowment

Endowment Investments

The endowment at Cannon School builds the foundation for long-term stability and success, providing a perpetual source of support for the school.

Through an endowed gift, a donor may provide future generations
with the exceptional experience of a Cannon education. 

An endowment is a permanent fund that supports what matters most to you, whether it is helping students thrive, supporting faculty and curriculum enhancements, or enriching our innovative programs. The principal is held in perpetuity and invested for long-term growth. A percentage of the endowment’s total market value is made available each year to support the purpose as mutually agreed upon by you and the school.

New endowment funds may be created with gifts of $50,000 or more. 

Establishing a named fund provides a personally meaningful way for you to support Cannon. 

An individual or family may choose to establish a named fund that will support an area of the school that is most important to them and their family, support Cannon’s general endowment, or support an existing endowed fund. The principal from these funds is held in perpetuity and invested for long-term growth.

Based on spending limits established by the Board, a portion of the total market value is
made available to support the school, and any remaining funds are reinvested to ensure the school’s financial stability for generations to come. For a named endowed fund, according to those same spending guidelines, a portion of the total market value of the fund is made available
to support the purpose of the fund as defined by the donor.

A fund can be established through a multi-year pledge payable within five years or a one-time gift. The Advancement Office will work with you to prepare a written endowment agreement outlining the purpose of the fund and Cannon School’s commitment to administering the fund according to your intentions.

Interested in an Endowment?

For more information on how you can support Cannon through an endowed fund, please contact Lauren Biggers, Associate Director of Advancement, who will be delighted to assist you.

a rainbow graphic representing Cannon School's endowment

 

 

Athletic Endowment Opportunity

The Wheels Fund provides financial assistance for student-athlete expenses not covered by existing aid, including equipment, travel, and other educational needs, ensuring that more students have the opportunity to experience the team spirit, growth, and joy that meant so much to Matthew.

Matthew "Wheels" Wheeler Athletic Endowment

Before Matthew was part of a team on the field, he was part of a team at home. Growing up in a family of six siblings, he relished his role as a brother and exuded loyalty, support, and camaraderie within his family long before he brought those qualities to his coaches and teammates.

Matthew’s passion for sports and love of being part of a team shaped his experience at Cannon and the person he became. After his unexpected passing in 2021,  Matthew's family was deeply moved by the outpouring of love and support from the Cannon community. In response, the Matthew “Wheels” Wheeler Athletic Endowment Fund was established as a living tribute to Matthew’s spirit.

We invite you to watch, remember, and consider supporting a fund that carries forward his love of the game and commitment to team.  Nicolle Anderson reflects on the life and legacy of her son, Matthew “Wheels” Wheeler ’19, a beloved son, devoted brother, teammate, and true student of the game at Cannon School.
 

 

Ways to Give

The Cannon Fund

Your gift enriches the Cannon experience for every student by providing updated and expanded student programs in each division and by providing professional development opportunities for our talented faculty and staff.

Learn more.

Capital Giving

Learn about our previous Capitol Campaigns and how to get information about current projects.

Learn more.

Endowment

Cannon School’s endowment builds the foundation for long- term stability and success.

Learn more.

Corporate Partners

The Corporate Partnership program offers businesses multiple ways to reach the Cannon School community and beyond while supporting the school’s enduring commitment to educational excellence.

Learn more.

Planned Giving

Give a gift that will Go Beyond your lifetime and help students at Cannon continue to reach new heights.

Learn more.