The White Elephant Sale was started by Mark Cannon in 1936, and by resolution named in his honor in 1992.  The original purpose was to raise money for direct financial assistance to treat crippled children.  Later, contributions were made to the Rotary Clinic in Mobile.  The first sale netted $41.00.  Still later, sales raise money to match government funds for the purpose of building the Wiregrass Rehabilitation Center.  It has evolved into the funding vehicle for improvements for that facility.  White Elephant Sales money can be used for no other purpose.  It is administered by the Dothan Rotary Children's Foundation.  Club members own the foundation, and elect its governing body.