Abstract: A powder dispensing device for dispensing powder in controlled quantities used in connection with playing billiards is disclosed. The device of the present invention includes a box-type enclosure made of wood or plastic or other suitable material, into which a loose weave cloth container containing powder such as talcum powder is attached to the bottom surface of a substantially semi-circular mounting platform inside the enclosure, closely adjacent to and above an opening in the front of the enclosure. Mounting flanges formed by extending the back of the enclosure beyond the length of the sides of the enclosure allow the entire device to be mounted to a wall or other substantially vertical surface. When the cloth container is agitated, the powder is dispensed directly onto the fingers of a player.