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Who funds education in Mississippi: 236 foundations, $20.7 million in grants

236 private foundations paid 551 grants totaling $20,706,664 to education nonprofits in Mississippi, in each foundation's latest Form 990-PF return, filed with the IRS from 2024 to 2026. The largest funder is Lilly Endowment Inc, with $7,539,600 in 4 grants.

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Cause
Education
Recipients in
Mississippi
Foundations
236
Grants
551
Total granted
$20,706,664

Foundations that funded education in Mississippi

Ranked by the total each paid to these recipients.

FoundationBased inGrantsTotalLargest grantLargest grant toPurposeSource
Lilly Endowment IncIndianapolis, IN4$7,539,600$5,500,000Wesley Biblical SeminaryPathways for tomorrow initiativeapps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncJackson, MS17$1,675,000$300,000Jackson Academy IncCapital campaignapps.irs.gov
WK Kellogg FoundationBattle Creek, MI5$1,475,000$515,000University of MississippiEarly Care and Educationapps.irs.gov
The Roots and Wings Foundation IncSeattle, WA1$680,000$680,000University of Mississippi FDNPrenatal through age threeapps.irs.gov
Elisabeth C Deluca Foundation IncPompano Beach, FL1$550,000$550,000Phi Theta Kappa FoundationDeluca adn nursing scholarshipapps.irs.gov
The Chin Family FoundationWilmington, DE1$500,000$500,000University of Southern Mississippi FoundationGeneral & Unrestrictedapps.irs.gov
The William & Flora Hewlett FoundationMenlo Park, CA2$500,000$400,000Institute for Democratic Education in AmericaFor general operating supportapps.irs.gov
Mississippi Power Foundation IncGulfport, MS3$430,500$400,500University of MississippiContribution for the new Patterson School of Accountancyapps.irs.gov
Phil Hardin FoundationMeridian, MS6$368,492$100,000The Mississippi Reading ClinicMs reading clinit pilotapps.irs.gov
Builders Vision FoundationChicago, IL1$350,000$350,000University of Mississippito support a project to develop and publish educational resources concerning state marine aquaculture policiesapps.irs.gov
Holloway Foundation IncNashville, TN2$350,000$250,000The University of Mississippi FoundationSupport for universityapps.irs.gov
Old Ladies Home AssociationRidgeland, MS1$330,164$330,164Wilson Research FoundationMedical rehabilitationapps.irs.gov
Toyota USA FoundationPlano, TX1$318,700$318,700University of Mississippi FoundationClose the stem gap for diverse students by removing barriers that prevent access to stem. this includes creating innovative, hands-on stem programming, assisting in professional and leadership developapps.irs.gov
James W Hood Family FoundationJackson, MS2$307,000$300,000Belhaven UniversityTo provide education opportunities and supportapps.irs.gov
Donald S Pichitino Educ Trust XXXXX9000Chicago, IL1$302,876$302,876University of MississippiGeneralapps.irs.gov
Kelly Gene Cook Sr Charitable FoundationHouston, TX3$210,000$125,000University of Southern Mississippi FoundationDuBard School for Language Disordersapps.irs.gov
G R Olliphant Revoc Trust No TwoBirmingham, AL1$177,303$177,303Univ of Southern Mississippi FDNGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
JPMorgan Chase FoundationNew York, NY5$150,510$150,000Alcorn State University Foundation IncIn support of neighborhood revitalizationapps.irs.gov
Parker Lifeshare FoundationMadison, MS2$150,000$100,000The Mississippi Reading ClinicProgram fundingapps.irs.gov
The Coca-Cola Foundation IncAtlanta, GA1$150,000$150,000Phi Theta Kappa FoundationPhi Theta Kappa Scholar Supportapps.irs.gov
Walton Family Foundation IncBentonville, AR1$150,000$150,000Spring Initiative IncTo strengthen program quality and staff capacity to ensure 119 Coahoma County students have the continued support to create personal, academic and career goals.apps.irs.gov
HF McCarty Jr Family FoundationRidgeland, MS2$140,000$90,000Millsaps CollegeOperating supportapps.irs.gov
The Paul and Sherry Broadhead FoundationMeridian, MS2$125,000$75,000The University of Mississippi FoundationGeneral operations of the organizationapps.irs.gov
Robert M & Lenore W Carrier FoundationBirmingham, AL1$101,970$101,970The University of Mississippi FoundationGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
Sandberg Goldberg Bernthal Family Charitable FoundationSan Francisco, CA1$100,000$100,000University of Mississippi FoundationReceiving, receipting, investing, and distributing gifts for the benefit of the university of mississippiapps.irs.gov
The Charles Barkley Foundation IncVestavia Hills, AL1$100,000$100,000Jackson State UniversityScholarship fundapps.irs.gov
The Edward E Ford Foundation XXXXX2009Chicago, IL1$100,000$100,000The Piney Woods SchoolGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
The Noblitt FoundationJackson, MS1$100,000$100,000Wesley Biblical SeminaryTo contribute to the charitable purpose of the organization.apps.irs.gov
The Teagle FoundationNew York, NY1$100,000$100,000University of Mississippi FoundationKnowledge for Freedom initiativeapps.irs.gov
Jessie Smith Noyes FoundationNew York, NY2$80,000$40,000Southern Echo IncGeneral operating supportapps.irs.gov
The Annexstad Family FoundationAlpharetta, GA1$75,270$75,270University of MississippiScholarshipapps.irs.gov
Puente de Maravillas FoundationSan Antonio, TX1$75,000$75,000International Trumpet GuildArtsapps.irs.gov
Rowling FoundationDallas, TX1$75,000$75,000Reformed Theological SeminaryEducate future pastors, church planters, missionaries, teachers, counselors, and educators who will go out and proclaim the gospel and disciple the nationsapps.irs.gov
The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation IncMilwaukee, WI1$75,000$75,000Mississippi Center for Public PolicyTo support general operationsapps.irs.gov
Graeber FoundationMarks, MS4$74,000$40,500University of MississippiSupport of charitable operationsapps.irs.gov
Homer Skelton Charitable FoundationWilmington, DE1$73,000$73,000Northpoint Christian School IncAnnual Fund - playground and athleticsapps.irs.gov
Lower Pearl River Valley FoundationPicayune, MS1$59,400$59,400Community of Christians Helping YouthNext level studentapps.irs.gov
The Wilbourn Memorial French Camp Academy TrustMeridian, MS1$56,070$56,070French Camp AcademyProvide support to the campapps.irs.gov
The Cricket Island FoundationNew York, NY2$55,000$45,000Nollie Jenkins Family Center IncLeadership transition grantapps.irs.gov
Vicksburg Medical FoundationVicksburg, MS2$55,000$50,000Mississippi CollegeScholarships and general administratapps.irs.gov
Sam E & Burnice C Wittel FoundationJackson, MS6$52,000$30,000Mississippi Center for Public PolicyGeneralapps.irs.gov
C Spire FoundationRidgeland, MS7$51,500$15,000Jackson State UniversityAnnual Scholarshipapps.irs.gov
Windgate Charitable Foundation IncLittle Rock, AR1$50,060$50,060Millsaps CollegeArt education improvementapps.irs.gov
Clara Elizabeth Jackson Carter FoundationHyattsville, MD1$50,000$50,000Alcorn State University FoundationGeneral operating supportapps.irs.gov
Dart Foundation Fka Solid Waste Management FoundationMason, MI1$50,000$50,000Friends of the Children of Mississippi IncBuild a sensory friendly classroom as well as purchase additional sensory friendly items for multiple classrooms.apps.irs.gov
Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist FoundationNashville, TN1$50,000$50,000University of Mississippi FoundationGlobal leadership circle fund - $5,000; robert c. khayat lecture series fund - $45,000.apps.irs.gov
Regions FoundationBirmingham, AL1$50,000$50,000Mississippi Council On Economic EducationFinancial wellness programapps.irs.gov
Selby and Richard McRae FoundationJackson, MS1$50,000$50,000Wilson Research FoundationNew equipmentapps.irs.gov
Ware Foundation IncMadison, MS1$50,000$50,000Madison Ridgeland Academy2024 donationapps.irs.gov
Fulton C Sneed Jr Trust Uw Mississippi CBirmingham, AL1$49,626$49,626Mississippi CollegeScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
The Kroger Co FoundationCincinnati, OH3$45,500$20,000Jackson State University Development Foundation IncOrganization's charitable purposeapps.irs.gov
Feild Co-Operative AssociationRidgeland, MS3$45,000$30,000Madison Ridgeland AcademyGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
The James C Wilbourn Lamar School Endowment TrustMeridian, MS1$44,962$44,962Lamar School FoundationEducationapps.irs.gov
Jessie Ball Dupont Religious Charitable & Educational FundJacksonville, FL2$42,500$40,000Piney Woods SchoolPlacemakingapps.irs.gov
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi FoundationFlowood, MS2$40,000$30,000Blue Mountain Christian UniversityHealth & wellness - university and college tobacco-free policy | tier 3apps.irs.gov
Shell USA Company FoundationHouston, TX13$38,797$13,247Jackson State University13246.88apps.irs.gov
The Pruet FoundationJackson, MS2$38,000$33,000Wesley Biblical SeminaryUnrestrictedapps.irs.gov
Mary Emily Wilson Charitable TrustBirmingham, AL3$37,656$25,000Greenwood Leflore Educational FoundationGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
Robert & Dee Leggett FoundationGreat Falls, VA1$35,000$35,000Millsaps CollegeKaxil kiuic kuche/chulul palace archaeology projectapps.irs.gov
Walker FoundationRidgeland, MS3$35,000$20,000Providence Christian AcademyTo support the mission of the organization.apps.irs.gov
C Harmon Scholarship Trust UwSaint Louis, MO1$34,800$34,800The Piney Woods SchoolScholarshipapps.irs.gov
The Cynthia Lake Charitable TrustReno, NV1$34,000$34,000Illuminations Center for DyslexiaCarry out charitable purpose of foundationapps.irs.gov
The Herb Alpert FoundationSanta Monica, CA1$33,850$33,850The International Trumpet GuildCharitableapps.irs.gov
Surv Trust Piney Woods SCH UwDallas, TX1$32,450$32,450Piney Woods SchoolUnrestricted generalapps.irs.gov
Amazonsmile FoundationSeattle, WA185$31,383$2,201Benedict Day SchoolGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Jeremy C McCamic Family Foundation IncWheeling, WV1$30,000$30,000University of Mississippi FoundationLouise thorton (lisa)apps.irs.gov
John D and Catherine T Macarthur FoundationChicago, IL1$30,000$30,000University of Mississippi FoundationIn support of a local news summitapps.irs.gov
The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell Foundation IncBaltimore, MD1$30,000$30,000Steps Coalitiongeneral supportapps.irs.gov
The Emry Oxford Foundation IncGreenville, MS1$30,000$30,000French Camp AcademyCharityapps.irs.gov
Warren A Hood Jr Family FoundationHattiesburg, MS2$30,000$25,000Presbyterian Christian SchoolTo support the purpose of the organizationapps.irs.gov
Eades FoundationChampaign, IL1$28,000$28,000Spring Initiative IncOperating expenses for education facilityapps.irs.gov
Phoebe R & John D Lewis FoundationGreen Bay, WI1$25,000$25,000Piney Woods SchoolAnnnual fundapps.irs.gov
Regions FoundationJackson, MS1$25,000$25,000French Camp AcademyGeneralapps.irs.gov
The BGR Foundation IncWashington, DC1$25,000$25,000The University of Mississippi FoundationOperating expensesapps.irs.gov
The David J Cooper Family Charitable Foundation IncMobile, AL1$25,000$25,000Madison Ridgeland AcademyUnrestrictedapps.irs.gov
The Howard Gilman Foundation IncNew York, NY1$25,000$25,000University of Mississippi FoundationTrustee grant - for the ray mabus dept. of political science endowmentapps.irs.gov
The Luckyday Foundation Trustmark Bank TrusteeJackson, MS1$25,000$25,000The Wilson Research FoundationTo provide support of rehabilitation center clinical research and therapyapps.irs.gov
Sociological Initiatives Foundation IncBoston, MA1$24,875$24,875University of MississippiProgram supportapps.irs.gov
Leo W Seal Jr Family FoundationBay St Louis, MS3$23,000$10,000University of Mississippi FoundationEducationapps.irs.gov
Van Devender Family Foundation William Van Devender TrusteeJackson, MS5$22,700$12,000Mississippi Scholarship Fund IncSchoolapps.irs.gov
Elmer & Gladys Ferguson Charitable TrustDewitt, AR2$22,500$20,000The Magee FoundationGeneral fundapps.irs.gov
The Martin Family FoundationNew Orleans, LA1$22,500$22,500Jackson AcademyCommunity welfareapps.irs.gov
Algernon Sydney Sullivan FoundationOxford, MS1$20,000$20,000Rust CollegeEducationalapps.irs.gov
Ed Uihlein Family FoundationLake Forest, IL1$20,000$20,000University of the Mississippi Foundation theGeneralapps.irs.gov
Lewis A Graeber TrustMarks, MS2$20,000$10,000French Camp AcademySupport of charitable operationsapps.irs.gov
Wells Fargo FoundationMinneapolis, MN1$20,000$20,000Mississippi Council On Economic EducationFinancial Fitness for Life in Mississippiapps.irs.gov
Op & We Edwards Foundation IncRed Lodge, MT1$18,900$18,900Piney Woods SchoolPhilanthropic purposeapps.irs.gov
As Mitchell Foundation IncMobile, AL1$18,000$18,000The Piney Woods SchoolTuition assistanceapps.irs.gov
Brevard Family FoundationTupelo, MS3$17,500$10,000Blue Mountain Christian UnivEducationalapps.irs.gov
The Eason and Ellen Leake Charitable FoundationJackson, MS2$17,500$15,000Millsaps CollegeGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
JM Rubin Foundation IncWest Palm Beach, FL1$17,000$17,000University of MississippiScholarship for the benefit of a particular studentapps.irs.gov
The Simons Foundation IncNew York, NY2$16,800$8,400University of MississippiProblems on the interface between number theory and combinatoricsapps.irs.gov
Younger FoundationMarks, MS4$16,000$8,500Lula Rich Educational FDNSupport of charitable operationsapps.irs.gov
Eloise Jones Trust Uw Trustmark TrusteeJackson, MS2$15,200$10,133French Camp AcademyGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Ducker Family FoundationCollierville, TN2$15,000$10,000Ole Miss Athletics FoundationCharitableapps.irs.gov
James M Thomas and Luvie C Thomas FoundationOxford, MS1$15,000$15,000Mississippi CollegeFund current and endowed scholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Madison Charitable Foundation IncRichmond, TX1$15,000$15,000Jacobs Ladder Learning CenterGeneral fundingapps.irs.gov
McVay FoundationMinnetonka, MN1$15,000$15,000Rust CollegeGeneral operationapps.irs.gov
Newell & Bettie Graham FoundationRives, TN1$15,000$15,000University of Mississippi FoundationFasttrack Supportapps.irs.gov
The Hagedorn Family Charitable Fund IncAtlanta, GA1$15,000$15,000University of Mississippi FoundationGeneral tax exempt purposesapps.irs.gov
Dorsey J Barefield Charitable TrustPearl, MS2$14,000$10,000Reformed Theological SeminaryGeneral operationsapps.irs.gov
Amory Outreach Foundation IncAmory, MS2$13,000$10,000Blue Mountain Christian UniversityGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Patrick F Taylor FoundationNew Orleans, LA3$13,000$7,000University of MississippiScholarshipapps.irs.gov
Make A Difference FoundationRidgeland, MS2$12,500$12,000The Wilson Research FoundationCharitableapps.irs.gov
Williams Family Legacy FundWilmington, DE2$12,500$10,000Mississippi CollegeMC Women's Councilapps.irs.gov
Delta Regional Foundation IncOlive Branch, MS1$12,000$12,000Steve Azar St Cecilia FoundationProgram supportapps.irs.gov
Heinemannmark & Judy Foundation-ImDavidson, NC1$10,938$10,938Belhaven UniversityContributionapps.irs.gov
Clif Family FoundationSaint Helena, CA1$10,000$10,000Spring InitiativeRevitalize the Environmentapps.irs.gov
Doering Family FoundationWilmington, DE1$10,000$10,000University of Mississippi FoundationDoering Family Endowment for the School of Businessapps.irs.gov
Ernest Alva Oswalt and Betty Austin Oswalt FoundationRaymond, MS1$10,000$10,000French Camp AcademyChristian schoolapps.irs.gov
Globe FoundationScottsdale, AZ1$10,000$10,000Ole Miss Athletics FoundationGeneral fundapps.irs.gov
Henry & Martha Hederman Charitable FoundationMadison, MS1$10,000$10,000Reformed Theological SeminaryTo support the purposes of the seminary.apps.irs.gov
J Michael Bodnar FoundationMenlo Park, CA1$10,000$10,000University of Mississippi FoundationTo further one of more of the exempt purposes of the charityapps.irs.gov
Joel and Rachel Bomgar FoundationMadison, MS1$10,000$10,000Saint Augustine SchoolThis contribution helped to further the organization's mission.apps.irs.gov
Leo Model Foundation IncPhiladelphia, PA1$10,000$10,000Tougaloo CollegeGeneral scholarship fundapps.irs.gov
Lumina Foundation for Education IncIndianapolis, IN1$10,000$10,000Propel Education Forum of Mississippi IncTo support Mississippi's state policy retreat.apps.irs.gov
The Charles L McNair Booker T Washington Student Development FDNSaginaw, MI1$10,000$10,000Tougaloo CollegeCharitableapps.irs.gov
The Dorsey Family FoundationGreenwood, CO1$10,000$10,000The University of Mississippi FoundationTo promote, encourage and assist all forms of educational, scientific, literary, research and services activities provided by the university, all for the public welfareapps.irs.gov
The Masonic Foundation of the District of ColumbiaWashington, DC1$10,000$10,000Jackson State UniversityStudent scholarshipapps.irs.gov
The Stolzer Family FoundationManhattan, KS1$10,000$10,000Ole Miss Athletics FoundationCharityapps.irs.gov
William C Meier Foundation ImaCarmel, IN1$10,000$10,000Tougaloo CollegeGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Zeman Family Foundation IncWestern Springs, IL1$10,000$10,000Ole Miss Athletics FoundationEducationapps.irs.gov
Robert Branson TuwSaint Louis, MO1$9,295$9,295Jackson State UniversityGeneral operating supportapps.irs.gov
The Presser FoundationPhiladelphia, PA3$9,000$3,000Alcorn State University Foundation IncUndergraduate scholar awardsapps.irs.gov
The Pfizer Foundation IncNew York, NY6$8,650$5,100University of Mississippi FoundationMatching giftsapps.irs.gov
Mike and Janie Jarvis Family FoundationMadison, MS1$8,000$8,000The Parents CampaignProgram supportapps.irs.gov
Marquette Bank Education FoundationChicago, IL3$7,500$2,500Jackson State UniversityScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Donald J Lindley TrustBirmingham, AL1$7,200$7,200University of MississippiGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
James R and Anita Horne Jenkins Family FoundationMidland, MI1$7,000$7,000Dog Gone Dition FestivalProgram expenseapps.irs.gov
John and Margaret Sagan FoundationEvanston, IL1$7,000$7,000Millsaps CollegeGeneral purpose grantapps.irs.gov
Tuw John McKee DTD 1281899 Archbishop Nelson J Perez TrusteeMalvern, PA1$7,000$7,000Jackson State UniversityIndividual student scholarship grantsapps.irs.gov
Texas Instruments FoundationDallas, TX3$6,534$5,000Jackson State UniversityDonations to colleges, universities and other organizations under "matching gifts program."apps.irs.gov
International Paper Company FoundationMemphis, TN2$6,500$3,500Lowndes County Imagination LibraryReady 2 read ongoing book fundapps.irs.gov
Eunice A Turner Foundation IncConover, NC2$6,000$4,000Tougaloo CollegeScholarshipapps.irs.gov
Kenosis FoundationTaylor, MS1$5,500$5,500French Camp AcademyOperationsapps.irs.gov
Moffitt John Foundation-MainSaint Louis, MO1$5,286$5,286The Piney Woods SchoolScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Unkelfrancis P & Annie C EndowmntBirmingham, AL1$5,262$5,262The Education Foundation of Greenville IncGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
Alan D and Susan Lewis Solomont Family FoundationBoston, MA1$5,000$5,000University of Mississippi FDNRay mabus fundapps.irs.gov
Astros FoundationHouston, TX1$5,000$5,000Rust CollegeScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Celeste and Robert Rosamond Family FoundationMetairie, LA1$5,000$5,000Hancock Resource CenterFor general purposes of granteeapps.irs.gov
Easter Foundation IncDe Pere, WI1$5,000$5,000Reformed Theological SeminaryTo provide funds for religious educationapps.irs.gov
Hobby Family FoundationHouston, TX1$5,000$5,000University of Mississippi FoundationContinuing operating expensesapps.irs.gov
Horse Creek TrustSan Antonio, TX1$5,000$5,000Millsaps CollegeUnrestricted generalapps.irs.gov
Lone Pine FoundationHouston, TX1$5,000$5,000University of Mississippi FoundationGeneral operating supportapps.irs.gov
Salt and Light FoundationTupelo, MS1$5,000$5,000French Camp AcademyMinistriesapps.irs.gov
Self FoundationMarks, MS1$5,000$5,000University of Mississippi FoundationSelf foundation observational astronomy support fundapps.irs.gov
Teamup Charitable FoundationWilmington, DE1$5,000$5,000Garrett Hicks Memorial FundGeneral & Unrestrictedapps.irs.gov
The Dick Molpus FoundationRidgeland, MS1$5,000$5,0002ND Chance MS IncContribute to organization's exempt purposeapps.irs.gov
The Hefner Family FoundationDallas, TX1$5,000$5,000Mississippi CollegeScholarshipapps.irs.gov
The Jamie Parsley Family Foundation IncProspect, KY1$5,000$5,000University of MississippiScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
The Leever FoundationReston, VA1$5,000$5,000Piney Woods SchoolProgram supportapps.irs.gov
The PJ Moran FoundationHouston, TX1$5,000$5,000University of Mississippi FoundationAnna o. moran scholarship endowmentapps.irs.gov
The Papa John's Foundation IncWilmington, DE1$5,000$5,000Mississippi National Guard Challenge FoundationMS Youth Challenge Academy Foundation Scholarship Fundapps.irs.gov
The Ulm Family FoundationWatkinsville, GA1$5,000$5,000Ole Miss Athletics FoundationTo support student athletes at the univesity of mississippiapps.irs.gov
Uw William H Ellsworth FNDDallas, TX1$5,000$5,000Cares Center IncUnrestricted generalapps.irs.gov
World Wide Technology FoundationSt Louis, MO1$5,000$5,000Family Biz BuilderTo further the exempt purpose of the recipient organizationapps.irs.gov
Just So Charitable FoundationBoston, MA1$4,592$4,592The Piney Woods SchoolGeneral purposes of theapps.irs.gov
Kathryn & Julian Wiener FundMontgomery, AL3$4,350$2,000The Piney Woods SchoolGeneral fundapps.irs.gov
Annie E Casey Foundation IncBaltimore, MD1$4,000$4,000Riverside Collective HoldingsProvide general operating supportapps.irs.gov
Howard & Mary Eliza McMillan FoundationJackson, MS1$4,000$4,000Presbyterian Christian SchoolGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Louise H Moffett Family FoundationMetairie, LA1$4,000$4,000Jackson State UniversityCollege scholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Violet Hampton Tuw #2Birmingham, AL1$4,000$4,000University of MississippiScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Woldenberg FoundationMetairie, LA1$4,000$4,000University of MississippiScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Trehern Charitable FoundationOcean Springs, MS1$3,700$3,700Mississippi CollegeEducational activitiesapps.irs.gov
Hansen-Furnas Foundation IncBatavia, IL1$3,400$3,400University of MississippiScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Bish Rainey Mem Trust Trust UwDallas, TX1$3,375$3,375The University of MississippiScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Chase Foundation Mack C Chase TrusteeArtesia, NM1$3,250$3,250University of MississippiScholarshipapps.irs.gov
T Kendall Hunt Family Foundation IncOak Park, IL2$3,060$2,978University of MississippiEducational and charitable purposesapps.irs.gov
A K Stephenson FDN Char Trust AgyEagan, MN1$3,000$3,000University of MississippiScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Elizabeth Buford Shepherd ScholarshipBirmingham, AL1$3,000$3,000University of MississippiScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
George Eagle and Isabel Bushong Foundation IncBowling Green, KY1$3,000$3,000University of MississippiScholarshipapps.irs.gov
Lord Educational FundEagan, MN1$3,000$3,000University of MississippiScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Lucian A & Jerri Jeter Harvey FoundationJackson, MS1$3,000$3,000Test Taking Solution FoundationTo support the mission of the organizationapps.irs.gov
Niemann Family FoundationWheaton, IL1$3,000$3,000University of MississippiDonation to Scholarship fundapps.irs.gov
The Burdette Family FoundationPass Christian, MS2$3,000$2,000The Lad ProjectEducationapps.irs.gov
The Hardy Poindexter Graham FoundationMeridian, MS1$3,000$3,000Ole Miss Athletics FoundationCharitableapps.irs.gov
The Mouron Family FoundationBirmingham, AL2$3,000$1,500Blue Mountain Christian UniversityScholarship fundapps.irs.gov
Ty Cobb Educational FD Trust UaOrlando, FL1$3,000$3,000University of MississippiScholarshipapps.irs.gov
Fernwood FoundationSeattle, WA1$2,989$2,989Tougaloo CollegeGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Broadcom FoundationWilmington, DE2$2,795$2,750University of Mississippi FoundationFair Sponsorship/Broadcom Coding with Commitmentapps.irs.gov
DHM FoundationRidgeland, MS1$2,500$2,500Jackson Heart FoundationDonationapps.irs.gov
L3harris Foundation IncMelbourne, FL1$2,500$2,500Chaos RoboticsTo further the exempt purpose of the organizationapps.irs.gov
Naphcare Charitable Foundation IncBirmingham, AL1$2,500$2,500The University of MississippiCollege scholarship for raegan jayapps.irs.gov
Palmer Family FoundationMobile, AL1$2,500$2,500Seth Alexander Memorial Scholarship FundGeneralapps.irs.gov
SSS FoundationNatchez, MS1$2,500$2,500French Camp AcademyTo support charitable activitiesapps.irs.gov
Stanley M Herzog Charitable FoundationSmithville, MO1$2,500$2,500Madison-Ridgeland AcademyGeneral Supportapps.irs.gov
Steaven K and Judith G Jones FoundationPacific Palisades, CA1$2,500$2,500University of MississippiGeneral purposeapps.irs.gov
The William and Mary Greve Foundation IncNorfolk, CT1$2,500$2,500University of Mississippi FoundationFor general operating support.apps.irs.gov
Townebank FoundationSuffolk, VA1$2,500$2,500The University of MississippiGen. charitableapps.irs.gov
Jones S Davis FoundationBaton Rouge, LA1$2,350$2,350University of MississippiGeneralapps.irs.gov
Ta Edwin M NygaardSaint Louis, MO1$2,280$2,280The Piney Woods SchoolGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
Arthur J Gallagher FoundationRolling Meadows, IL3$2,100$1,000Millsaps CollegeGeneral exempt purposeapps.irs.gov
Drakesmith Family Foundation IncLongwood, FL1$2,000$2,000Piney Woods SchoolSchool that prepares leaders for tomorrow's challenges by empowering learners, regardless of incomeapps.irs.gov
Dunn-French FoundationBirmingham, AL1$2,000$2,000French Camp AcademyTo serve young people and families for the glory of godapps.irs.gov
Hartmann Family FoundationHenderson, NV1$2,000$2,000Spring InitiativeGeneral operating supportapps.irs.gov
Louis Lou Ann and Melissa Poynter Family FoundationWilmington, DE1$2,000$2,000University of Mississippi FoundationSchool of Law - Clinical Programs Fundapps.irs.gov
Mahoney Family Foundation IncBentonville, AR1$2,000$2,000University of MississippiStudent Scholarshipsapps.irs.gov
The Charles T & Helen R Williamson Family FoundationPonte Vedra Beach, FL1$2,000$2,000Mississippi CollegeScholarshipapps.irs.gov
The Mabel Amos Memorial Fund Regions Bank TrusteeMontgomery, AL1$2,000$2,000University of MississippiScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Wright Family Foundation IncLittle Rock, AR1$2,000$2,000French Camp AcademyCharityapps.irs.gov
Emaroy June Smith Trust Fbo Frank JuneChicago, IL1$1,749$1,749The Piney Woods SchoolGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Edward Jones FoundationSt Louis, MO4$1,685$1,175University of Mississippi FoundationEducational institutions and related activitiesapps.irs.gov
Commonwealth Transfusion FoundationGlen Allen, VA1$1,500$1,500University of Southern Mississippi FoundationBoard directedapps.irs.gov
Baird Foundation IncMilwaukee, WI1$1,250$1,250University of Mississippi FoundationEducationapps.irs.gov
Jessie P Saville T WSaint Louis, MO1$1,250$1,250The Piney Woods SchoolGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
Carl Barnes Charitable TrustDallas, TX1$1,180$1,180Piney Woods SchoolUnrestricted generalapps.irs.gov
Hunter and Ruth Arnold Char TrustTupelo, MS1$1,145$1,145Rust CollegeSupport per trustapps.irs.gov
Benjamin & Roberta Russell Foundation IncAlexander City, AL1$1,000$1,000University of MississippiScholarshipsapps.irs.gov
Bernard and Shirley Lapides FoundationMemphis, TN1$1,000$1,000Violet Valley BookstoreGift-mary lapidesapps.irs.gov
Brickell Family FoundationReston, VA1$1,000$1,000University of Mississippi FoundationFor the special collections endowmentapps.irs.gov
DJDM FoundationBaytown, TX1$1,000$1,000French Camp AcademyEducation and housing for distressed childrenapps.irs.gov
Ewing Family FoundationArlington, VA1$1,000$1,000Reformed Theological SeminaryCHARITABLE/general supportapps.irs.gov
Fred Schelben FoundationBirmingham, AL1$1,000$1,000Education Foundation of Greenville IncGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Gillis Family FoundationColumbus, MS1$1,000$1,000Columbus Christian AcademyTo help further the mission of the organizationapps.irs.gov
James E Fowler Family FoundationJackson, MS1$1,000$1,000French Camp AcademyGeneral fundapps.irs.gov
Kercheville FoundationBoerne, TX1$1,000$1,000Mississippi Collegecharitableapps.irs.gov
Lords Foundation IncJacksonville, FL1$1,000$1,000Reformed Theological SeminaryGeneral fundapps.irs.gov
MGM Charitable Scholarship TrustPaducah, KY1$1,000$1,000University of MississippiEducational scholarship for addison aycockapps.irs.gov
Posner-Wallace FoundationWilmington, DE1$1,000$1,000University of Mississippi FoundationGeneral & Unrestrictedapps.irs.gov
Public Welfare Foundation IncWashington, DC1$1,000$1,000Servant Leaders InstituteGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Russell E Browning Family Foundation IncSaint Louis, MO1$1,000$1,000University of Mississippi FoundationProgram Supportapps.irs.gov
T H Etheridge TrustFlowood, MS1$1,000$1,000Wilson Research FoundationGeneral operations of the organizationapps.irs.gov
Tarver FoundationLouisville, KY1$1,000$1,000French Camp AcademySupport of charitable operationsapps.irs.gov
Terry & Judy Thomas FoundationCarthage, MS1$1,000$1,000French Camp AcademyAssist troubled childrenapps.irs.gov
The Hughston Foundation IncColumbus, GA1$1,000$1,000University of MississippiTuition assistance for athletic trainer educationapps.irs.gov
Tim and Dana Bacich Family FoundationSt Louis, MO1$1,000$1,000The University of Mississippi FoundationTo promote, encourage and assist all forms of educational, scientific, literary, research and service activitiesapps.irs.gov
Wayne and Sharon Wellman Family FoundationBonita Springs, FL1$1,000$1,000Piney Woods SchoolGeneral purposeapps.irs.gov
The Robert Wood Johnson FoundationPrinceton, NJ1$625$625Millsaps CollegeMatching giftsapps.irs.gov
American Fidelity FoundationOklahoma City, OK1$560$560Jackson State University Development FoundationGeneral financial supportapps.irs.gov
Carver Foundation IncGermantown, MD1$500$500Unlimited Dreams Christian Learning CenterProgram andadministrative supportapps.irs.gov
Christian Tullis Memorial FoundationSlidell, LA1$500$500Millsaps CollegeScholarshipapps.irs.gov
Hart FoundationJackson, MS1$500$500Jackson State University Development FoundationUniversity scholarship assistanceapps.irs.gov
New York Life FoundationNew York, NY1$500$500Unlimited Dreams Christian Learning CenterEduc. generalapps.irs.gov
The Allstate FoundationNorthbrook, IL1$500$500New Hope Community Christian SchoolAgent - individual hhapps.irs.gov
Fidelity FoundationBoston, MA2$200$100Mississippi School for Math & Science Foundation IncFidelity matching gifts to educationapps.irs.gov
The Nelson FoundationShreveport, LA1$200$200Jackson AcademyTo further childhood educationapps.irs.gov

Largest grants

FoundationRecipientRecipient locationPurposeAmountSource
Lilly Endowment IncWesley Biblical SeminaryRidgeland, MSPathways for tomorrow initiative$5,500,000apps.irs.gov
Lilly Endowment IncWesley Biblical SeminaryRidgeland, MSPathways for tomorrow initiative$1,000,000apps.irs.gov
Lilly Endowment IncReformed Theological SeminaryJackson, MSPathways for tomorrow initiative$989,600apps.irs.gov
The Roots and Wings Foundation IncUniversity of Mississippi FDNOxford, MSPrenatal through age three$680,000apps.irs.gov
Elisabeth C Deluca Foundation IncPhi Theta Kappa FoundationJackson, MSDeluca adn nursing scholarship$550,000apps.irs.gov
WK Kellogg FoundationUniversity of MississippiUniversity, MSEarly Care and Education$515,000apps.irs.gov
The Chin Family FoundationUniversity of Southern Mississippi FoundationHattiesburg, MSGeneral & Unrestricted$500,000apps.irs.gov
Mississippi Power Foundation IncUniversity of MississippiOxford, MSContribution for the new Patterson School of Accountancy$400,500apps.irs.gov
The William & Flora Hewlett FoundationInstitute for Democratic Education in AmericaJackson, MSFor general operating support$400,000apps.irs.gov
WK Kellogg FoundationUniversity of MississippiUniversity, MSEarly Care and Education$385,000apps.irs.gov
Builders Vision FoundationUniversity of MississippiUniversity, MSto support a project to develop and publish educational resources concerning state marine aquaculture policies$350,000apps.irs.gov
Old Ladies Home AssociationWilson Research FoundationJackson, MSMedical rehabilitation$330,164apps.irs.gov
Toyota USA FoundationUniversity of Mississippi FoundationOxford, MSClose the stem gap for diverse students by removing barriers that prevent access to stem. this includes creating innovative, hands-on stem programming, assisting in professional and leadership develop$318,700apps.irs.gov
Donald S Pichitino Educ Trust XXXXX9000University of MississippiUniversity, MSGeneral$302,876apps.irs.gov
James W Hood Family FoundationBelhaven UniversityJackson, MSTo provide education opportunities and support$300,000apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncJackson Academy IncJackson, MSCapital campaign$300,000apps.irs.gov
WK Kellogg FoundationMississippi Reading ClinicJackson, MSEarly Care and Education$300,000apps.irs.gov
Holloway Foundation IncThe University of Mississippi FoundationOxford, MSSupport for university$250,000apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncUniversity of Mississippi FoundationOxford, MSEng/comp - dei - bus innov/entrep$250,000apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncJackson Heart FoundationJackson, MSGeneral support$200,000apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncMississippi CollegeClinton, MSGore arts complex$200,000apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncThe Wilson Research FoundationJackson, MSGeneral support$200,000apps.irs.gov
WK Kellogg FoundationCorporation for Global Community DevelopmentJackson, MSEarly Care and Education$185,000apps.irs.gov
G R Olliphant Revoc Trust No TwoUniv of Southern Mississippi FDNHattiesburg, MSGeneral operating$177,303apps.irs.gov
JPMorgan Chase FoundationAlcorn State University Foundation IncLorman, MSIn support of neighborhood revitalization$150,000apps.irs.gov
The Coca-Cola Foundation IncPhi Theta Kappa FoundationJackson, MSPhi Theta Kappa Scholar Support$150,000apps.irs.gov
Walton Family Foundation IncSpring Initiative IncClarksdale, MSTo strengthen program quality and staff capacity to ensure 119 Coahoma County students have the continued support to create personal, academic and career goals.$150,000apps.irs.gov
Kelly Gene Cook Sr Charitable FoundationUniversity of Southern Mississippi FoundationHattiesburg, MSDuBard School for Language Disorders$125,000apps.irs.gov
Robert M & Lenore W Carrier FoundationThe University of Mississippi FoundationOxford, MSGeneral operating$101,970apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncBelhaven UniversityJackson, MSSoftball complex$100,000apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncFrench Camp AcademyFrench Camp, MSGeneral support$100,000apps.irs.gov
The William & Flora Hewlett FoundationInstitute for Democratic Education in AmericaJackson, MSFor general operating support$100,000apps.irs.gov
The Charles Barkley Foundation IncJackson State UniversityJackson, MSScholarship fund$100,000apps.irs.gov
Holloway Foundation IncMississippi CollegeClinton, MSSupport for university$100,000apps.irs.gov
Phil Hardin FoundationThe Mississippi Reading ClinicJackson, MSMs reading clinit pilot$100,000apps.irs.gov
Parker Lifeshare FoundationThe Mississippi Reading ClinicJackson, MSProgram funding$100,000apps.irs.gov
The Edward E Ford Foundation XXXXX2009The Piney Woods SchoolPiney Woods, MSGeneral support$100,000apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncUniversity of Mississippi FoundationOxford, MSStem fund$100,000apps.irs.gov
The Teagle FoundationUniversity of Mississippi FoundationOxford, MSKnowledge for Freedom initiative$100,000apps.irs.gov
Sandberg Goldberg Bernthal Family Charitable FoundationUniversity of Mississippi FoundationOxford, MSReceiving, receipting, investing, and distributing gifts for the benefit of the university of mississippi$100,000apps.irs.gov
The Noblitt FoundationWesley Biblical SeminaryRidgeland, MSTo contribute to the charitable purpose of the organization.$100,000apps.irs.gov
WK Kellogg FoundationJackson State UniversityJackson, MSMatching Grant$90,000apps.irs.gov
HF McCarty Jr Family FoundationMillsaps CollegeJackson, MSOperating support$90,000apps.irs.gov
The Annexstad Family FoundationUniversity of MississippiOxford, MSScholarship$75,270apps.irs.gov
Phil Hardin FoundationBase Camp Coding AcademyWater Valley, MSSupport$75,000apps.irs.gov
Puente de Maravillas FoundationInternational Trumpet GuildHattiesburg, MSArts$75,000apps.irs.gov
The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation IncMississippi Center for Public PolicyJackson, MSTo support general operations$75,000apps.irs.gov
Rowling FoundationReformed Theological SeminaryJackson, MSEducate future pastors, church planters, missionaries, teachers, counselors, and educators who will go out and proclaim the gospel and disciple the nations$75,000apps.irs.gov
The Paul and Sherry Broadhead FoundationThe University of Mississippi FoundationOxford, MSGeneral operations of the organization$75,000apps.irs.gov
Phil Hardin FoundationMillsaps CollegeJackson, MSSummer internship program$73,492apps.irs.gov
Homer Skelton Charitable FoundationNorthpoint Christian School IncSouthaven, MSAnnual Fund - playground and athletics$73,000apps.irs.gov
Lower Pearl River Valley FoundationCommunity of Christians Helping YouthPicayune, MSNext level student$59,400apps.irs.gov
The Wilbourn Memorial French Camp Academy TrustFrench Camp AcademyFrench Camp, MSProvide support to the camp$56,070apps.irs.gov
Windgate Charitable Foundation IncMillsaps CollegeJackson, MSArt education improvement$50,060apps.irs.gov
Clara Elizabeth Jackson Carter FoundationAlcorn State University FoundationLorman, MSGeneral operating support$50,000apps.irs.gov
Dart Foundation Fka Solid Waste Management FoundationFriends of the Children of Mississippi IncFlowood, MSBuild a sensory friendly classroom as well as purchase additional sensory friendly items for multiple classrooms.$50,000apps.irs.gov
Ware Foundation IncMadison Ridgeland AcademyMadison, MS2024 donation$50,000apps.irs.gov
Vicksburg Medical FoundationMississippi CollegeClinton, MSScholarships and general administrat$50,000apps.irs.gov
Phil Hardin FoundationMississippi CollegeClinton, MSEudora documentary$50,000apps.irs.gov
Parker Lifeshare FoundationMississippi CollegeClinton, MSScholarship support$50,000apps.irs.gov
Regions FoundationMississippi Council On Economic EducationJackson, MSFinancial wellness program$50,000apps.irs.gov
Phil Hardin FoundationSpring InitiativeClarksdale, MSSpring initiative$50,000apps.irs.gov
The Paul and Sherry Broadhead FoundationThe University of Southern Mississippi FoundationHattiesburg, MSGeneral operations of the organization$50,000apps.irs.gov
Dorothy Cate and Thomas F Frist FoundationUniversity of Mississippi FoundationOxford, MSGlobal leadership circle fund - $5,000; robert c. khayat lecture series fund - $45,000.$50,000apps.irs.gov
Kelly Gene Cook Sr Charitable FoundationUniversity of Mississippi FoundationOxford, MSScience Innovation Institute$50,000apps.irs.gov
Lilly Endowment IncWesley Biblical SeminaryRidgeland, MSPathways for tomorrow initiative$50,000apps.irs.gov
HF McCarty Jr Family FoundationWilson Research FoundationJackson, MSOperating support$50,000apps.irs.gov
Selby and Richard McRae FoundationWilson Research FoundationJackson, MSNew equipment$50,000apps.irs.gov
Fulton C Sneed Jr Trust Uw Mississippi CMississippi CollegeClinton, MSScholarships$49,626apps.irs.gov
The Cricket Island FoundationNollie Jenkins Family Center IncDurant, MSLeadership transition grant$45,000apps.irs.gov
The James C Wilbourn Lamar School Endowment TrustLamar School FoundationMeridian, MSEducation$44,962apps.irs.gov
Graeber FoundationUniversity of MississippiUniversity, MSSupport of charitable operations$40,500apps.irs.gov
Jessie Ball Dupont Religious Charitable & Educational FundPiney Woods SchoolPiney Woods, MSPlacemaking$40,000apps.irs.gov
Jessie Smith Noyes FoundationSouthern Echo IncJackson, MSGeneral operating support$40,000apps.irs.gov
Jessie Smith Noyes FoundationSteps CoalitionGulfport, MSGeneral operating support$40,000apps.irs.gov
Kelly Gene Cook Sr Charitable FoundationFrench Camp AcademyFrench Camp, MSGeneral support$35,000apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncJackson Academy IncJackson, MSGeneral support$35,000apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncMadison Ridgeland AcademyMadison, MSGeneral support$35,000apps.irs.gov
Robert & Dee Leggett FoundationMillsaps CollegeJackson, MSKaxil kiuic kuche/chulul palace archaeology project$35,000apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncThe Piney Woods SchoolPiney Woods, MSGeneral support$35,000apps.irs.gov
C Harmon Scholarship Trust UwThe Piney Woods SchoolPiney Woods, MSScholarship$34,800apps.irs.gov
The Cynthia Lake Charitable TrustIlluminations Center for DyslexiaMeridian, MSCarry out charitable purpose of foundation$34,000apps.irs.gov
The Herb Alpert FoundationThe International Trumpet GuildHattiesburg, MSCharitable$33,850apps.irs.gov
The Pruet FoundationWesley Biblical SeminaryRidgeland, MSUnrestricted$33,000apps.irs.gov
Surv Trust Piney Woods SCH UwPiney Woods SchoolPiney Woods, MSUnrestricted general$32,450apps.irs.gov
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi FoundationBlue Mountain Christian UniversityBlue Mountain, MSHealth & wellness - university and college tobacco-free policy | tier 3$30,000apps.irs.gov
The Emry Oxford Foundation IncFrench Camp AcademyFrench Camp, MSCharity$30,000apps.irs.gov
Feild Co-Operative AssociationMadison Ridgeland AcademyMadison, MSGeneral support$30,000apps.irs.gov
Sam E & Burnice C Wittel FoundationMississippi Center for Public PolicyJackson, MSGeneral$30,000apps.irs.gov
The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell Foundation IncSteps CoalitionGulfport, MSgeneral support$30,000apps.irs.gov
Jeremy C McCamic Family Foundation IncUniversity of Mississippi FoundationOxford, MSLouise thorton (lisa)$30,000apps.irs.gov
John D and Catherine T Macarthur FoundationUniversity of Mississippi FoundationOxford, MSIn support of a local news summit$30,000apps.irs.gov
Eades FoundationSpring Initiative IncClarksdale, MSOperating expenses for education facility$28,000apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncBelhaven UniversityJackson, MSGeneral support$25,000apps.irs.gov
Regions FoundationFrench Camp AcademyFrench Camp, MSGeneral$25,000apps.irs.gov
Mary Emily Wilson Charitable TrustGreenwood Leflore Educational FoundationGreenwood, MSGeneral operating$25,000apps.irs.gov
The David J Cooper Family Charitable Foundation IncMadison Ridgeland AcademyMadison, MSUnrestricted$25,000apps.irs.gov
Ergon Foundation IncOle Miss Athletics FoundationOxford, MSMbb culture team$25,000apps.irs.gov
Phoebe R & John D Lewis FoundationPiney Woods SchoolPiney Woods, MSAnnnual fund$25,000apps.irs.gov
Warren A Hood Jr Family FoundationPresbyterian Christian SchoolHattiesburh, MSTo support the purpose of the organization$25,000apps.irs.gov

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