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Best Mississippi Grants for Nonprofits

Find nonprofit grants in Mississippi, including opportunities in Jackson, Gulfport, and Hattiesburg. Updated listings for 501(c)(3) organizations statewide.

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$4.1M

Total funding

$11K

Median grant

97 grants
$4.1M total
$11K median

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Unspecified amount

Academy Sports + Outdoors Donations

Rolling deadline
Academy Sports + Outdoors, a leading sporting goods retailer, supports community initiatives by providing donations to registered 501(c)(3) organizations. Their focus is on promoting safety and responsibility in sports and outdoor activities. Proposals must foster community engagement and must not be affiliated with religious or political groups. Events should take place in areas with Academy stores, ensuring a positive local impact while encouraging active lifestyles and connection among community members.
Academy Sports + Outdoors

Unspecified amount

Mississippi Infrastructure Funding via Appalachian Regional Commission

Rolling deadline
State and local agencies, governmental entities, local governing boards, and nonprofits in eligible Appalachian Mississippi counties can seek support for critical infrastructure and workforce or business development projects. With a mission to strengthen Appalachian communities, Appalachian Regional Commission provides Mississippi organizations with flexible, community-driven investments in water and wastewater systems, transportation, broadband, entrepreneurship, worker training, and related economic development initiatives.
Appalachian Regional Commission

Unspecified amount

Blue Cross Mississippi Grants for Health Programs

Rolling deadline
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public charities, and government entities can seek funding to improve community health, wellness, and access to care across Mississippi. Focused on preventive health, the Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation invites projects in health literacy, healthy eating, exercise, tobacco-free environments, school health, and community-based wellness initiatives.
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation

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Unspecified amount

Mississippi Health Funding via Bower Foundation

Rolling deadline
Mississippi 501(c)(3) and other eligible tax-exempt organizations improving state health can seek support for innovative health initiatives. With a mission to improve the health of Mississippians, Bower Foundation provides Mississippi nonprofits with funding to expand health care access, promote healthy lifestyles for children, advance health policy, and address End Stage Renal Disease.
Bower Foundation

Unspecified amount

C Spire Wireless Foundation Support for STEM

Rolling deadline
Mississippi 501(c)(3) organizations focused on STEM education, digital literacy, and workforce skills development can seek funding to support community projects and events. C Spire Wireless Foundation supports initiatives that enhance tech education, professional skills, and broadband-related opportunities, with preference for groups based in its regional service area, including Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama.
C Spire Wireless Foundation

Unspecified amount in in-kind support

CSX Foundation Community Service Grants in Mississippi

Rolling deadline
Mississippi nonprofits, government entities, and educational institutions serving military members, veterans, or community first responders can access in-kind transportation and railroad equipment support through CSX Foundation. Eligible 501(c)(3)s and public agencies in Mississippi may request intermodal transportation services or donated railroad materials and retired rail cars to reduce program costs.
Csx Foundation Inc

Up to US $40,000

Public Safety Equipment Funding from Firehouse Subs

Rolling deadline
Mississippi public safety organizations and 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking up to US $40,000 for life-saving equipment, prevention education, scholarships, disaster relief, or military support may be eligible for this quarterly program. Grants from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation help U.S. applicants, typically within 60 miles of a Firehouse Subs restaurant, strengthen community safety and response capacity.
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation

Unspecified amount

Phil Hardin Foundation Grant

Rolling deadline
The Phil Hardin Foundation Grant aims to enhance educational and life outcomes for children and youth in Mississippi, particularly in Meridian and Lauderdale County. The foundation prioritizes proposals that demonstrate a regional or statewide impact, focusing on areas like early childhood development, literacy, and equitable access to educational resources. It encourages collaboration among educational institutions and community organizations, fostering partnerships to improve educational quality and cultural enrichment across Mississippi.
Phil Hardin Foundation

Up to US $1,000

South Arts Professional Development Grants in Mississippi

Rolling deadline
Mississippi arts nonprofits and public or tribal arts agencies can receive up to US $1,000 to support professional development that strengthens organizational capacity and sustainability. South Arts funds first-time opportunities like conferences, workshops, and staff-wide trainings, covering travel, registration, and consultant fees for film, visual, performing, literary, traditional, and multidisciplinary arts organizations with budgets under $500,000.
South Arts, Inc.

US $3,000 - US $20,000

W.L. Gore Support for Mississippi Conservation

Rolling deadline
Nonprofits, university researchers, and government-affiliated individuals improving ecosystems and outdoor access in Mississippi can seek US $3,000 - US $20,000 for conservation, habitat restoration, hunting education, and collaborative stewardship projects. With a mission to advance ecosystem thinking, W.L. Gore & Associates provides U.S. and Canadian projects with invitation-only SITKA Ecosystem Grants, beginning with a brief inquiry.
W.L. Gore & Associates Inc

Up to US $3,500

Mississippi Grassroots Justice Funding via Southern Partners Fund

Rolling deadline
Rural grassroots community groups in Mississippi can seek funding for community organizing, capacity building, and voter engagement activities that advance social, economic, and environmental justice. Southern Partners Fund’s Discretionary Fund offers up to US $3,500 per year for rural, member-led organizations using grassroots organizing strategies in its 12-state Southern region.
Southern Partners Fund

Up to US $25,000

Mississippi Civic Engagement Funding via Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors

Rolling deadline
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits and similar entities in Mississippi’s rural Black Belt communities can apply for Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors’ Trust for Civic Life Civic Experiment Grants, awarding up to US $25,000 for specific civic engagement programs. Funding supports non-partisan, community-led projects that spark participation in shaping local visions, identifying challenges, and building long-lasting civic infrastructure.
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc

Unspecified amount

Child and Family Equity Grants from WK Kellogg Foundation

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and other eligible legal entities can seek funding to advance early childhood education, maternal and perinatal health, food and nutrition, workforce readiness, and racial equity. Focused on children and families, WK Kellogg Foundation invites Mississippi nonprofits to apply through its always-open application process, as part of its broader U.S. and international grantmaking.
WK Kellogg Foundation

Up to US $25,000

Greater New Orleans Foundation Capacity Grants in Mississippi

Applications due Oct 29, 2026
Mississippi nonprofits serving low- to moderate-income communities with food insecurity, workforce development, youth (non-sports), or AmeriCorps-supported programs can access funding through the Greater New Orleans Foundation and Hancock Whitney. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in Hancock Whitney service areas may receive up to US $25,000 for capacity building and sustainability efforts.
Greater New Orleans Foundation

Unspecified amount

Cultural Diversity Funding from Nissan Foundation

Letter of inquiry due Nov 4, 2026
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits with three-plus years of operations can seek support for programs that explore and celebrate cultural diversity and heritage in eligible counties through grants from Nissan Foundation. Organizations must serve Central Mississippi communities listed by the funder and demonstrate strong engagement with the populations they serve.
Nissan Foundation

Up to US $10,000,000

Appalachian Regional Commission Grants for Mississippi Economic Development

Pre proposal due Nov 30, 2026
Nonprofits and public entities working on economic and community development, workforce readiness, or tourism in eligible Appalachian counties in Mississippi can pursue planning or implementation funding to support multi-state regional projects. Appalachian Regional Commission provides Mississippi organizations with ARISE grants to drive large-scale, cross-border economic transformation across Appalachia. Awards range up to US $10,000,000.
Appalachian Regional Commission

Unspecified amount

Penn National Gaming Community Grants in Mississippi

Applications due Jan 1, 2027
Mississippi nonprofits can access funding through Penn National Gaming for community development, education, health, human services, cultural programs, and veteran and military support. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations must be located in Hancock, Harrison, or Tunica Counties, where the company operates, to address local needs and strengthen community infrastructure and services.
Penn National Gaming

Up to US $10,000

Mississippi Community Programs Funding via Gulf Coast Community Foundation

Applications due Feb 28, 2027
Nonprofit and educational organizations in Hancock, Harrison, and Pearl River counties can seek up to US $10,000 for community service, economic development, education and youth, environmental, and energy assistance projects. Focused on local charitable impact, Gulf Coast Community Foundation invites applicants that align with Coast Electric’s mission, during its February and August grant cycles.
Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc.

US $75,000

Mississippi Coastal Resilience Funding via National Sea Grant Law Center

Letter of inquiry due Mar 1, 2027
Mississippi universities and other research-focused organizations examining coastal resilience laws and policies can apply for grants of US $75,000 to study issues like sea level rise, flooding, storm surge, and land use. Grants from National Sea Grant Law Center support two-year legal and policy research projects in coastal and Great Lakes states, including Mississippi.
National Sea Grant Law Center

Unspecified amount

Community Services Funding for Nonprofits from MGM Resorts Foundation

Applications due Mar 8, 2027
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing direct services in areas like affordable housing, food insecurity, health, homelessness, seniors, veterans, and family support can seek one-year community grants supporting people-focused programs. Focused on community well-being, MGM Resorts Foundation invites agencies serving regions where its employees live and work, including parts of Mississippi, to apply.
MGM Resorts Foundation

Approximately US $12,000

Abelard Foundation – East Grant

Applications due Mar 15, 2027
The Abelard Foundation, established in 1958, supports progressive social change projects located east of the Mississippi River. With an average grant size of $12,000, they prioritize new initiatives with budgets under $350,000. The foundation emphasizes community organizing, civil rights, and empowering marginalized groups. Eligible applicants must be associated with a nonprofit organization and demonstrate a commitment to local leadership and broader policy connections. The board meets biannually to decide on approximately 15 grants per year, focusing mainly on general support.
The Abelard Foundation Inc

Unspecified amount

Mississippi Community Programs Funding via Entergy

Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public institutions, and qualifying government or veterans organizations can seek support for arts and culture, community improvement, healthy families, and social services programs. With a mission to strengthen communities, Entergy Charitable Foundation provides grants that prioritize areas where Entergy has customers and employees across eligible Mississippi counties and parishes.
Entergy Charitable Foundation

Up to US $1,000

Arts Professional Development Funding from South Arts

Applications due Apr 22, 2027
Nonprofit and governmental arts presenting organizations in Mississippi can apply for South Arts’ Professional Development and Artistic Planning Grants, offering up to US $1,000 for staff training and travel. Funding supports conferences, festivals, workshops, virtual learning, and guest artist or curator travel to strengthen program design and organizational capacity.
South Arts, Inc.

Unspecified amount

Democratic Philanthropy In Action- Hubert E. Sapp Regular Grant Cycle

Applications due May 6, 2027
The Hubert E. Sapp Regular Grant Cycle, by Southern Partners Fund, aims to empower rural communities in the Southeastern U.S. through grassroots leadership and organizing. The fund provides support to nonprofit organizations focused on social, economic, and environmental justice. Eligible applicants are community-based organizations with budgets under $350,000. The initiative honors Hubert E. Sapp's legacy, promoting equitable relationships that drive real transformation and community decision-making.
Southern Partners Fund

US $50,000 - US $300,000

Workforce Training Funding from Delta Regional Authority

Applications due May 15, 2027
Nonprofits and other organizations offering workforce training and education programs in Mississippi can apply for Delta Regional Authority’s Delta Workforce Grant Program, with awards from US $50,000 - US $300,000. Grants support projects that build local talent pipelines, align workforce and economic development, and enhance long-term economic competitiveness in eligible Delta and Alabama Black Belt counties.
Delta Regional Authority

US $100 - US $20,000

Mississippi Education Funding via Community Foundation

Applications due Jun 30, 2027
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government entities serving youth and children can seek grants supporting health and education programs, including early childhood, technology in education, and civic engagement. Focused on the future of Northwest Mississippi, the Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi offers US $100 - US $20,000 for work in its multi-county service region.
Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi

Approximately US $15,000

Community Foundation Support for Mississippi Nonprofits

Applications due Sep 27, 2027
Grants from the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis help Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits strengthen internal capacity through one-time projects like evaluation, training, technology upgrades, and planning. Eligible organizations operate in northern Mississippi, have a LIVEGIVEmidsouth.org profile, meet financial and governance criteria, and can secure dollar-for-dollar matching funds for awards of approximately US $15,000.
Community Foundation of Greater Memphis

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Mississippi Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

Mississippi grants for nonprofits provide funding to support education, health, rural development, and disaster relief programs. The following grants empower organizations to address local challenges, foster equity, and promote economic growth across the state.


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Grant Insights : Mississippi Grants for Nonprofits

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Uncommon — grants in this category are less prevalent than in others.

97 Mississippi grants for nonprofits grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

21 Mississippi grants for nonprofits over $25K in average grant size

13 Mississippi grants for nonprofits over $50K in average grant size

21 Mississippi grants for nonprofits supporting general operating expenses

83 Mississippi grants for nonprofits supporting programs / projects

1,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness

1,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Economic Services & Development

Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Mississippi grants for Nonprofits?

Most grants are due in the first quarter.

Q1
32.8%
Q2
24.6%
Q3
22.2%
Q4
20.3%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Mississippi Grants for Nonprofits?

Grants are most commonly $11,000.

$500 $500 Min.
$11,000 $11 K Median
$68,066 $68.1 K Average
$1,250,000 $1.3 M Max.

Frequently asked questions

A broad selection of funding opportunities is available for nonprofit organizations in Mississippi. Currently, more than 97 unique grants are available, offering $4,083,975 in total funding. The median grant amount is $11,000. Additionally, 21 grants exceed $25,000, with 21 grants funding general operating expenses and 83 supporting specific programs and projects.

Funding for grants in Mississippi comes from multiple sources, such as government agencies, private foundations, corporations, and more. Here’s a breakdown of the funders with the most grants in Mississippi:

  • Private funders: Private funders offer the most grants to nonprofits in Mississippi, with 61 grants available primarily targeting health and education.
  • The Federal Government: The federal government provides 16 grants, typically funding nonprofits that work in agriculture and rural development.
  • Corporate Funders: Corporate funders in Mississippi offer 9 grants supporting education, arts, and culture.

Whether you should pursue government grants or foundation grants depends on your grant readiness. Government grants often come with large awards but also require significant reporting and compliance efforts.

Timing is crucial when applying for grants in Mississippi. According to current data, the best time to submit applications is in Q1, when 32.8% of grant deadlines occur. Q2 follows with 24.6% of deadlines. These two periods offer the highest chance of securing funding. In contrast, Q4 has the lowest activity, with only 20.3% of deadlines. Nonprofits should prioritize grant applications in Q1 and Q2 to maximize success.

Grant funding in Mississippi has remained stagnant across the past several years. Based on IRS funding reports, total grant funding reached $696 million in 2021 but decreased to $629 million in 2022. While this represents a decline of 9%, future funding opportunities look optimistic. The key focus areas for grants in Mississippi during this time included single-organization support, alliance/advocacy organizations, and professional societies. The counties that have previously received the most funding are Hinds, Oktibbeha, and Lafayette County.

Instrumentl streamlines the grant-writing process for nonprofits in Mississippi from start to finish. The platform is designed to identify relevant grants, track deadlines, and provide insights on funders' priorities. These tools and more are designed to make your organization more competitive and increase the chances of securing funding.

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