Appalachian Regional Commission Grants for Mississippi Infrastructure
Mississippi government agencies, local governing boards, nonprofits, tribes, and higher education institutions in eligible Appalachian counties can seek funding for critical infrastructure and workforce or business development projects. Mississippi capacity-building organizations may access funding through Appalachian Regional Commission to improve water and wastewater systems, transportation, broadband, entrepreneurship, worker training, and other community and economic development priorities.
Appalachian Regional Commission
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services programs can seek support for new or unaddressed social issues, including capacity-building efforts, through the Creag Foundation; eligibility is national, including Mississippi. Creag Foundation supports smaller or evolving organizations across areas like health, community development, literacy, and public safety, but applications are by invitation, starting with a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth can seek funding for programs that advance health, education, development, and welfare, including in Mississippi. The Dan Paul Foundation offers up to US $15,000 for initiatives such as early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, environmental education, and related capacity-building efforts.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Mississippi Capacity Building
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology to tackle education, crisis response, economic empowerment, or climate resilience challenges in Mississippi and beyond can access Global Impact Cash Grants, which provide up to US $100,000 for innovative, early-stage solutions. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving mostly economically underserved communities strengthen and scale their impact-focused programs.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Community Safety Grants in Mississippi
Nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies in Mississippi can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives that strengthen organizational capacity and impact. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation support efforts like disaster preparedness, community revitalization, job training, financial literacy, and K-12 or higher education programs across the U.S., including Mississippi.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Hearst Foundation Social Service Grants in Mississippi
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million that run proven social service programs can seek more than US $100,000 to expand or strengthen work in Mississippi and nationwide. William Randolph Hearst Foundation supports program, capital, and general operating needs, prioritizing efforts that tackle chronic poverty and build economic independence and strong families.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Mississippi Capacity Building Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other eligible organizations in Mississippi working on education or children’s health and family economic stability can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation supports programs in the U.S., India, and South Africa that improve outcomes for urban low-income children and youth.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community Foundation for Mississippi Capacity Grants
Focused on nonprofit growth and development, Community Foundation for Mississippi invites Mississippi 501(c)(3) organizations in its service area to seek mini-grants for capacity building. Funding typically provides free or discounted trainings, consulting, or workshops on topics like strategic planning, board development, fundraising, evaluation, and staff development to strengthen internal systems and management.
Community Foundation For Mississippi
Phil Hardin Foundation Support for Mississippi Education
Mississippi 501(c)(3) public charities and government agencies can seek funding for education-focused capacity building, including early childhood, literacy, teacher quality, school leadership, and equity of educational access. With a mission to improve educational and life outcomes, Phil Hardin Foundation prioritizes Meridian, Lauderdale County, Jackson, and projects with regional or statewide impact, plus arts, culture, and higher education initiatives.
Phil Hardin Foundation
Capacity Building Funding from South Arts
Mississippi arts nonprofits and government or tribal arts agencies seeking professional development for staff or boards can use this grant to build organizational capacity and sustainability. With a mission to advance Southern vitality through the arts, South Arts provides up to US $1,000 for travel, registration, consultants, and other first-time training opportunities, with a required dollar-for-dollar cash match.
South Arts, Inc.
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Accredited charities running humanitarian, social, science education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects can apply for funding that may benefit capacity-building efforts in Mississippi and worldwide. Grants from La Roche help organizations that promote sustainable development, engage local partners and employees, and leverage Roche expertise through locally managed affiliate giving in their own countries.
La Roche, Inc.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Mississippi Nonprofits
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Mississippi seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical work that benefits U.S. communities may be eligible for this funding. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help strengthen soundly managed organizations whose programs have broad reach, substantial impact, and contribute materially to the general welfare, including capacity-building efforts.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Mississippi working to strengthen capacity through housing, jobs, hunger relief, or community development initiatives may be eligible for sponsorship support. Bank of America Charitable Foundation also considers programs in arts and culture, environment, workforce education, diversity and inclusion, and basic needs that enhance local economic and social vitality.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Community Capacity Funding from Assisi Foundation
Applications due Aug 7, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on health, education, social justice, arts, or community development in Mississippi’s DeSoto County can seek capacity-building and program support from The Assisi Foundation of Memphis. The foundation funds efforts that strengthen organizational effectiveness and community resilience, including initiatives that enhance well-being and address social determinants in the Mid-South region.
The Assisi Foundation of Memphis, Inc.
Program Support Grants for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on children’s services, education, humanitarian aid, environmental protection, animal welfare, or arts and culture can seek US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support their programs. With a mission to uphold life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, Hansen Family Foundation provides grants that Mississippi nonprofits can use to strengthen and expand their work.
Hansen Family Foundation
Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits from Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
Applications due Sep 27, 2026
Established 501(c)(3) nonprofits in west Tennessee, northern Mississippi, or eastern Arkansas can apply for approximately US $15,000 from the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis to fund one-time capacity building projects like evaluation, training, planning, or technology upgrades. Awards require a dollar-for-dollar cash match and a current strategic plan tied to organizational improvement.
Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
Mississippi Capacity Building Funding via Greater New Orleans Foundation
Applications due Oct 29, 2026
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits strengthening their capacity to serve underserved and low- to moderate-income communities can access funding through Greater New Orleans Foundation, with awards up to US $25,000. The Hancock Whitney Opportunity Grant supports organizations focused on food insecurity, workforce development, youth programs (non-sports), or AmeriCorps-supported teams within Hancock Whitney’s Mississippi service areas.
Greater New Orleans Foundation
Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Mississippi can seek US $5,000 - US $10,000 in unrestricted support for environmental, human services, or related programs. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help build capacity through either general operating or program/project funding, with reasonable indirect costs allowed and no geographic restrictions beyond U.S.-qualified status.
Lawrence Foundation
Mississippi Arts Commission Capacity Grants in Mississippi
Applications due Nov 2, 2026
Mississippi 501(c)(3) arts nonprofits and local government units can receive matching mini-grants for professional development and organizational capacity building in the arts. With a mission to strengthen arts organizations, Mississippi Arts Commission provides support for hiring professional artists or consultants, conference participation, strategic planning, curriculum development, and projects that expand arts access and education across Mississippi.
Mississippi Arts Commission
Mississippi Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Mississippi nonprofits working in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural programs, or environmental initiatives can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation for one-year project support. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations may receive US $5,000 - US $25,000, primarily for U.S.-based work that strengthens their programs and impact.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Mississippi Capacity Building Funding via Mississippi Arts Commission
Applications due Mar 2, 2027
Mississippi 501(c)(3) arts organizations seeking general operating support for salaries, marketing, rent, insurance, or artistic fees can apply for the MAC Operating Grant, with awards up to US $30,000. Focused on capacity building, the Mississippi Arts Commission supports arts-based community development, arts industry, and folk and traditional arts statewide.
Mississippi Arts Commission
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving economic stability, workforce readiness, health, or disaster relief can seek project, operating, or capital support to build capacity and services. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports U.S.-based community organizations in O’Reilly Auto Parts markets that aid underserved individuals and families through hunger relief, homelessness services, literacy, health access, and related programs.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Mississippi Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Mississippi working on youth education, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Awards support programs serving underserved youth and their families, including leadership development, hunger relief, and community or environmental projects.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Grassroots Justice Funding from Southern Partners Fund
Applications due May 6, 2027
Rural, community-based 501(c)(3) organizations in Mississippi and other Southeastern states using grassroots organizing for social, economic, or environmental justice can apply for Southern Partners Fund’s Hubert E. Sapp Regular Grant Cycle. Eligible groups may request general operating or project support to build leadership, strengthen organizing capacity, and advance community-led decision-making.
Southern Partners Fund
National Trust Grants for Mississippi Battlefield Preservation
Applications due Jun 2, 2027
Mississippi public agencies and 501(c)(3) or other nonprofit organizations can access funding for battlefield preservation planning and education projects through the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Grants of US $2,500 - US $10,000 support activities like preservation planning, capacity building, and public education to preserve battlefields, viewsheds, and related historic structures.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Mississippi with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, recognizing collaborative efforts that address significant social issues. Selected U.S. nonprofits demonstrating measurable community impact and effective cross-sector partnerships may receive recognition through multiple annual awards highlighting leadership, scalability, and innovative approaches.
Mutual Of America Foundation