Mississippi Community Programs Funding via Costco Foundation
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits running children’s, education, or health and human services programs can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary support of their community initiatives. Grants may benefit fire departments’ nonprofit partners offering youth education, child welfare, or related human services in areas where Costco operates, with decisions based on documented community need and measurable outcomes.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or community-focused programs may be eligible for funding that could support Mississippi firefighting, fire prevention, or related safety initiatives. Creag Foundation supports creative approaches to addressing social problems, considering proposals from organizations that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and are tackling existing or previously unaddressed social issues.
Creag Foundation
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
CSX Foundation Community Service Grants in Mississippi
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits, government entities including fire rescue departments, and educational institutions can receive in-kind intermodal transportation services and donated railroad equipment to reduce freight and materials costs. Grants from CSX Foundation help organizations supporting military members, community first responders, and broader community services across CSX’s service network, including Mississippi and parts of Canada.
Csx Foundation Inc
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth can seek funding for health, education, development, and welfare programs from the Dan Paul Foundation, including in Mississippi. Grants up to US $15,000 may support child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, refugee enrichment, early childhood development, and related youth-focused initiatives that fit the foundation’s mission.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations tackling major social or environmental challenges can access funding and support from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation. Focused on scalable solutions for underserved communities, organizations in Mississippi and other priority regions working on fire safety, community resilience, or related services may be eligible for up to US $300,000 plus intensive capacity-building assistance.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Entergy Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Mississippi
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public institutions, eligible governments, veterans groups, and volunteer fire departments can seek funding for community improvement, healthy families, arts, and social service programs. With a mission to strengthen local communities, Entergy Charitable Foundation provides open grants that may support fire departments’ community enrichment, safety, or family-focused initiatives in priority service areas.
Entergy Charitable Foundation
Firehouse Subs Foundation Grants for Mississippi Firefighting
Fire departments and other public safety organizations in Mississippi can seek funding for life-saving equipment, prevention education, disaster relief, scholarships, and military support, with awards up to Up to US $40,000. Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation supports firefighting and fire prevention needs for U.S. applicants, generally within 60 miles of a Firehouse Subs restaurant, with quarterly application windows.
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
State Farm Foundation Fire Safety Grants in Mississippi
Mississippi fire departments and volunteer fire companies can seek funding for firefighting, fire prevention, and broader community safety initiatives, as well as education and community development projects. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support fire safety, disaster preparedness and recovery, and neighborhood revitalization efforts across eligible U.S. communities.
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 provide direct social services, such as poverty alleviation, housing, reentry, or youth development, can seek more than US $100,000 in program, capital, or general support. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes scalable, proven efforts that foster economic independence and strengthen families, which may include community-focused safety or resilience initiatives in Mississippi.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Mississippi Youth Services Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Organizations serving children and youth in education, health, or family economic stability in Mississippi and other eligible U.S. locations can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation backs nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public entities working with urban low-income communities; fire departments with qualifying youth or family programs may be eligible.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Grants from La Roche help Mississippi fire departments and other accredited charities worldwide fund humanitarian, social, science education, community, environmental, and contemporary arts projects. Eligible projects should promote sustainable development, allow use of Roche expertise and logistics, involve local partners early, and engage Roche employees in cultural, educational, or social activities.
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 programs may be eligible for this funding, which must be used in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help well-managed groups expand services that significantly benefit their communities, which can include fire departments with qualifying initiatives.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America Foundation
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community development, basic needs, workforce training, or cultural programming can apply for regional sponsorships that strengthen local economic and social vitality. Bank of America Foundation supports efforts like preserving neighborhoods, addressing hunger and shelter, arts and culture, environmental initiatives, and diversity and inclusion, which may benefit fire department–connected community outreach or safety programs.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
General Operating Funding for Nonprofits from Cowles Charitable Trust
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can request up to US $10,000 to support arts, education, social justice, health, ethical journalism, or climate research, including general operating costs. With a mission to further this broad philanthropic legacy, Cowles Charitable Trust provides grants nationally, and Mississippi fire-related nonprofits with aligned programs may be eligible.
Cowles Charitable Trust
USDA Rural Development Support for Mississippi Facilities
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Mississippi public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and federally recognized Tribes can use this program to purchase, construct, or improve essential rural community facilities and equipment, including public safety buildings and fire trucks. Mississippi fire departments in eligible rural areas may access grants, low-interest loans, or combined financing through USDA Rural Development’s Community Facilities program.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Robinson Foundation Grants for Mississippi Community Services
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Mississippi 501(c)(3) organizations active for over three years and serving communities in the Southern region can seek funding for programs such as disaster relief, poverty relief, medical assistance, education, and support for children and families. Robinson Foundation supports these efforts with single-year grants that show tangible, meaningful impact and clear results.
Robinson Foundation
Mississippi Community Services Funding via Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Diverse 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Mississippi can seek support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding projects. Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation provides charitable organizations with funding that may benefit fire departments or related public safety initiatives when structured as eligible nonprofit programs aligned with its broad mission to respect life, people, and the environment.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Fire departments and other eligible public entities in Mississippi communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek funding for education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment initiatives. Focused on strengthening communities where it operates, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites applicants whose projects enhance long-term well-being and sustainability within these local areas.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Mississippi Community Services
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Mississippi within 15 miles of a TJX location can seek funding for basic needs, youth enrichment and workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation supports community-based efforts that help vulnerable families and children access resources and opportunities for better futures; applications follow an eligibility questionnaire and invitation-only process.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community and Environmental Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental or human services programs, including those serving Mississippi communities, can apply for unrestricted grants from the Lawrence Foundation, typically ranging from US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants can support general operating or program/project expenses, which may include community safety or emergency services initiatives.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Mississippi and across the U.S. can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based programs such as education, cultural activities, health facilities, and environmental or wildlife initiatives. Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation funding may benefit fire departments or related agencies that operate qualifying community, safety, or educational programs.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Mississippi Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for basic needs, community development, cultural enrichment, and volunteer-driven causes. U.S.-based organizations addressing hunger, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, community revitalization, or arts access may be eligible, including fire departments with qualifying community or economic stability programs and strong Ameriprise volunteer engagement.
Ameriprise Financial
Mississippi Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Mississippi 501(c)(3) organizations seeking project support in education, social services, health care, civic or cultural work, or environmental programs can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation. Fire departments and related public safety organizations with eligible nonprofit status may be considered for US $5,000 - US $25,000 in one-year project grants, primarily within the U.S.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Entergy Charitable Foundation Support for Mississippi Communities
Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Volunteer fire departments and other eligible nonprofits in Mississippi can seek funding for community improvement, healthy families, poverty solutions, social services, education, and arts and culture projects. Grants from Entergy Charitable Foundation help organizations, including qualifying 501(c)(4) fire departments, enhance neighborhood safety, support children and families, and strengthen local communities where Entergy operates.
Entergy Charitable Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community services such as economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief in Mississippi may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support; O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports this work in U.S. communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates. Fire departments with qualifying community-focused programs may benefit.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Mississippi with strong, replicable community partnerships addressing significant social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide competition honors collaborations among public, private, and social sector partners, so Mississippi fire departments working through nonprofit entities on fire safety or community resilience initiatives may be eligible.
Mutual Of America Foundation