Mississippi Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary support of their initiatives. Grants may benefit organizations whose visual arts programs for youth address community needs, demonstrate measurable outcomes, and show strong collaboration and diversified financial support in communities where Costco operates.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services approaches, including those supporting visual arts in Mississippi, can seek invitation-only funding to address social problems. Creag Foundation considers smaller or evolving organizations that propose new ways to tackle existing or previously unaddressed societal issues; interested groups may begin 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 health, education, development, and welfare programs, including workshops, scholarships, and enrichment initiatives, in Mississippi and beyond. The Dan Paul Foundation offers up to US $15,000 for projects such as child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, and refugee enrichment that engage and benefit young people.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage nonprofit and impact-first social enterprises in Mississippi and beyond can seek funding to scale innovative solutions for underserved communities. Focused on bold, scalable social and environmental impact, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation offers up to US $300,000 plus intensive capacity-building support for organizations operating in priority regions including the U.S.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Global Tech Solutions
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment programs in Mississippi and worldwide can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help tech-enabled initiatives serving predominantly economically underserved communities, with applications accepted year-round via an initial LOI.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Hearst Foundation Social Service Grants in Mississippi
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million that deliver direct social services, including in Mississippi, can seek large grants to expand proven programs addressing chronic poverty and economic hardship. William Randolph Hearst Foundation supports program, capital, and general operations for efforts like affordable housing, food access, job training, youth development, reentry, and legal services, with awards over US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Mississippi
Nonprofit organizations working in health, education, or community services in Mississippi can apply for funding that supports food pantries, healthcare access for underserved populations, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives. Focused on community well-being, the Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites eligible 501(c)(3) groups, including those serving visual artists, to request support during its March and September review cycles.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Mississippi Arts Commission Arts Access Grants
Nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in underserved Mississippi counties can seek funding to expand arts access and programming in their communities. Focused on arts and culture participation, Mississippi Arts Commission invites schools, libraries, arts councils, and community groups to explore eligible projects and receive outreach support, including visits from program directors to discuss grants and services.
Mississippi Arts Commission
Mississippi Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Organizations working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability for low-income urban youth in Mississippi and other eligible areas can seek project or scaling support of more than US $50,000. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and related entities in the U.S., India, and South Africa that meet its mission and location criteria.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Professional Development Funding from South Arts
Mississippi arts nonprofits and government or tribal arts units seeking professional development for staff or board members 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 conferences, workshops, travel, and other eligible training expenses for smaller arts organizations.
South Arts, Inc.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Education
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations conducting charitable, educational, scientific, or medical work in the U.S., including Mississippi, can seek funding to support broad-impact programs. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help organizations with strong management and measurable service to their target populations, which may include visual arts nonprofits with qualifying educational or community-focused initiatives.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Sponsorship Funding from Bank of America Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Mississippi seeking support for community-focused programs can apply for Bank of America Foundation sponsorships. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives such as arts and culture, community development, housing, hunger relief, workforce education, and diversity and inclusion, which may benefit visual arts organizations contributing to local economic and social vitality.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian and Poverty Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those in Mississippi, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000 to support humanitarian, poverty alleviation, disability, and disaster relief programs. Eligible groups are typically smaller 501(c)(3)s or qualifying foreign entities operating in select countries, including the U.S.
Gupta Family Foundation
Arts and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Cowles Charitable Trust
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for arts, education, social justice, health, or ethical journalism can apply for grants up to US $10,000 from Cowles Charitable Trust. With a mission to further Gardner Cowles Jr.’s philanthropic legacy, it welcomes general operating support requests, which may benefit visual arts nonprofits in Mississippi that fit its priorities.
Cowles Charitable Trust
South Arts Accessibility Grants in Mississippi
Applications due Sep 4, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) arts organizations and eligible public or tribal entities in Mississippi can receive US $500 - US $2,500 to make arts programs more accessible for people with disabilities. South Arts supports costs like accessibility audits, assistive services, website and materials accessibility, and modest facility enhancements, with priority for new, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, rural, and disability-led organizations.
South Arts, Inc.
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can receive more than US $50,000 to create storytelling projects that highlight their preservation, education, or wellness impact. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports initiatives such as environmental conservation, historic preservation, mental health, and education, which may include visual storytelling by Mississippi arts-focused organizations.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Mississippi Nonprofits
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Mississippi and the broader Southern region can seek funding for programs such as education, youth and family services, poverty relief, disaster relief, health, animal welfare, conservation, veterans’ issues, and religious or spiritual work. Robinson Foundation supports single-year, program-focused projects from fiscally responsible organizations operating for more than three years.
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 flexible funding for charitable organizations whose missions advance people, the environment, and respect for life, which may include nonprofits supporting visual artists or arts-related community initiatives.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Arts
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations, public schools, and local government entities near Georgia-Pacific facilities in Mississippi can seek funding for education, community enrichment, environment, entrepreneurship, and arts-related programs. Focused on strengthening GP communities, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites eligible groups within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community to propose projects that improve long-term community well-being.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Mississippi Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Mississippi located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation supports community-focused initiatives that help vulnerable families and children build better futures; visual arts nonprofits may be eligible if their programs align.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environment and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental or human services work in Mississippi can apply for Lawrence Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help visual arts organizations in Mississippi if their programs advance these priorities and need unrestricted operating or project support.
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 and facilities. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation funds museums, cultural and performing arts, education and youth services, disability and senior programs, health clinics, environmental and wildlife efforts, and related initiatives where modest grants have strong impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Mississippi Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Mississippi working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can seek funding for hunger relief, housing, economic development, cultural enrichment, or adult self-sufficiency programs. With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides U.S. nonprofits with support, prioritizing sites that actively engage Ameriprise employee and advisor volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Mississippi Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Mississippi 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in education, social services, health care, civic or cultural programs, or environmental initiatives can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation for one-year project support. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually, with most funding going to U.S. applicants and a single application allowed per grant year.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Professional Development Funding for Southern Arts Organizations via South Arts
Applications due Apr 22, 2027
Nonprofit and governmental arts presenting organizations in Mississippi and the broader South Arts region can apply for up to US $1,000 to support staff or guest artists’ professional development travel and training. South Arts funds expenses for conferences, festivals, workshops, exhibitions, and virtual trainings, with a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
South Arts, Inc.
Mississippi Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Mississippi working with underserved youth, families, or community and environmental programs can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful projects. Visual arts nonprofits may be eligible if their programs advance youth development, education, housing, food access, or environmental stewardship.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Mississippi that lead strong, replicable community partnerships may be eligible for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, recognizing collaborations that address significant social issues. Visual arts nonprofits using cross-sector partnerships to strengthen communities can showcase their impact and model for others through this annual U.S. competition.
Mutual Of America Foundation