Grant-Making Priorities

The foundation seeks to improve educational and life outcomes for Mississippi children and youth. At least 50 percent of grant dollars are invested annually in Meridian and Lauderdale County, with Jackson as a secondary area of interest. The foundation favors proposals with regional or statewide impact, replicable models, and cross-sector collaboration. It has a long history of supporting higher education in Mississippi, historically emphasizing Mississippi State University, the University of...