Annual grants from the Community Foundation of East Mississippi support science, education, arts, health, and community projects benefiting five East Mississippi counties.
Funder: Community Foundation of East Mississippi
Due Dates: March 31, 2027 (Cycle 1) | July 31, 2026 (Cycle 2) | October 31, 2026 (Cycle 3)
Funding Amounts: Multiple awards per cycle; typical mini-grants up to $500; other grant sizes vary by program and availability.
Summary: Annual grants for nonprofits, schools, and community groups supporting education, arts, animal welfare, historic preservation, health, and community development in five East Mississippi counties.
The Community Foundation of East Mississippi offers a range of annual grants through three competitive cycles, supporting projects that enhance the quality of life in Clarke, Kemper, Lauderdale, Neshoba, and Newton counties. Grants are available for initiatives in education, arts, animal welfare, historic preservation, community development, leadership, health, and human services. Each grant cycle features specific programs, some honoring local leaders, and targets a diverse array of community needs.
Applicants may include nonprofit organizations, schools, school districts, community groups, and, in some cases, government entities. Funding supports both innovative new initiatives and the expansion or continuation of existing programs that benefit residents within the five-county region.