Grants paid in 2024
12 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-SouthOlive Branch, MS | Development of new ymca in hernando | $2.1M |
| City of Hernando Conger Park ProjectHernando, MS | Repair & renovate playground | $125K |
| Emmett Till Interpretive CenterSumner, MS | Preserve memory of emmett till | $75K |
| YMCA Foundation of Middle Tn Margaret Maddox YMCANashville, TN | Long-term sustainability & viability | $50K |
| Mississippi News CorporationRidgeland, MS | Civic engagement & public dialogue | $25K |
| Save the Music FoundationNew York, NY | Support at-risk youth through music | $20K |
| Philanthropy SoutheastAtlanta, GA | General support | $13K |
| Grammy Museum MississippiCleveland, MS | Teach & inspire future generations | $10K |
| Nashville School of LawNashville, TN | Support for quality legal education | $5,000 |
| CandidguidestarWilliamsburg, VA | General support | $3,801 |
| City of HernandoHernando, MS | Upgrade safety features at conger | $3,500 |
| Mb Swayze Educational FoundationJackson, MS | Emphasize scholastic excellence | $2,400 |
By state: Mississippi 7 · Tennessee 2 · New York 1 · Georgia 1 · Virginia 1
About this foundation
Maddox Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Hernando, Mississippi, administered in care of Robin Grindstaff Costa, tax-exempt since 2000. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Maddox Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Maddox Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $2.4M across 12 grants, a median of $17K.
Where does Maddox Foundation give?
Mississippi (7 grants), Tennessee (2 grants), New York (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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