Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Madison, Mississippi
6 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Madison, Mississippi, holding $47M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 0 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parker Lifeshare Foundationsince 2014 | $780K8 grants · 2025 | $88K | Preselected only | $15M |
| Ware Foundationsince 1973 | $699K32 grants · 2024 | $20K | Preselected only | $18M |
| Dr and Mrs R Faser Triplett Foundationsince 1997 | $556K3 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $6.3M |
| Joel and Rachel Bomgar Foundationsince 2015 | $218K13 grants · 2024 | $15K | Preselected only | $2.1M |
| Henry & Martha Hederman Charitable Foundationsince 2002 | $173K16 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $2.7M |
| Mha Health Research & Educational Foundation Incsince 1970 | $13K1 grants · 2024 | $13K | Preselected only | $3.0M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Mississippi
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Mississippi Arts Commission — Organizational GrantsStateMississippi Arts Commission | Mississippi Arts Commission | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Mississippi Humanities Council — Humanities GrantsStateMississippi Humanities Council | Mississippi Humanities Council | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Madison, Mississippi?
Our directory lists 6 private grantmaking foundations in Madison, Mississippi with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $47M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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