Foundations that fund organizations in Gautier, Mississippi
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Gautier nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $294K to Gautier organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
8 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Gautier around $4,625. 5 of these funders are based in Mississippi; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Gautier
- $294K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 8
- Typical median grant
- $4,625
- Based in MS
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Gautier organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bower Foundation | Ridgeland, MS | 2 | $259K | $130K | Preselected only | Healthcare academy equip & apprentic; Academy website design & deployment |
| The Whitehead Foundation | Gautier, MS | 3 | $26K | $10K | Preselected only | Charitable donation |
| Witches Ride of Ocean Springs | Ocean Springs, MS | 1 | $4,625 | $4,625 | Preselected only | Aid in mission needs |
| Trehern Charitable Foundation | Ocean Springs, MS | 1 | $2,200 | $2,200 | Yes | Pregnancy education |
| Mississippi Power Foundation Inc | Gulfport, MS | 1 | $1,900 | $1,900 | Yes | 2025 Environmental Grant |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Gautier, Mississippi?
The Bower Foundation, The Whitehead Foundation, Witches Ride of Ocean Springs, Trehern Charitable Foundation, Mississippi Power Foundation Inc reported grants to Gautier organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Gautier. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.