Foundations that fund organizations in Hazlehurst, Mississippi
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Hazlehurst nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $22K to Hazlehurst organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Hazlehurst around $4,449. 1 of these funders are based in Mississippi; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Hazlehurst
- $22K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $4,449
- Based in MS
- 25%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Hazlehurst organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smith & Atcheson Fund for Excellence Inc | Washington, DC | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | General Mission |
| Southern Historical Preservation Society | Jackson, MS | 2 | $8,899 | $4,449 | Yes | Marker |
| Irene D Cunningham W | St Louis, MO | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Tractor Supply Company Foundation | Brentwood, TN | 2 | $500 | $250 | Yes | Hometown heroes donation |
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 Hazlehurst, Mississippi?
Smith & Atcheson Fund for Excellence Inc, Southern Historical Preservation Society, Irene D Cunningham W, Tractor Supply Company Foundation reported grants to Hazlehurst 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 Hazlehurst. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.