Foundations that fund organizations in Kiln, Mississippi
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Kiln nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $46K to Kiln organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Kiln around $1,000. 2 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 Kiln
- $46K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in MS
- 40%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Kiln organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosswood Foundation | Vero Beach, FL | 1 | $28K | $28K | Preselected only | Mission support |
| Leo W Seal Jr Family Foundation | Bay St Louis, MS | 2 | $15K | $7,500 | Yes | Animal shelter; Educational outreach |
| Downman Family Foundation | New Orleans, LA | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Unrestricted donation |
| Mississippi Power Foundation Inc | Gulfport, MS | 1 | $800 | $800 | Yes | 2025 Environment Grant |
| Shell USA Company Foundation | Houston, TX | 1 | $750 | $750 | Preselected only | 750 |
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 Kiln, Mississippi?
Rosswood Foundation, Leo W Seal Jr Family Foundation, Downman Family Foundation, Mississippi Power Foundation Inc, Shell USA Company Foundation reported grants to Kiln 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 Kiln. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.