MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE
AI Summary
The Mississippi Hills Heritage Area Alliance is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within Mississippi. The Alliance does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it engages in a relationship-based approach, granting funds exclusively by invitation. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF THE MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE IS TO PRESERVE, ENHANCE, INTERPRET, AND PROMOTE THE CULTURAL AND HERITAGE ASSETS OF THE HILLS REGION. ITS KEY OBJECTIVES ARE TO INCREASE JOBS AND VISITATION TO THE AREA AND TO DEVELOP AND SUPPORT PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS THAT SUSTAIN THE HERITAGE TOURISM INDUSTRY WITHIN THE REGION.
Cause Areas
2
Historical activities
Rural development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MISSISSIPPI MAIN STREET ASSOCIATION INC
Jackson, MS
$100K
12%
UNION COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
New Albany, MS
$63.9K
8%
RIPLEY MAIN STREET ASSOCIATION INC
Ripley, MS
$56.5K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$19.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$21.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE?
No. MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE give?
MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE primarily gives to organizations located in Mississippi. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $19 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE make each year?
In 2024, MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $171 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE fund recently?
In 2025, MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include MISSISSIPPI MAIN STREET ASSOCIATION INC, UNION COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC, and RIPLEY MAIN STREET ASSOCIATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE?
MISSISSIPPI HILLS HERITAGE AREA ALLIANCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.