UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION
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The University of Mississippi Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Mississippi, having paid out a total of $37.3 million in grants in 2025. This foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
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Cause Areas
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Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI
$294M
82%
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI MEDICAL CENTER RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION
$3.1M
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION?
No. UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION give?
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION 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 UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $1.6 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $37.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI and UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI MEDICAL CENTER RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION?
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.