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Est.

2002

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Mississippi River Trust is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within its specific geographic area. It operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, granting funds by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the Trust can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

PRESERVATION OF THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER PRAIRIES, BOTTOMLANDS, BAYOUS , COASTAL SAVANNAHS, LONGLEAF PINE FORESTS AND SCENIC RIVERS AND STREAMS.
Total Funding Given
$1.4M
2019
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WILDLIFE MISSISSIPPI
Stoneville, MS
$1.6M
100%
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$178.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$1.4M
M
Marsha Barbour
Board Member
D
David Bramlette
Board Member
H
Howard Brent
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRUST?
No. MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRUST give?
MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRUST 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 RIVER TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRUST fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $179 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRUST make each year?
In 2019, MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRUST awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $1.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRUST fund recently?
In 2024, MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRUST awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include WILDLIFE MISSISSIPPI. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRUST?
MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.