Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi

09/08/2026

The Clinton School of Public Service at the University of Arkansas has named Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi board member Sanford Johnson as the newest member of the Dean’s Advisory Board. The Dean’s Advisory Board brings together distinguished leaders across the public, private, and non-profit sectors to provide strategic guidance, support institutional advancement, and expand real-world opportunities for graduate students pursuing careers in public service. Johnson earned a Master of Public Service from the Clinton School in 2009 and holds a BA from Auburn University. Read more at-

The Clinton School has named Alejandra Castillo, Kelly Eichler, and Sanford Johnson as the newest members of the Dean’s Advisory Board.

09/08/2026

It may be September, but with temperatures still hovering near 100 degrees, it hardly feels like fall is near! Even so, we’re already preparing for year-end giving, and the Endow Mississippi application deadline is September 30th - an opportunity to receive a 25% state income tax credit!

As you consider your charitable giving plans, remember that cash and checks are not the only options for supporting the causes you care about. Depending on your situation, gifts of appreciated stock can help you avoid capital gains taxes, while real estate, IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs), and other assets may offer additional tax advantages.
https://cfnm.org/donors/endow-ms/

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09/04/2026

Happy Labor Day! Please remember our offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th!

08/13/2026

📚 Back-to-school season is the perfect time to take a fresh look at your charitable giving plans before year-end arrives. A strategy called “bunching” may help maximize tax benefits by combining multiple years of charitable gifts into one tax year while continuing to support your favorite nonprofits through a donor-advised fund. Contact the Community Foundation to learn how charitable planning can help you make an even greater impact.
https://cfnm.org/early-birds-bunching-and-planning-for-year-end/

08/04/2026

August is National Make-A-Will Month! 💙

Have you created your will yet? It's never too early to plan for the future and ensure your family, values, and charitable goals are protected.

The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi can help you explore ways to include a charitable gift in your estate plan and leave a lasting impact on the communities you love.

Your legacy can make a difference for generations to come.

📍 Learn more by contacting us today.
www.cfnm.org or call us at 6624495002

Connecting People Who Care With Causes That Matter!

07/17/2026

07/15/2026

Have you ever wondered how a donated gold item is appraised?

In our latest YouTube video, our Development Director, Stacye Trout, visits Gloria's Estate Jewelry to learn more about the appraisal process and how donated jewelry can help make a difference.

Scot Keller with GLORIA’S ESTATE JEWELRY in Hernando, Mississippi a...

06/22/2026

📢 Join Us on LinkedIn!
Next Wednesday, June 24th, tune in as our Accounting Director, Colin Davis, presents on LinkedIn. He’ll be discussing the benefits and progress of our new grant payment system, Chariot.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how Chariot is improving our processes and delivering value.
👉 Follow us on LinkedIn and join the conversation!

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06/18/2026

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🎉 Exciting News for Mississippi! 🎉
The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi (CFNM) is proud to partner with Molina Healthcare in surprising Feed the Future Mississippi with a transformational grant to help expand access to nutritious food across our communities.
Supporting organizations like Feed the Future Mississippi is central to our mission of strengthening Northwest Mississippi and improving quality of life for all. This investment will help ensure more families have the resources they need to thrive. 💙
We are honored to collaborate with partners who share our commitment to addressing food insecurity and creating lasting impact.
🙏 Thank you to Molina Healthcare and Feed the Future Mississippi for the important work you do every day!