Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi

06/12/2026

06/09/2026

🎄✨ This year, the Community Foundation is proud to partner with Giving Tuesday to spread even more joy and generosity throughout our community!
Join us on November 17 for our festive Christmas Open House, featuring delicious food, beverages, holiday cheer, and of course — our special Giving Tree. 🎁
If your nonprofit chooses to participate, you’ll receive a custom-designed ornament displayed on the Giving Tree, complete with a QR code that links directly to your fund—making it easy for donors to support your mission in a meaningful way. 💙
Interested in joining? Simply scan the QR code below or contact Development & Operations Officer Cooper Hodges:
📧 [email protected]
📞 662-449-5002 ext. 6
Be sure to complete the form—submissions close August 1st!
Let’s come together this season to give back and make a difference. 🌟

06/01/2026

📣 Now Open: Annual Grant Cycle
We’re excited to announce that our annual grant application period is officially open!
🗓 June 1 – June 30
If your organization is making a meaningful impact in our community, we encourage you to apply. This is your opportunity to turn ideas into action and expand the work you’re passionate about.
👉 Apply today: https://cfnm.org/grants/competitive-grants/

05/22/2026

The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day.
We take this time to honor and remember the brave men and women who lost their lives serving our country. ❤️
We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday.
Have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend!

05/13/2026

✨ Donor‑Advised Funds (DAFs) are the fastest‑growing charitable giving vehicle in the United States!
They allow you to bring all your charitable giving into one place while offering flexibility, convenience, and greater tax benefits than a standard cash gift.
Interested in learning more? Contact Development Director Stacye Trout at 📧 [email protected].
💙 Make your giving simpler and more impactful.

04/29/2026

Come join us! Spring Fling Day!

04/22/2026

How the Community Foundation can help:
If you've ever found yourself wondering whether you're giving to the "right" organizations, you are not alone. This is where the Community Foundation can help. One of the most valuable roles the Community Foundation plays is serving as a trusted, knowledgeable partner in your philanthropy.

Click below to learn more
https://cfnm.org/charitable-giving-due-diligence-and-how-the-community-foundation-can-help/

04/21/2026

🌸 Spring Planning Starts Now: Endow Mississippi Tax Credits 🌸
As we move into spring, now is a great time to begin planning for Endow Mississippi tax credits and to keep the September application deadlines in mind.
Attached for your reference:
✅ The Endow Mississippi Tax Credit Application
✅ The 2026 Endow Mississippi informational page
We encourage you to review these materials as you consider your charitable giving plans for the year. If you have any questions or would like assistance with the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to [email protected] or [email protected] —we’re happy to help.

04/20/2026

Check out our latest Q+A video, where we answer your top questions and share key insights. Watch now! 🎥

Competitive Grants Q+A video