The Noblitt Foundation
The Noblitt Foundation is a private foundation, based in Jackson, MS. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $5.3M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 8 grants totaling $275K. Net investment income was $254K.
The Noblitt Foundation at a glance
In short: The Noblitt Foundation gave $275K across 8 grants in 2024 (avg $34K), mostly in Mississippi. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $275,014
- -62.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 8
- -33.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $34,377
- -43.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $22,500
- Total assets
- $5,343,123
- +8.5% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Mississippi (95% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
Who The Noblitt Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Wesley Biblical Seminary ($100K). Together the top 8 received $275K.
Grant Size Distribution
41 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 28 grants of 41 (68%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 8 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Noblitt Foundation gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+3%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 120% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $267K (2021) to $727K (2023). In 2024 it made 8 grants totaling $275K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wesley Biblical Seminary Ridgeland, MS | To contribute to the charitable purpose of the organization. | $100,000 |
| Sunnybrook Children's Home Ridgeland, MS | To contribute to the charitable purpose of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes Ridgeland, MS | To contribute to the charitable purpose of the organization. | $40,000 |
| Empower Mississippi Foundation Ridgeland, MS | To contribute to the charitable purpose of the organization. | $25,000 |
| Mission First Jackson, MS | To contribute to the charitable purpose of the organization. | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Central MS Jackson, MS | To contribute to the charitable purpose of the organization. | $20,000 |
| Christian Broadcasting Network - Orphan's Promise Virginia Beach, VA | To contribute to the charitable purpose of the organization. | $15,014 |
| Canopy Children's Solutions Jackson, MS | To contribute to the charitable purpose of the organization. | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,343,123 | $592,490 | $299,155 | $275,014 | 8 | $275,014 | $254,111 | $229,456 |
| 2023 | $4,925,890 | $160,410 | $759,808 | $727,000 | 12 | $727,000 | $132,325 | $250,748 |
| 2022 | $5,346,437 | $140,227 | $746,821 | $727,000 | 11 | $727,000 | $118,647 | $328,517 |
| 2021 | $6,101,512 | $3,143,653 | $278,934 | $267,000 | 10 | $267,000 | $30,069 | $242,182 |
| 2020 | $182,883 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Noblitt Foundation reported a distributable amount of $229K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Noblitt Foundation's 2024 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Don Noblitt
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Holley Herrin Noblitt
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Scott Herrin Noblitt
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tatum Noblitt Goodman
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Noblitt Foundation
How much does The Noblitt Foundation give each year?
The Noblitt Foundation gave $275K across 8 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $727K across 12 grants.
What is The Noblitt Foundation's typical grant size?
The Noblitt Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $22,500, and its average grant was $34,377, across 8 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Noblitt Foundation give grants?
The Noblitt Foundation gives mostly in Mississippi: 95% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Virginia (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Ridgeland, MS (4 grants) and Jackson, MS (3 grants).
Who are The Noblitt Foundation's largest grantees?
The Noblitt Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Wesley Biblical Seminary ($100,000), Sunnybrook Children's Home ($50,000) and Fellowship of Christian Athletes ($40,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 69% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Noblitt Foundation?
The Noblitt Foundation reported $5.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $275K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $229K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What is The Noblitt Foundation's EIN?
The Noblitt Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 32-0192334. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work The Noblitt Foundation funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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