To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc
To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc. T.I.M.E. Inc. is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening Mississippis communities through education innovation and economic empowerment. Our mission is to build strategic partnerships with local farmers businesses and educational institutions to promote sustainable agriculture expand access to technology and create opportunities for economic growth in both urban and rural areas. Through education workforce development and community engagement we work to equip individuals especially youth with the knowledge and resources needed to sustain a healthier more productive Mississippi.
To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc at a glance
In short: To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc gave $64K across 6 grants in 2024 (avg $11K), top state Tennessee. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $64,183
- Grants made (2024)
- 6
- Average grant
- $10,697
- Median grant
- $10,597
- Total assets
- $17,834
- -94.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Tennessee (25% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Memphis Dawah ($16K). Together the top 6 received $64K.
Grant Size Distribution
6 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 6 grants of 6 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 6 grants totaling $64K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis Dawah Memphis, TN | Conference Fees and Travel | $16,237 |
| Widget Business Training Company Griffin, GA | Conference Fees and Related Travel | $16,000 |
| Zion United Methodist Church N Las Vegas, NV | Conference Fees and Travel | $13,493 |
| Mentorscope Community Outreach Houston, TX | Conference Fees and Travel | $7,700 |
| Black United Fund of Texas Houston, TX | Conference Fees and Travel | $5,675 |
| Allegheny Conservation District Pittsburgh, PA | Conference Fee and Travel | $5,078 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17,834 | $2,924,267 | $2,924,376 | $64,183 | 6 |
| 2023 | $342,700 | $320,952 | $374,069 | — | — |
| 2022 | — | $156,996 | $109,175 | — | — |
| 2021 | $54,799 | $267,621 | $212,822 | — | — |
About To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc
Based on IRS filings
To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc is a public charity focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in Jackson, MS. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $18K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 6 grants totaling $64K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc is led by Cindy A Elliott, President-Ceo since 2023 (on filings since 2021); all 8 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Cindy A Elliott
President-Ceo
Chairman, CEO & Principal Investigator → President, CEO & Principal Investigator, 2022
President, CEO & Principal Investigator → President-Ceo, 2023
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$27K (2022) → $157K (2024)
Adrenace V Williams
Co- Private Investigator
Secretary, Treasurer & Assistant Principal Investigator → Co-Private Investigator, 2023
Co-Private Investigator → Co- Private Investigator, 2024
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
$24K (2022) → $32K (2024)
LaGrand Elliott
Co-Private Investigator & Project
Vice Chairman → Vice President, 2022
Vice President → Co-Private Investigator & Project, 2024
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$58K (2024)
Frances Martin
Co-Private Investigator
On filings since 2023
8.3 hrs/week
$6K (2023) → $31K (2024)
Cedric Jenkins
Administrator Support Assistant
New on the 2024 filing
22 hrs/week
$21K (2024)
Eric Elliott
Project Support Assistant
New on the 2024 filing
21 hrs/week
$30K (2024)
Wendy Williams
Project Support
New on the 2024 filing
10 hrs/week
$12K (2024)
William Evans
Urban Ag Specialist
New on the 2024 filing
12 hrs/week
$22K (2024)
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $157K, to Cindy A Elliott (President-CEO). 8 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc
How much does To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc give each year?
To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc gave $64K across 6 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
What is To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc's typical grant size?
To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,597, and its average grant was $10,697, across 6 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc give grants?
To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc's top state is Tennessee, with 25% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Georgia (25%) and Nevada (21%). The most frequent recipient cities were Houston, TX (2 grants).
Does To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 6 grants with a stated purpose on To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Conference Fees and Travel" (4 grants).
Who are To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc's largest grantees?
To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Memphis Dawah ($16,237), Widget Business Training Company ($16,000) and Zion United Methodist Church ($13,493), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 71% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc?
To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc reported $18K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.9M.
What is To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc?
To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc is a public charity focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in Jackson, MS. It holds $18K in total assets as of 2024.
What is To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc's EIN?
To Improve Mississippi Economics Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-2301757. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 5, 2026)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS February 10, 2026)
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