William B & Saramel Crooks

Mississippi Humanities Council Inc

Jackson, MS

The Mississippi Humanities Council funds public humanities projects—such as lectures, exhibits, oral histories, and film or online productions—that explore history and culture and serve communities across Mississippi. Its 2024 grants had a median award of $9,800, while current offerings are Minigrants of up to $2,500 and Mississippi Stories Grants of up to $5,000; it states that Minigrants are accepted on a rolling basis, but does not specify whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

Jimmy A Payne Family Foundation

Scottsdale, AZ

Jay & Deanie Stein Foundation Trust

Jacksonville, FL

The Jay & Deanie Stein Foundation Trust supports arts and cultural organizations, education, religious and Jewish community life, historic preservation, and services for children and families. Its 2025 grants ranged from $100 to $378,000, with a median of $10,000; most funding went to California, followed by the District of Columbia, Mississippi, and New York. It does not accept unsolicited requests and gives only to preselected charitable organizations.

Changex United States Inc

Boston, MA

ChangeX United States funds local community projects addressing social and environmental needs, including education, health, inclusion, civic participation, and environmental protection. In 2024, grants ranged from $5,565 to $100,000, with a median of $7,000, and supported projects in the United States and several other countries. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Van Devender Family Foundation William Van Devender Trustee

Jackson, MS

The Van Devender Family Foundation supports schools, churches and ministries, health organizations, and housing or community initiatives, primarily in Mississippi. Its 2025 grants ranged from $200 to $202,500, with a median of $5,000. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Grand Rapids Community Foundation

Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Community Foundation funds nonprofits and eligible public or fiduciary-sponsored organizations working in education, health, neighborhoods, arts and culture, economic prosperity, and the environment, with an emphasis on equity and reducing barriers. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,065 to $2.36 million, with a median of $23,000, and primarily serve Kent County and West Michigan; eligible applicants can submit an online pre-application for projects fitting its priorities.

The Hearst Foundation

New York, NY

The Hearst Foundation supports established U.S. nonprofits in culture, education, health, and social services, with grants typically ranging from $75,000 to $500,000 and a median of $150,000. It funds organizations nationwide; its New York office reviews proposals east of the Mississippi River and its San Francisco office reviews those west of it.

Bernard and Shirley Lapides Foundation

Memphis, TN

The Bernard and Shirley Lapides Foundation supports arts and culture, education, assistance for people who are indigent or handicapped, and animal welfare. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,000 to $16,364, with a median of $2,500, and most funding went to Tennessee, followed by New York and Mississippi. It requests a letter stating the purpose; the profile does not specify whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

The Wallace Foundation

New York, NY

The Wallace Foundation funds initiatives in the arts, education leadership, and youth development, working with nonprofits and public institutions to improve practice and build evidence. Its grants are generally about $400,000 over 2.8 years, and its initiatives are national in scope. It does not accept unsolicited requests, though it sometimes invites proposals through open calls.

WK Kellogg Foundation

Battle Creek, MI

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation funds work to help children, families, and communities thrive, including early education, health equity, food systems, family economic well-being, and racial equity. In 2025, its grants ranged from $50 to nearly $5 million, with a median of $100,000; it funds across the United States, with long-term commitments in several states and communities, as well as parts of Mexico and Haiti. It accepts unsolicited proposals online at any time.

Stevens Family Foundation

Medina, WA

The Stevens Family Foundation supports a varied range of organizations, including schools, churches, community groups, and conservation organizations, with most funding going to Washington. Its 2025 grants ranged from $500 to $45,500, with a median grant of $1,750. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Ergon Foundation Inc

Jackson, MS

The foundation funds medical research, education, community development, and services for children with communication disorders, with most giving in Mississippi. In 2025, its grants ranged from $2,500 to $615,000, with a median of $25,000. It gives only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited funding requests.