Funding Amount

Varies (recent awards: $2,500 - $5,000 per organization)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Rapid Response Grants

Funder: Women's Foundation of Mississippi

Geographic Scope: Mississippi statewide

Purpose: Emergency funding for organizations directly serving vulnerable women and families during times of crisis (e.g., COVID-19 pandemic)

Eligible Uses:

  • Food assistance

  • Personal hygiene products and protective gear

  • Technology and internet-connected devices

  • Direct financial assistance (rent, utilities, childcare stipends)

  • Emergency relief for low-wage workers and students

  • Mental health services

  • Legal advocacy (eviction prevention)

  • Care packages and fresh produce

  • Childcare assistance

  • Transportation assistance
  • Eligible Applicants:

  • Nonprofit organizations serving women and girls

  • Community-based organizations

  • Programs serving vulnerable and low-income populations
  • Contact Information:

  • Women's Foundation of Mississippi

  • 2906 North State Street, Suite 302

  • Jackson, MS 39216

  • Phone: 601.326.3001

  • Email: info@womensfoundationms.org
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Specific application details for Rapid Response Grants not provided in website content.

    Contact foundation directly for:

  • Rapid response grant application procedures

  • Timeline for emergency funding decisions

  • Required materials and forms

  • Submission process
  • Contact: info@womensfoundationms.org or 601.326.3001

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    womenhardshipfood-securitymental-healthchild-care

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