Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi

08/13/2026

📚 Back-to-school season is the perfect time to take a fresh look at your charitable giving plans before year-end arrives. A strategy called “bunching” may help maximize tax benefits by combining multiple years of charitable gifts into one tax year while continuing to support your favorite nonprofits through a donor-advised fund. Contact the Community Foundation to learn how charitable planning can help you make an even greater impact.

Visit CFNM.org to read more!

08/04/2026

August is National Make-A-Will Month! 💙

Have you created your will yet? It's never too early to plan for the future and ensure your family, values, and charitable goals are protected.

The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi can help you explore ways to include a charitable gift in your estate plan and leave a lasting impact on the communities you love.

Your legacy can make a difference for generations to come.

📍 Learn more by contacting us today.
www.cfnm.org or call us at 6624495002

Connecting People Who Care With Causes That Matter!

07/17/2026

07/15/2026

Have you ever wondered how a donated gold item is appraised?

In our latest YouTube video, our Development Director, Stacye Trout, visits Gloria's Estate Jewelry to learn more about the appraisal process and how donated jewelry can help make a difference.

Scot Keller with GLORIA’S ESTATE JEWELRY in Hernando, Mississippi a...

06/22/2026

📢 Join Us on LinkedIn!
Next Wednesday, June 24th, tune in as our Accounting Director, Colin Davis, presents on LinkedIn. He’ll be discussing the benefits and progress of our new grant payment system, Chariot.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how Chariot is improving our processes and delivering value.
👉 Follow us on LinkedIn and join the conversation!

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06/18/2026

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🎉 Exciting News for Mississippi! 🎉
The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi (CFNM) is proud to partner with Molina Healthcare in surprising Feed the Future Mississippi with a transformational grant to help expand access to nutritious food across our communities.
Supporting organizations like Feed the Future Mississippi is central to our mission of strengthening Northwest Mississippi and improving quality of life for all. This investment will help ensure more families have the resources they need to thrive. 💙
We are honored to collaborate with partners who share our commitment to addressing food insecurity and creating lasting impact.
🙏 Thank you to Molina Healthcare and Feed the Future Mississippi for the important work you do every day!

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!