For two days in October, something powerful happened. Something that Mississippi doesn’t see often enough. Nonprofit leaders and funders in the same room, at the same tables,
Every October, purple ribbons go up for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. And every October, the conversation tends to stay in one lane: shelters, hotlines, and
Most health advice starts at the dinner table. Eat more fruits and vegetables. Cut back on processed food. Cook at home. It’s sound guidance, but
Every fall, the conversation about college readiness gets loud. Seniors are writing essays, counselors are chasing FAFSA deadlines, and families are trying to figure out
Felicia Marshall could describe, in detail, what it felt like to sit through years of court proceedings after her daughter was murdered in 2017. Not
Every August, National Wellness Month asks people to drink more water, sleep better, and build in a few minutes to breathe. It’s good practice, but
Every summer, the Foundation for the Mid South welcomes interns who show up, contribute to our team, and shape the work we do every day.
This summer, the Foundation for the Mid South is making a bold investment in the stories that define who we are. Through the Delta Story
Rethinking Philanthropy When most people hear the word philanthropy, they think of major donors, large foundations, and million-dollar gifts. Cassio Batteast sees something different. “I
