2026 Competitive Grants
Offered by Community Foundation of Northwest · Hernando, MS
About this opportunity
The Community Foundation offers 4 competitive grant programs focusing on Early Childhood Education, the Future of Northwest Mississippi, Place-Based Education & Civic Engagement, and Technology in Education. Nonprofit organizations working in the Community Foundation's service region in northwest Mississippi are eligible to apply. The application cycle opens June 1 and closes June 30 annually.
How to apply
Applications are handled on the funder's own website. Review the full guidelines and apply here: cfnm.org/grants/competitive-grants. Confirm the deadline and eligibility directly with Community Foundation of Northwest before applying.
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- What is the deadline for 2026 Competitive Grants?
- The application deadline is June 30, 2026. Deadlines can change — always confirm directly with Community Foundation of Northwest before applying.
- How much funding is available?
- The award range is $100 – $20K.
- Where do I apply?
- Applications are submitted through Community Foundation of Northwest's own website or process — see the "How to apply" section above.