Barnett Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Barnett Foundation is a private foundation in Greenwood, Mississippi. In tax year 2025 it gave $85,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$85,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$956,638
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $85,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $85,000 | 4 | $878,081 |
| 2024 | $85,000 | 4 | $886,034 |
| 2025 | $85,000 | 4 | $956,638 |
How to apply
Barnett Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Barnett Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 4 | $85,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indianola Education Fdn | Educational | $50,000 |
| MDCC Foundation | Educational | $20,000 |
| University of Mississippi | Educational | $10,000 |
| Mississippi State University | Educational | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard G Noble
- John M Ford Jr
- W W Gresham Jr
Questions people ask
Does Barnett Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Barnett Foundation give?
$85,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Barnett Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard G Noble (Trustee), John M Ford Jr (Trustee) and W W Gresham Jr (Trustee).
What does Barnett Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.