Graeber Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Graeber Foundation is a private foundation in Marks, Mississippi. In tax year 2025 it gave $403,788 in 49 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $63,638. 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$403,788
- Number of grants49
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$63,638
- Assets$9.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $358,517 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 | $355,095 | 49 | $8.4 million |
| 2024 | $358,517 | 49 | $9.2 million |
| 2025 | $403,788 | 49 | $9.9 million |
How to apply
Graeber 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 Graeber Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 27 | $312,538 |
| Tennessee | 4 | $56,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $5,000 |
| New York | 2 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,500 |
| Illinois | 3 | $3,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $1,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Quitman County Education Fdn | Support of charitable operations | $63,638 |
| Marks Presbyterian Church | Support of charitable operations | $41,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Support of charitable operations | $41,000 |
| University of Mississippi | Support of charitable operations | $40,500 |
| Northwest Ms Community College | Support of charitable operations | $27,000 |
| Salvation Army | Support of charitable operations | $25,000 |
| Delta State University Foundation | Support of charitable operations | $20,000 |
| French Camp Academy | Support of charitable operations | $19,000 |
| Baptist Memorial Healthcare Fdn | Support of charitable operations | $17,500 |
| Belhaven University | Support of charitable operations | $12,500 |
| McCallie School | Support of charitable operations | $12,000 |
| St Mary's School | Support of charitable operations | $10,000 |
| Clarksdale United Methodist Church | Support of charitable operations | $9,500 |
| First Marks Cemetary Assoc | Support of charitable operations | $7,000 |
| Reformed University Ministry | Support of charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Teach for America | Support of charitable operations | $4,000 |
| Canopy Childrens Solutions | Support of charitable operations | $3,500 |
| Palmer Home for Children | Support of charitable operations | $3,500 |
| Pca Ministerial Relief FD | Support of charitable operations | $3,500 |
| Smile | Support of charitable operations | $3,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Support of charitable operations | $3,500 |
| Baddour Center | Support of charitable operations | $2,500 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Support of charitable operations | $2,500 |
| Lifeline Children's Services | Support of charitable operations | $2,500 |
| Lula Rich Educational Fdn | Support of charitable operations | $2,000 |
| Multiple Sclerosis of Ms | Support of charitable operations | $2,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Support of charitable operations | $1,500 |
| American Parkinson Diseas | Support of charitable operations | $1,500 |
| Fairland Corporation | Support of charitable operations | $1,500 |
| Hope Ministries Inc | Support of charitable operations | $1,500 |
| Lauderdale Cemetary Association | Support of charitable operations | $1,500 |
| Mission to the World | Support of charitble operations | $1,500 |
| Care Station | Support of charitable operations | $1,000 |
| Cares Clarksdale Animal Shelter | Support of charitable operations | $1,000 |
| Clarksdale Collegiate Charter Schoo | Support of charitable operations | $1,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Ctr | Support of charitable operations | $1,000 |
| Rotary Internations Fdn | Support of charitable operations | $1,000 |
| Marks Volunteer Fire Dept | Support of charitable operations | $750 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Support of charitable operations | $750 |
| Belen Cemetery Association | Support of charitable operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Graeber
- William M Graeber
- James P Graeber Jr
Questions people ask
Does Graeber Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Graeber Foundation give?
$403,788 in tax year 2025, across 49 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Graeber Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John C Graeber (Trustee), William M Graeber (Trustee) and James P Graeber Jr (Trustee).
What does Graeber Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.