Make A Difference Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Make A Difference Foundation is a private foundation in Ridgeland, Mississippi. In tax year 2025 it gave $159,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$159,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$585,575
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2025 was up from $108,750 the year before.
88% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $169,000 | 13 | $826,935 |
| 2024 | $108,750 | 16 | $913,473 |
| 2025 | $159,000 | 8 | $585,575 |
How to apply
Make A Difference 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 Make A Difference Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $100,000 |
| Mississippi | 6 | $34,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kappa Alpha Order Educational Found | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Latino Action Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| The Wilson Research Foundation | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Friends of Childrens Hospital | Charitable | $10,000 |
| St Dominic Health Services Foundat | Charitable | $5,000 |
| First Presbyterian Day School | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Young Life Urban Ms 18 | Charitable | $2,500 |
| French Camp Academy | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Wirt A Yerger III
- Linda B Yerger
Questions people ask
Does Make A Difference Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Make A Difference Foundation give?
$159,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Make A Difference Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wirt A Yerger III (President) and Linda B Yerger (Vice-Pres).
What does Make A Difference Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.