Southern Historical Preservation Society
Accepts applications
Southern Historical Preservation Society is a private foundation in Jackson, Mississippi. In tax year 2024 it gave $15,428 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $3,600 and the largest $4,598. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$15,428
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$3,600
- Largest grant$4,598
- Assets$212,206
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $13,504 the year before.
80% of its 2024 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 | $13,504 | 3 | $154,484 |
| 2024 | $15,428 | 5 | $212,206 |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert S Murphree PO Box 370, Jackson, MS 39205 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (601) 954-4809 |
| What to submit | Letter application, pictures, expense estimate |
| Restrictions | Maintenance of cemeteries & monuments in Mississippi |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 4 | $10,830 |
| Alabama | 1 | $4,598 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Cemetery | Marker | $4,598 |
| Canton Cemetery | Restoration | $3,600 |
| Wintergreen Cemetery | Restoration | $3,600 |
| Captain Richard Wilbourn Marker | Marker | $2,560 |
| Greenwood Cemetery | Granite steps | $1,070 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Murphree
- Zee Nobles
- Caroling Murphree Roberson
Questions people ask
Does Southern Historical Preservation Society accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Southern Historical Preservation Society give?
$15,428 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $3,600.
Who runs Southern Historical Preservation Society?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Murphree (President), Zee Nobles (Vice President) and Caroling Murphree Roberson (Director).