The Paul and Sherry Broadhead Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Paul and Sherry Broadhead Foundation is a private foundation in Meridian, Mississippi. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 32 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$33.0 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
13% 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 | $1.3 million | 33 | $28.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 31 | $29.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 32 | $33.0 million |
How to apply
The Paul and Sherry Broadhead 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 The Paul and Sherry Broadhead Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 26 | $1.2 million |
| Tennessee | 1 | $65,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $35,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Meridian Community College Foundation | General operations of the organization | $150,000 |
| Free Clinic of Meridian Inc | General operations of the organization | $100,000 |
| Mississippi's Toughest Kids Foundation | General operations of the organization | $100,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General operations of the organization | $85,000 |
| Wesley House Community Center Inc | General operations of the organization | $85,000 |
| The University of Mississippi Foundation | General operations of the organization | $75,000 |
| Ummc Fund | General operations of the organization | $75,000 |
| Ummc-The Campaign for Cancer Center and Research Institute | General operations of the organization | $75,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General operations of the organization | $65,000 |
| Hope Village for Children Inc | General operations of the organization | $57,500 |
| Mississippi Children's Museum | General operations of the organization | $50,000 |
| Mississippi State University Foundation | General operations of the organization | $50,000 |
| The University of Southern Mississippi Foundation | General operations of the organization | $50,000 |
| Umcor | General operations of the organization | $50,000 |
| Shriner's Hospital for Children | General operations of the organization | $35,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General operations of the organization | $30,000 |
| American Heart Association Inc | General operations of the organization | $30,000 |
| Love Inc | General operations of the organization | $25,000 |
| Meridian Council for the Arts Inc | General operations of the organization | $25,000 |
| Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Center | General operations of the organization | $25,000 |
| State Games of Mississippi Inc | General operations of the organization | $25,000 |
| The Jimmie Rodgers Foundation | General operations of the organization | $25,000 |
| UNICEF USA | General operations of the organization | $20,000 |
| Meridian Little Theater | General operations of the organization | $15,000 |
| Meridian Symphony Association Inc | General operations of the organization | $15,000 |
| United Way of East Mississippi | General operations of the organization | $15,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of East Mississippi | General operations of the organization | $10,000 |
| Feed the Children | General operations of the organization | $10,000 |
| Meridian Museum of Art | General operations of the organization | $10,000 |
| Special Olympics of Mississippi Inc | General operations of the organization | $10,000 |
| Meridian Rails Historical Society | General operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| National Fire Safety Council Inc | General operations of the organization | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Sherry Howell
- Robert D Gholson
- Suzanne Broadhead Garver
Questions people ask
Does The Paul and Sherry Broadhead Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Paul and Sherry Broadhead Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Paul and Sherry Broadhead Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sherry Howell (Vp/Secretary/Treasurer), Robert D Gholson (Director) and Suzanne Broadhead Garver (President).
What does The Paul and Sherry Broadhead Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.