Ware Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ware Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Madison, Mississippi. In tax year 2024 it gave $698,974 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$698,974
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$18.3 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was down from $710,409 the year before.
56% 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 | $710,409 | 28 | $17.5 million |
| 2024 | $698,974 | 32 | $18.3 million |
How to apply
Ware Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Ware Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 9 | $236,615 |
| Georgia | 13 | $211,799 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $115,560 |
| Florida | 3 | $52,000 |
| California | 2 | $48,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Madison Ridgeland Academy | 2024 donation | $50,000 |
| One Hope Refuge | 2024 donation | $50,000 |
| Sisu Integrated Learning | 2024 donation | $50,000 |
| St Dominic Hospital | 2024 donation | $50,000 |
| Womens Source | 2024 donation | $50,000 |
| YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly | 2024 donation | $50,000 |
| Soldier Fund | 2024 donation | $37,615 |
| Childline | 2024 donation | $25,000 |
| Mississippt Basketball | 2024 donation | $25,000 |
| Real Christian Foundation | 2024 donation | $25,000 |
| The Christian Film and Television | 2024 donation | $25,000 |
| The Leadership Institute | 2024 donation | $25,000 |
| Marley's Mutts | 2024 donation | $23,000 |
| Gainesville Touchdown Club | 2024 donation | $22,500 |
| Glenn Family Foundation | 2024 donation | $20,000 |
| Global South Arts | 2024 donation | $20,000 |
| Kidejapa | 2024 donation | $20,000 |
| Mission Mississippi | 2024 donation | $20,000 |
| Rusty Wright Communication | 2024 donation | $20,000 |
| One Child International | 2024 donation | $15,560 |
| Cru | 2024 donation | $12,000 |
| Shine Music and Film | 2024 donation | $10,000 |
| The Maker Station | 2024 donation | $10,000 |
| Wears Valley Ranch | 2024 donation | $10,000 |
| Sisu of Georgia | 2024 donation | $7,500 |
| Gainesville High School Dugout | 2024 donation | $5,000 |
| Mississippi Metro Ballet | 2024 donation | $5,000 |
| Holy Redemption Cogic | 2024 donation | $4,299 |
| Ummc | 2024 donation | $4,000 |
| East Hall High School | 2024 donation | $2,500 |
| East Hall Middle School | 2024 donation | $2,500 |
| Gainesville High School | 2024 donation | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Eason
- Morgan Ware Soumah
- John Edwards
- James Odom
Questions people ask
Does Ware Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ware Foundation Inc give?
$698,974 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Ware Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth Eason (President), Morgan Ware Soumah (Vice Preside), John Edwards (Secretary/Tr) and James Odom (Trustee).
What does Ware Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.