The university of mississippi foundation is a nonprofit corporation chartered in 1973 by the state of mississippi to operate primarily for the benefit of the university of mississippi. The foundation is responsible for receiving, receipting, investing and distributing ALL gifts for the benefit of the university of mississippi. It pursues this mission in an environment of productive teamwork, effective communication, and relentless service to our donors, university administrators, faculty, staff and students. Communication of university needs and priorities along with encouraging investment in the future of OLE miss are integral to our success. Integrity, honor, civility, service and respect for our donors and their wishes serve as the foundation's guiding principles.
In care of Maggie Abernathy
Donations are tax-deductible
Category
Other
Employees
20
Volunteers
37
Financial Snapshot
FY ending 2025-06-30
Revenue
$115.8M
Expenses
$52.2M
Assets
$935.7M
Liabilities
$37.0M
Financial history
$115.8M$57.9M$0
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RevenueExpenses
Latest FY2025: $115.8M · Avg: $84.9M
501(h) election
This 501(c)(3) has NOT elected 501(h) — lobbying is permitted but limited under the vaguer "no substantial part of activities" test.