The Pinebelt Community Foundation is dedicated to fostering a more equitable and prosperous community in Mississippi's pine belt through leadership and partnership with community stakeholders. The Foundation's mission centers on supporting effective charities to solve contemporary issues, investing in charitable work for future impact, fostering connections between donors and the community, and leading initiatives to tackle the area's most critical problems with grants and programming.
The Ann Morris Memorial Fund, managed by the Pinebelt Community Foundation, awards grants specifically aimed at enriching the life quality of elderly individuals who are diagnosed as intellectually disabled. These grants support various programs, services, and activities designed to improve their living conditions and overall well-being. The goal of the grant is to address the unique needs of this vulnerable population segment by providing targeted support and resources.