Our mission is to invest in and bolster the health, well-being and leadership of women so they can
lead full lives, support their families, and transform their communities. When Women Thrive, Mississippi
Thrives
Thrive@Work is an annual luncheon hosted by the Women’s Foundation of Mississippi that brings together business leaders, community partners, and supporters to explore workplace policies and practices that support women and families.
This year’s event will feature a panel discussion on “AI: Use, Misuse, and Navigating the Workplace,” examining how emerging technologies are shaping hiring, productivity, workplace culture, and economic opportunity.
Thrive@Work celebrates the collaboration between leaders and employees who are building innovative workplaces where people can succeed, grow, and thrive—because when Mississippi’s workforce thrives, Mississippi thrives.
In 2025, the Women’s Foundation of Mississippi launched a new Maternal and Infant Health Initiative in the Mississippi Delta and hosted Rooted to Rise, the first statewide maternal health convening. Our grantee partners served more than 2,100 participants in 39 counties through programs in health, education and career training, and family support. We also prepared 75 women for leadership and launched a new giving circle for the next generation of philanthropists.
The Women’s Foundation of Mississippi’s five-year strategic plan charts a path toward a state where women and girls are healthy, safe, prosperous, and driving change. The plan centers on three priorities: investing in organizations that improve health, economic security, and leadership; convening partners across sectors and communities; and fostering women’s leadership at every level. Over the next five years, we aim to grant $10 million to community-based organizations, expand our reach into rural communities, and train 475 emerging leaders.
Read the full plan to see how we are building a Mississippi where every woman and girl can thrive.
The Women’s Foundation of Mississippi is accepting proposals to evaluate the Mississippi Maternal & Infant Health Project — a three-year, community-driven initiative improving maternal and infant health outcomes in East Biloxi, Jackson, and Sunflower County. Qualified consultants and firms are invited to submit proposals by May 22, 2026. Click below for more details.
