16 Resources
State commission advancing women's rights and gender equity. Mississippi consistently ranks at the bottom on women's economic indicators, which makes these programs heavily used. Call 601-359-3040 to confirm what to bring and whether the intake list is open for new cases. Mississippi mothers in Jackson, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, and the Delta all use this resource regularly. Open mon-fri 8am-5pm; services are free to qualifying Mississippi residents.
601-359-3040 · Jackson, MS 39201 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Programs empowering women through advocacy and community services. Jackson is the operating base; the location at 6120 Lakeover Rd is open to walk-in inquiries and scheduled appointments alike. Call 601-948-2551 to confirm what to bring and whether the intake list is open for new cases. Open mon-fri 8am-5pm; services are free to qualifying Mississippi residents.
601-948-2551 · 6120 Lakeover Rd, Jackson, MS 39213 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Economic empowerment programs for women across Mississippi. The Women's Foundation of Mississippi funds many of the state's grassroots women's economic-security projects. Call 601-326-5570 to confirm what to bring and whether the intake list is open for new cases. Pair it with a 211 referral if you need a second program in the same conversation. Open mon-fri 9am-5pm; services are free to qualifying Mississippi residents.
601-326-5570 · Jackson, MS · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Professional attire and career development for women. Mississippi consistently ranks at the bottom on women's economic indicators, which makes these programs heavily used. Call 228-432-8400 to confirm what to bring and whether the intake list is open for new cases. MDHS, Medicaid Mississippi, and TANF coordinators can usually answer follow-up eligibility questions. Open by appointment; services are free to qualifying Mississippi residents.
228-432-8400 · Gulfport, MS 39501 · By appointment · Visit Website
Business training and support for women entrepreneurs. Mississippi consistently ranks at the bottom on women's economic indicators, which makes these programs heavily used. Reach the office at 601-979-3723; early-morning calls land you faster than mid-afternoon ones. Mississippi mothers in Jackson, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, and the Delta all use this resource regularly. Open mon-fri 8am-5pm; services are free to qualifying Mississippi residents.
601-979-3723 · Jackson, MS · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Women's giving circle supporting community initiatives in Jackson. Jackson is the operating base; the location at 843 N President St is open to walk-in inquiries and scheduled appointments alike. 601-948-4725 is the best starting point—leave a clear message with your county and a callback number if you reach voicemail. Open mon-fri 8am-5pm; services are free to qualifying Mississippi residents.
601-948-4725 · 843 N President St, Jackson, MS 39202 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Women's organization promoting community improvement through voluntarism. Based at 805 Riverside Dr in Jackson, the office serves Hinds, Madison, and Rankin county women and families. Phone 601-948-2357 to be screened; staff will ask about household income, county of residence, and the specific issue you need help with. Open mon-fri 9am-5pm; services are free to qualifying Mississippi residents.
601-948-2357 · 805 Riverside Dr, Jackson, MS 39202 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Programs inspiring girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Jackson, Gulfport, and Hattiesburg host the largest concentration of in-person women's programming. Call 601-354-2898 to confirm what to bring and whether the intake list is open for new cases. Pair it with a 211 referral if you need a second program in the same conversation. Open mon-fri 8am-6pm; services are free to qualifying Mississippi residents.
601-354-2898 · Jackson, MS · Mon-Fri 8am-6pm · Visit Website
Empowering women through education, equity, advocacy, and research since 1881. Local branches in every state. A useful resource to read before contacting a Mississippi agency, so you arrive with a sharper question and clearer expectations. Visit www.aauw.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.
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Grassroots feminist organization advocating for women's rights with local chapters nationwide. The website is the main entry point and covers Mississippi alongside every other state—no Mississippi-specific signup is required to read the guidance or use the directory. Visit now.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.
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Nonpartisan organization encouraging informed civic participation. Local leagues in every state for women across the state. Although the organization is national, the resources translate cleanly to Mississippi cases and reference Mississippi-specific agencies where relevant. Visit www.lwv.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.
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Eliminating racism and empowering women. Local YWCAs offer housing, childcare, job training and DV services. Although the organization is national, the resources translate cleanly to Mississippi cases and reference Mississippi-specific agencies where relevant. Visit www.ywca.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.
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Coalition of women's foundations funding solutions to women's and girls' issues nationwide. Although the organization is national, the resources translate cleanly to Mississippi cases and reference Mississippi-specific agencies where relevant. Visit www.womensfundingnetwork.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.
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International women's organization promoting voluntarism and developing leaders. Local chapters across the US. Although the organization is national, the resources translate cleanly to Mississippi cases and reference Mississippi-specific agencies where relevant. Visit www.ajli.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.
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Global volunteer service organization for business and professional women, supporting local women's programs. The website is the main entry point and covers Mississippi alongside every other state—no Mississippi-specific signup is required to read the guidance or use the directory. Visit www.soroptimist.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.
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Service organization of professional women advancing the status of women through service and advocacy. The website is the main entry point and covers Mississippi alongside every other state—no Mississippi-specific signup is required to read the guidance or use the directory. Visit www.zonta.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.
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