Welcome to the Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation. Founded in 2021, we provide grants to organizations dedicated to improving lives and communities in Morris County, NJ and beyond.

About US

Who we are

We are a grantmaking foundation supporting nonprofit organizations that have a meaningful impact on the well-being and economic development of the greater Morris County community. We focus in areas of health, addiction, and homelessness; animal welfare; equal education opportunities; access to the arts; and environmental and historical preservation.

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Who we are
OUR WORK

What we do

We are a foundation supporting the greater Morris County, NJ community through grantmaking and beyond. An annual grant cycle provides opportunities for funding areas of interest that align with our mission. There are also opportunities beyond grantmaking to connect, learn, and collaborate with the Foundation, other nonprofit organizations, resources, and members of the community.

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25
INAUGURAL GRANTEES
$550k
TOTAL CHARITABLE SUPPORT IN 2022
6
FOCUS AREAS

Featured 2022 Grantees

The Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation is proud to support 25 nonprofit organizations doing critical work to improve the lives of our neighbors throughout Morris County.

HEALTH

Interfaith Food Pantry Network

Interfaith Food Pantry Network employs innovative approaches to hunger and food insecurity that improve the overall health and well-being of individuals and families in Morris County.

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HOUSING

Morris Habitat
for Humanity

Through volunteer labor, both skilled and unskilled, and donations of money and materials, MHfH builds and rehabilitates houses in partnership with families in need. Habitat houses are affordable because there is no profit included in the sale price and no interest is charged on the mortgage.Learn More

COMMUNITY

Cornerstone Family Programs

This long-standing organization encompasses many programs that provide resources to people from age 2 to 102 in the Greater Morris County community. They believe that everyone deserves a chance for a happy, healthy, and productive life.

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EDUCATION

County College of Morris Foundation

As an institutionally related foundation, the County College of Morris Foundation raises funds to support the college in its mission.

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EDUCATION

Mendham Borough Library

MWS Foundation is proud to feature our grantee partner, Mendham Borough Library, whose mission is to provide a welcoming and inclusive space where people can access information, engage in learning, and connect with others.

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COMMUNITY

JBWS

JBWS provides support, advocacy, and education for victims of domestic violence. Founded in 1976, JBWS has been dedicated to helping survivors of domestic abuse rebuild their lives and find safety and empowerment.

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COMMUNITY

Good Grief

Good Grief is a nonprofit organization that provides support to children, teens and young adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Based in Morristown and Princeton, NJ, their mission is to create a community that understands and supports grieving children and their families, centering their work around empathy, respect, inclusivity, and hope.

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HEALTH

Homeless Solutions

Homeless Solutions is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families in New Jersey overcome homelessness and achieve self-sufficiency. The organization's mission is to offer shelter, services, and supportive housing to people experiencing homelessness, empowering them to rebuild their lives with dignity, hope, and independence.

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HEALTH

nourish.NJ

nourish.NJ is an organization driven by a powerful mission to combat food insecurity and provide comprehensive support to individuals and families in New Jersey. With a holistic approach, they offer a wide range of program outreach services that address various aspects of people's lives.

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HEALTH

Market Street Mission

The Market Street Mission is dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals facing homelessness, addiction, and other challenges.

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HEALTH

Alzheimer's New Jersey

Alzheimer's New Jersey is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

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