Gulfport area nonprofits

The mission of Southern Mississippi Planning and Development District is to change lives and improve communities.

Mississippi Aquarium showcases the state's aquatic resources and promotes conservation while providing an immersive experience for visitors.

Region 13 Mental Health Commission provides Mental Health services for the four counties in Mississippi of Harrison County, Hancock County Stone County and Pearl River county. Outpatient services for the diagnosis and treatment of Mental illness, alcohol and chemical dependency and related problems of citizens of Hancock, Harrison, stone & Pearl River counties. Crisis stabilization unit a pre-commitment facility for the male and female adults of Harrison, Hancock, stone, and Pearl River counties. Work activity center for the developmentally disabled adults.

Back Bay Mission: Christian ministry advocating for disadvantaged people, including emergency needs assistance, affordable housing, and homeless assistance programs.

Singing River Gulfport is a community-focused healthcare provider offering full-service, acute care and outpatient services in Gautier, MS.

YMCA promoting Christian values through childcare, youth programs and health/wellness initiatives to build healthier spirit, mind, and body. Located in Ocean Springs, MS.

It is the mission of Jackson County Civic Action Committee to serve culturally diverse communities in Jackson County by providing quality services that focus on human development and self-sufficiency.

Renaissance Fund gives financial and technical support for developing communities that provide safe housing and economic opportunities on Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Goodwill South MS offers job training and opportunities to individuals with disabilities or other employment barriers.

Coastal Family Health Center provides quality health care and social services, offering high-quality medical and dental care to the uninsured and underinsured.

Jacob's Well Ministries, Inc. takes in residents for six months who are caught up in a lifestyle of addiction and substance abuse.

Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is a biology or life sciences research center in Gulfport, MS whose mission is: Marine animal education, research and conservation center located in Gulfport, MS.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce connects, informs, advocates, and develops leaders through membership and programs. Located in Gulfport, MS.

Humane Society of South Mississippi saves and enhances pets' lives through innovative approaches to spay/neuter, adoption, sheltering, and community engagement.

Home of Grace Corporation offers faith-based drug and alcohol rehab programs for men and women, with a three-month duration.

Singing River Electric: Safe, reliable, and affordable power provider serving southeast MS and southwest AL.

Infinity Science Center educates about Mississippi's role in space, air, and ocean exploration via a state-of-the-art center in Pearlington.

Boys & Girls Clubs fill the gap between school and home. We provide welcoming, positive environments in which kids and teens have fun, participate in life-changing programs, and build supportive relationships with peers and caring adults.

The Gulf Coast Community Foundation is a public charity dedicated to the progressive development of worthy causes, providing donor services, and promoting and providing leadership in response to changing Community needs.

Mississippi Goodworks provides jobs to people with disabilities through federal government contracts, covering tasks like shelf stocking and custodial work.