Fund for Excellence in the Arts
The Fund for Excellence in the Arts supports the recognition and celebration of artistic achievement in Mississippi, including the Governor’s Arts Awards and creative work by artists with ties to the state.
WATCH: Born in Mileston, Mississippi, Jesse Robinson is a legendary guitarist, vocalist and longtime champion of Mississippi blues. Robinson received the 2026 Governor’s Arts Award for Lifetime Achievement on February 12, 2026.
Mississippi has a rich artistic legacy shaped by generations of writers, musicians, visual artists, performers and other creative voices. The Fund for Excellence in the Arts helps celebrate that legacy while supporting the people and work that continue to strengthen the state’s cultural landscape.
The fund may support the Governor’s Arts Awards, which recognize individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the arts in Mississippi, as well as other efforts that honor artistic excellence across the state.
It may also support creative works by artists associated with Mississippi, helping provide opportunities for new work to be created, shared and recognized.
Through the Fund for Excellence in the Arts, donors can help celebrate Mississippi’s artistic achievements and support the continued growth of its creative community.
