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Browse through the Foundation's latest media releases, opinion pieces, publications, and event news.

Media release

Nonprofits receive $87,000 to provide services for RI’s LGBTQ+ communities

January 23, 2026

Media release

Nonprofits receive $636,000 in grants to support animal welfare program

January 15, 2026

Commentary

Rhode Island Students Deserve a Funding System Built for Success

January 12, 2026

Publication

Equalizing Opportunity: Creating a Fair and Transparent Funding System for Rhode Island’s Public Schools

January 04, 2026

Media release

Catalyst Grant program launches with nearly $4 million in grants

December 09, 2025

Media release

$750,000 in grants will help every RI elementary school recycle cafeteria food waste

November 17, 2025

Media release

2025 Murray Family Prize honors George Ortiz for community leadership

November 12, 2025

Media release

Rhode Island Foundation distributes $1 million in emergency grants to keep Rhode Islanders fed until SNAP funding resumes

November 06, 2025

Media release

Rhode Island Foundation puts up $1 million to help RI’ers facing hunger due to SNAP suspension

October 28, 2025

Publication

2025 Magazine

October 14, 2025

Encouraging big ideas for sparking connections that build community in tumultuous times

October 07, 2025

Media release

Nonprofits receive nearly $2.5 million for opioid recovery and support services

September 25, 2025