News and Publications
Browse through the Foundation's latest media releases, opinion pieces, publications, and event news.
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More than $270,000 available for services to Newport County residents
March 10, 2026
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Rhode Island Foundation awards a record-breaking $93 million in grants last year
February 27, 2026
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Nonprofits receive nearly $7 million in grants in alignment with the priorities of the Foundation’s Five-Year Action Plan
January 28, 2026
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Nonprofits receive $87,000 to provide services for RI’s LGBTQ+ communities
January 23, 2026
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Nonprofits receive $636,000 in grants to support animal welfare program
January 15, 2026
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Catalyst Grant program launches with nearly $4 million in grants
December 09, 2025
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$750,000 in grants will help every RI elementary school recycle cafeteria food waste
November 17, 2025
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2025 Murray Family Prize honors George Ortiz for community leadership
November 12, 2025
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Rhode Island Foundation distributes $1 million in emergency grants to keep Rhode Islanders fed until SNAP funding resumes
November 06, 2025
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Civic Leadership Fund
September 17, 2025
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Rhode Island Foundation offering $10,000 grants for ideas that nurture community connections
September 15, 2025
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