Grant Opportunities
Each program has different purposes, application requirements, and deadlines. Carefully review the guidelines provided for each funding opportunity.
To browse through frequently asked questions about our grantmaking please visit the Grant Program FAQs page.
Please note that we have transitioned to a new grant application system. All returning and first-time applicants will need to create a new account by clicking here.
Our former grant application system will sunset at the end of 2024. If you would like to retain a copy of your historic information from this system, you must do so by the end of 2024. Please click here for instructions.
Grants
Responsive Grants
Ongoing
Responsive Grants are awarded to respond to the expressed needs of the community.
ApplyStrategic Initiative Grants
Ongoing
Strategic Initiative Grants support organizations and programs that align with the Foundation’s strategic priorities - economic security, educational success, and healthy lives.
Apply1829 Legacy Fund Grants
Multiple DeadlinesFormerly known as the Providence Journal Charitable Legacy Fund, grants from this program support human services and healthcare, with a focus on the homeless; education and youth; arts and culture; and responsible and ethical journalism.
ApplyGrants from the Program for Animal Welfare
Application ClosedGrants from this program support humane animal education and treatment.
More InformationArts in Academics Grants
Application ClosedGrants support educational projects that integrate art disciplines into other core academic subjects.
More InformationBarrington District Nursing Association Fund Grants
Application ClosedGrants from the Barrington District Nursing Association Fund support programs that ensure the physical and mental health, and well-being, of Barrington residents. Please complete the Small Grant Programs application to apply for this grant.
More InformationBasic Human Needs Grants
OngoingGrants from this program are aimed at helping community-based agencies provide emergency assistance to Rhode Islanders in need.
ApplyBlack Philanthropy Bannister Fund Grants
Application ClosedOffering grants and scholarships to benefit the Black community in Rhode Island, this fund is the result of a collaboration between the Black Philanthropy Initiative and Bannister House.
More InformationGrants from the Program for the Blind
Multiple DeadlinesGrants from this program support services for the blind and visually impaired in Rhode Island.
ApplyBliss, Gross, Horowitz Fund Grants
Application ClosedGrants from this fund support charitable Jewish community organizations located in and serving, the greater Providence area. Please complete the Small Grant Programs application to apply for this grant.
More InformationBristol Female Charitable Society Fund Grants
Application ClosedThis program provides funding to East Bay nonprofit organizations, with a preference for those providing services in Bristol. Please complete the Small Grant Programs application to apply for this grant.
More InformationClean Competition Fund Grants
Application ClosedGrants from this program are for education, outreach, scientific projects, and clinical or basic research involving appropriate medical uses or long-term health implications of human growth hormone (“hGH”) use or use of other performance-enhancing substances.
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