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.
Grants
Catalyst Grants
The Catalyst Grant program provides larger and multi-year grants to support innovative initiatives focused on catalyzing change and creating lasting progress that responds to one or more of the Foundation's community priorities and related focus areas.
More information about Catalyst Grants More InformationNeighborhood Grants
Application ClosedNeighborhood Grants support projects that bring Rhode Islanders together.
More information about Neighborhood Grants More Information1829 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.
Apply for 1829 Legacy Fund Grants ApplyGrants from the Program for Animal Welfare
Application ClosedGrants from this program support humane animal education and treatment.
More information about Grants from the Program for Animal Welfare More InformationArts in Academics Grants
October 27, 2025Grants support educational projects that integrate art disciplines into other core academic subjects.
Apply for Arts in Academics Grants ApplyBarrington 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 information about Barrington District Nursing Association Fund Grants More InformationBasic Human Needs Grants
Multiple DeadlinesGrants from this program are aimed at helping community-based agencies provide emergency assistance to Rhode Islanders in need.
Apply for Basic Human Needs Grants ApplyBlack Philanthropy Bannister Fund Grants
November 24, 2025Offering 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.
Apply for Black Philanthropy Bannister Fund Grants 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 information about Bliss, Gross, Horowitz Fund Grants 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 information about Bristol Female Charitable Society Fund Grants More InformationCapacity Building Grants
Application ClosedThe Capacity Building Grant program provides funding and/or technical assistance to support the needs of organizations and programs that respond to one or more of the Foundation's community priorities, and related focus areas.
More information about Capacity Building Grants More InformationCommunity Partner Resilience Grants
Application ClosedThe Community Partner Resilience Grant program provides funding for nonprofits directly impacted by federal funding cuts or changes in federal policy. Funding from this program may be used for scenario planning, financial planning, crisis communications, development consulting, and other supportive professional services.
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