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
Responsive Grants
Responsive Grants are awarded to respond to the expressed needs of the community.
ApplyStrategic Initiative Grants
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
June 08, 2023Grants from this program support humane animal education and treatment.
ApplyArts 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.
More InformationBasic Human Needs Grants
OngoingGrants from this program are aimed at helping community-based agencies provide emergency assistance to Rhode Islanders in need.
ApplyBehavioral Health Fund Grants
Application ClosedGrants support primary and secondary prevention models and high-quality, affordable behavioral health care services.
More InformationBlack 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
August 11, 2023Grants from this program support services for the blind and visually impaired in Rhode Island.
ApplyBliss, Gross, Horowitz Fund Grants
July 21, 2023Grants from this fund support charitable Jewish community organizations located in and serving, the greater Providence area.
ApplyBristol Female Charitable Society Fund Grants
Application ClosedThis program provides funding to East Bay nonprofit organizations, with a preference for those providing services in Bristol.
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