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.
Grants
Opioid Settlement Impact and Recovery Grants
Application ClosedThis grant program aims to support programming for trauma supports for RI first responders; organizations that serve families of people who use drugs; and organizations that support people impacted by substance/opioid use by providing necessity-related 'care packages'
More InformationOrganizational Development Grants
Multiple DeadlinesThese grants support a variety of activities that strengthen and improve nonprofits' organizational efficiency and effectiveness, Please complete the Capacity Building Programs application to apply for this grant.
ApplyJoseph O’Neill Ott Fund Grants
May 13, 2024Grants support the preservation of original historical manuscripts and documents, and municipal records from the 19th century or earlier for smaller cities and towns in Rhode Island. Please complete the Small Grant Programs application to apply for this grant.
ApplyMary LeMoine Potter Fund Grants
Application ClosedGrants support organizations and projects primarily benefiting residents of the historic village of Kingston. Please complete the Small Grant Programs application to apply for this grant.
More InformationFund of the Providence Shelter for Colored Children Grants
March 31, 2024Grants from this fund are made to benefit organizations serving Black children who live in greater Providence.
ApplyRhode Island Supreme Court Historical Society Fund Grants
May 13, 2024Grants from this fund support nonprofits that provide programs, preserve artifacts & records of the court system, publish works about RI legal history, & offer public forums about RI legal & constitutional history. Complete the Small Grant Programs application to apply.
ApplyAaron Roitman Chamber Music Fund Grants
Application ClosedGrants from this program support the promotion and performance of quality professional chamber music in Rhode Island.
More InformationHerman H. Rose Civic, Cultural and Media Access Fund Grants
Application ClosedTwo types of grants are available: Library Challenge Grants provide added funding for library campaigns to meet local needs, Media Project Grants assure greater access to information through archiving, documenting, displaying, and/or disseminating information.
More InformationJuanita Sánchez Community Fund Grants
Application ClosedGrants support organizations enriching the lives of Latinos in Rhode Island.
More InformationMiss Swinburne Fund Grants
April 08, 2024This program provides annual awards to nonprofit organizations that support the self-sufficiency and independence of girls and women in Newport County. Please complete the Small Grant Programs application to apply for this grant.
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