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.
*If you are applying for an Opioid Settlement Impact and Recovery Grant, applications continue to be accepted through our former grants portal. If you have an existing application in progress, you will NOT be required to create a new account. If you are a new applicant for this grant program, please follow the prompts within the grant opportunity to create your account.
Grants
Opioid Settlement Impact and Recovery Grants
Application Closed
This 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 InformationResponsive 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.
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
Application ClosedGrants from this program support services for the blind and visually impaired in Rhode Island.
More InformationBliss, Gross, Horowitz Fund Grants
Application ClosedGrants from this fund support charitable Jewish community organizations located in and serving, the greater Providence area.
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