Rhode Island grants for County governments

This funding opportunity supports community-driven projects in Rhode Island that promote social cohesion, enhance public spaces, and foster collaboration among residents and local organizations.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government units in Rhode Island to support projects that improve the lives of LGBTQ individuals and enhance community advocacy and capacity-building efforts.

This funding opportunity supports Rhode Island-based nonprofits in collaborative projects that promote diversity, equity, and sustainable change in response to community priorities.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations focused on preserving and promoting the legal history of Rhode Island through educational and public engagement initiatives.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island that focus on addressing community priorities and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and access.

This fund provides financial support to Rhode Island-based organizations for projects that address basic needs like food, shelter, and healthcare, as well as arts, education, and human services.

This grant provides funding to K-12 public school teachers, artists, and nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island to create innovative projects that integrate the arts into core academic subjects, enhancing student learning through collaboration and hands-on experiences.

The Johnston Foundation supports charitable organizations in Rhode Island that work to improve the lives of physically disabled low-income children and adults. Donor Name: John D. & Katherine A. Johnston Foundation State: Rhode Island City: Newport Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Preference is given to charitable organizations that serve children in Newport, Rhode Island. Program Types  Health Human Services Grant Period The majority of grants from the Johnston Foundation are 1 year in duration. For more information, visit Bank of America.

The Rhode Island Foundation is seeking applications for the Program for Animal Welfare. Donor Name: Rhode Island Foundation State: Rhode Island County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/07/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Thirteen special funds at the Foundation relate to the humane treatment and protection of animals. These funds collectively enable the Foundation to take a leading role on animal welfare issues. Previously funded programs include statewide humane education efforts and low-cost spay and neuter initiatives. Eligibility Criteria The Program for Animal Welfare funds organizations in Rhode Island working to promote and/or provide humane treatment of animals. The program also supports organizations working more generally on the welfare of animals. Grants are for projects or programs that have a positive impact statewide or in individual communities regarding the care, shelter, and maintenance of animals, education about the humane treatment of animals, and/or animal welfare in general. The Foundation will consider capital projects. Individuals are not eligible to receive grants. For more information, visit RIF.

The Rhode Island Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) Partnerships for Success (PFS) program is specifically tailored to address gaps in alcohol and marijuana use prevention among youth and young adults aged 12-18 in certain communities. These communities include Newport, Tiverton, Burrillville, and Exeter-West Greenwich, identified as high-need areas for prevention efforts. The program, administered by the Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals (BHDDH), collaborates with local community prevention providers to implement evidence-based programming aimed at reducing underage and problematic use of alcohol and marijuana among middle and high school students. Eligible applicants for funding include: Local government entities Academic institutions Non-profit organizations Other relevant agencies Schools/school districts Applicants are required to implement one or more preapproved evidence-based practices from a provided list. The aim is to ensure that interventions are grounded in proven strategies for effectiveness. Key details of the funding opportunity: Funds Available: $200,000.00 Award Amount: $50,000.00 (minimum and maximum) Number of Awards: 4 Average Award Size: $50,000.00 Matching Required: No Through this targeted initiative, the Rhode Island SPF PFS program seeks to empower local stakeholders and organizations to address substance abuse prevention needs in their communities effectively. By providing funding, training, and technical assistance, BHDDH aims to support the implementation of evidence-based prevention strategies tailored to the unique challenges and needs of each identified community.

The Rhode Island Supreme Court Historical Society Fund is designed to perpetuate the history of the Supreme Court and the Rhode Island judicial system. Donor Name: Rhode Island Foundation State: Rhode Island County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/13/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The fund was created from the remaining funds of the Rhode Island Supreme Court Historical Society. Grants from this fund may support nonprofit organizations that wish to provide programs that preserve the history of the Rhode Island Supreme Court and the Rhode Island judicial system, preserve artifacts and records of the courts system, publish works of history about Rhode Island legal history, and offer public forums about Rhode Island legal and constitutional history. Organizations should provide matching resources in funds or through in-kind services. Funds may not be used for the purchase of equipment. For more information, visit RIF.