Rhode Island Income Security and Social Services Grants

This funding initiative provides emergency financial support to Rhode Island-based nonprofits that are delivering essential services to vulnerable community members facing increased demand or funding challenges.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Providence, Rhode Island, that provide essential services to low-income individuals, with a focus on food security, housing, and healthcare, while being managed by a majority Protestant board.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small community organizations and Tribal entities in New England to tackle environmental and public health issues in disadvantaged communities.

Applications are now being accepted for the Black Philanthropy Bannister Fund Grants. Donor Name: Rhode Island Foundation State: Rhode Island County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/13/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Black Philanthropy Initiative was established as a field of interest fund at the Rhode Island Foundation. Recognizing the need to promote economic stability, job training, and financial literacy among not only historically underserved African American populations in Rhode Island, but also more recent African immigrants and refugees, in 2007 the fund was established to advance equity and social justice for the Black and African American communities. Bannister House was a nursing home for retired African American domestic workers located in Providence. When Bannister House was sold, the former board contributed the proceeds to the Black Philanthropy Initiative, and in 2016 the fund was renamed the Black Philanthropy Bannister Fund. The fund will continue to honor the original focus of Bannister House and the Black Philanthropy Initiative by supporting the most pressing needs of Rhode Island’s Black community. Core Areas  The fund gives priority to equity, education, social justice, and economic empowerment of the Black community in three core areas: Grants to community-based organizations that strive to uplift low-income Black Rhode Islanders. The programs should target financial stability, economic empowerment, and structural inequities. Programs can also support and promote the history and achievements of Blacks in Rhode Island and preserve the culture of the Black community. Priority will be given to organizations that primarily serve the Black community and are Black led. Grants to Black, community-based organizations that provide youth development and mentoring opportunities to Black youth. The programs should target educational success, avoidance of risk behaviors, and empowerment to make positive decisions and achieve higher aspirations. Youth should be supported in growth and engagement in productive interpersonal relationships to positively impact the Black community. Priority will be given to organizations that primarily serve the Black community and are Black led. Scholarship assistance for Black students who are pursuing or advancing a career in healthcare. Funding Information Requests for up to $15,000 will be considered. For more information, visit RIF.

The Johnston Foundation, also known as the John D. & Katherine A. Johnston Foundation, is dedicated to supporting charitable organizations within Rhode Island. Its primary mission is to enhance the lives of low-income children and adults who are physically disabled. The foundation’s grant program is aligned with this mission by providing financial assistance to organizations that directly address the needs of this specific population, ensuring that their work contributes to a tangible improvement in the quality of life for these individuals. The target beneficiaries of the Johnston Foundation's grants are physically disabled low-income children and adults residing in Rhode Island. A significant focus is placed on serving children, particularly those in Newport, Rhode Island, where preference is given to charitable organizations operating in that area. The impact goals are to support health and human services programs that cater to the needs of these vulnerable populations, aiming for positive and lasting changes in their well-being and access to essential services. The foundation's priorities and focus areas include health and human services. While specific expected outcomes and measurable results are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the general intent is to fund initiatives that demonstrably improve the health, welfare, and overall life circumstances of physically disabled low-income individuals. Organizations receiving grants are expected to contribute to a supportive environment for these beneficiaries, potentially through direct care, advocacy, or resource provision. The Johnston Foundation's strategic priorities are implicitly centered on localized, impactful giving, as evidenced by its focus on Rhode Island and the specific preference for Newport-based children's services. The theory of change appears to be that by funding charitable organizations that directly serve physically disabled low-income individuals, particularly children, the foundation can contribute to a more equitable and supportive community for this population. Grants are typically for a duration of one year, suggesting a focus on annual project cycles and consistent, but perhaps not long-term, funding commitments for individual initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide stable housing and empower low- and moderate-income communities, focusing on vulnerable populations such as working families, youth, seniors, and veterans.

The Grants for the Arts program, offered by the City and County of San Francisco, specifically targets Parades and Festivals as art and cultural experiences. These events must take place in San Francisco public spaces, offer free admission, and be open to the public, aligning with the foundation's mission to support accessible cultural experiences within the city. This program serves as a critical mechanism to foster community engagement and celebrate diverse cultural expressions, directly contributing to San Francisco's vibrant arts landscape. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are nonprofit 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6) organizations based in San Francisco, or those using a San Francisco-based fiscal sponsor. The impact goals revolve around supporting cultural heritage, strengthening community bonds, and celebrating shared cultural interests through public events. The program prioritizes both first-time GFTA grantees and previous grantees who may not have received awards in past cycles, indicating a commitment to nurturing emerging organizations and providing ongoing support to the arts sector. Focus areas for the grants include celebrations of cultural heritage, community, neighborhoods, or shared cultural interests. The funding tiers are designed to accommodate a range of organizational sizes and project scopes, from $10,000 for first-time or previously unsuccessful applicants to $300,000 for large-scale projects up to $15 million. This tiered approach demonstrates a strategic priority to support a broad spectrum of arts and cultural organizations, ensuring that financial assistance is appropriately scaled to the needs of the grantees. The expected outcomes include the successful execution of public parades and festivals that enrich San Francisco's cultural offerings and foster community participation. Measurable results could include the number of attendees at these free public events, the diversity of cultural heritage celebrated, and the demonstrable engagement of specific communities or neighborhoods. The grant duration of two years, from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026, allows for sustained planning and execution of these initiatives, reflecting a theory of change that long-term investment in cultural programming leads to more robust and impactful community benefits.

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is soliciting proposals for the Northeast Forests and Rivers Fund (NEFRF)(formerly known as the New England Forests and Rivers Fund) to restore and sustain healthy rivers, forests and grasslands that provide habitat for diverse fish and wildlife populations. Donor Name: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/11/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: The program will advance this goal by investing in projects that: Restore the quality and connectivity of stream and riparian habitats with a focus on improving habitat for river herring, Atlantic salmon, brook trout and wood turtles; Improve management of forest blocks to enhance age and structural diversity, resulting in improved forest conditions for native wildlife, with a focus on improving habitat for golden-winged warbler and New England cottontail; and, Promote hayfield management that allows for successful grassland bird breeding, with a specific focus on habitat for bobolink. Approximately $2 million is available this year. Funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service and Natural Resources Conservation Service, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Zoetis Foundation and Sylvamo. Program Priorities  Proposals should strive to contribute to goals detailed in NFWF’s Northeast Watersheds Business Plan (March 2023), and specifically the strategies for Stream and Riparian Habitat, and Upland Forests and Grasslands. (Applicants interested in supporting the priorities for Coastal Habitats in the business plan are encouraged to apply to NFWF’s Long Island Sound Futures Fund and National Coastal Resilience Fund.) Priority implementation strategies for NEFRF funding in 2024 are detailed below. Approximately $625,000 in program funding will be set aside for projects that direct staff resources to help agricultural producers design and implement conservation practices benefitting select Working Lands for Wildlife target species, especially northeast turtles and golden-winged warblers. Projects should Increase Farm Bill program participation and conservation practice implementation among agricultural producers, especially farmers and ranchers in the Historically Underserved and Special Emphasis categories. In addition, projects that incorporate outreach to communities, foster community engagement, and pursue collaborative management leading to measurable conservation benefits are encouraged. When possible, projects should be developed through community input and co-design processes and should consider traditional knowledge where relevant. Additionally, projects should engage community-level partners (e.g., municipalities, NGOs, community organizations, community leaders) to help design, implement, and maintain projects to secure maximum benefits for communities, maintenance, and sustainability post-grant award. Grant Period Projects should plan to start no later than six months after the award date and be completed within three years. Geographical Areas  Projects are eligible from throughout the program boundary, which includes all of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont, as well as parts of New York. However, within the Long Island Sound and Connecticut River watershed, NEFRF will only consider projects to sustain and restore healthy forests, grasslands and fish passage projects. All other projects should apply to the Long Island Sound Futures Fund (LISFF). Eligibility Criteria  Eligible and Ineligible Entities: Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, state government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, Tribal governments and organizations, and educational institutions. Ineligible applicants include U.S. Federal government agencies, businesses, unincorporated individuals and international organizations. For more information, visit NFWF.

This fellowship provides resources and training for local newsrooms in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts to enhance their climate and environmental reporting, particularly benefiting those serving marginalized communities.

This grant program supports 501(c)(3) organizations in Providence County, especially those in the north, focusing on Human Services, Basic Human Needs, or other areas not covered by other sectors. The Foundation excludes grants to public and charter schools. Review for these proposals occurs in September 2024, with the application deadline on August 19, 2024. Eligible organizations must submit a full application, including detailed financial documents. Reporting obligations for grant recipients will be outlined in the award letter.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local non-profit organizations that assist South Kingstown residents, particularly those in need, through various community services and initiatives.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and parts of West Virginia, Connecticut, and Rhode Island to support projects that address human needs, environmental stewardship, education, and community vitality.

This fund provides financial support for projects in Rhode Island that meet basic needs like food, shelter, and healthcare, with grants ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 for one year.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island that assist economically disadvantaged individuals by addressing essential needs like food and shelter.

This fund provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island that assist low-income individuals with physical disabilities, particularly focusing on children in Providence and Narragansett.

This fund provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island that help meet basic human needs like food, shelter, and healthcare for underserved communities.

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.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island that empower low- to moderate-income individuals and families through education, affordable housing, and essential human services.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the greater East Bay community of Rhode Island, particularly Bristol, to address the needs of individuals experiencing poverty or hardship through charitable programs and services.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Rhode Island that support educational and vocational opportunities for physically disabled individuals, particularly children and adults from low-income backgrounds, with a focus on Newport.