Grants in Rhode Island: 200+ Funding Opportunities

Organizations in Rhode Island can access federal grants open to all states, Rhode Island-specific state agency funding, regional foundation awards, and corporate giving programs. GrantAQ tracks every active grant available to Rhode Island nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and small businesses — and uses AI to match your organization to the funding you actually qualify for.

200+

Grants Available

$21.0M

Total Funding Tracked

$875K

Average Award

RI

State

Top Funding Categories in Rhode Island

generalphilanthropycommunity_developmentpublic_safety

Active Grants in Rhode Island

Warren Alpert Foundation — Grants Program
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Warren Alpert Foundation

Warren Alpert Foundation is a private foundation based in Providence, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $22,893,636 in grants. Total assets: $406,646,323. Primary focus area: community development. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Brown University Charitable Tr 111695 — Grants Program
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Brown University Charitable Tr 111695

Brown University Charitable Tr 111695 is a private foundation based in Providence, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $10,563,063 in grants. Total assets: $43,271. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Cvs Foundation — Grants Program
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Cvs Foundation

Cvs Foundation is a private foundation based in Woonsocket, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $27,397,552 in grants. Total assets: $197,167,369. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Van Beuren Charitable Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Van Beuren Charitable Foundation Inc

Van Beuren Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Newport, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $11,898,623 in grants. Total assets: $343,313,671. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Hassenfeld Foundation — Grants Program
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Hassenfeld Foundation

Hassenfeld Foundation is a private foundation based in Providence, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $10,052,341 in grants. Total assets: $60,948,225. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Ralph R Papitto And Barbara A Papitto Private Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Ralph R Papitto And Barbara A Papitto Private Family Foundation

Ralph R Papitto And Barbara A Papitto Private Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Providence, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $22,791,932 in grants. Total assets: $18,618,067. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Hasbrofoundation Inc — Grants Program
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Hasbrofoundation Inc

Hasbrofoundation Inc is a private foundation based in Pawtucket, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,643,854 in grants. Total assets: $3,789,852. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Citizens Charitable Foundation — Grants Program
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Citizens Charitable Foundation

Citizens Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Johnston, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,996,192 in grants. Total assets: $1,338,872. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Edward J & Virginia M Routhier Foundation — Grants Program
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Edward J & Virginia M Routhier Foundation

Edward J & Virginia M Routhier Foundation is a private foundation based in Johnston, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,137,000 in grants. Total assets: $17,006,592. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Simon W Wardwell Foundation — Grants Program
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Simon W Wardwell Foundation

Simon W Wardwell Foundation is a private foundation based in Cranston, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,237,644 in grants. Total assets: $17,702,322. Primary focus area: public safety. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Forrest C And Frances H Lattner Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Forrest C And Frances H Lattner Foundation Inc

Forrest C And Frances H Lattner Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in E Greenwich, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,685,766 in grants. Total assets: $52,989,756. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Thomas A Rodgers Jr Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Thomas A Rodgers Jr Family Foundation

Thomas A Rodgers Jr Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Newport, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,428,259 in grants. Total assets: $26,607,013. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
The Papitto Foundation — Grants Program
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The Papitto Foundation

The Papitto Foundation is a private foundation based in Hope, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,949,490 in grants. Total assets: $8,323,757. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Fm Foundation — Grants Program
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Fm Foundation

Fm Foundation is a private foundation based in Johnston, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $6,373,477 in grants. Total assets: $23,991,621. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
The White Family Foundation — Grants Program
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The White Family Foundation

The White Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Cranston, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,064,000 in grants. Total assets: $1,836,230. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Amica Companies Foundation — Grants Program
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Amica Companies Foundation

Amica Companies Foundation is a private foundation based in Lincoln, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,661,504 in grants. Total assets: $43,815,872. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Jonathan M Nelson Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Jonathan M Nelson Family Foundation

Jonathan M Nelson Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Providence, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $3,930,250 in grants. Total assets: $174,217,203. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Collis Foundation — Grants Program
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Collis Foundation

Collis Foundation is a private foundation based in Providence, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,037,500 in grants. Total assets: $70,805,137. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Disosway Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Disosway Foundation Inc

Disosway Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Westerly, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,735,970 in grants. Total assets: $68,120,975. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Murray Family Charitable Foundation — Grants Program
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Murray Family Charitable Foundation

Murray Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Providence, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,352,250 in grants. Total assets: $34,266,204. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Carter Family Charitable Trust — Grants Program
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Carter Family Charitable Trust

Carter Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in L Compton, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,349,852 in grants. Total assets: $45,813,205. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
The Norman And Rosalie Fain Family Foundation — Grants Program
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The Norman And Rosalie Fain Family Foundation

The Norman And Rosalie Fain Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Pawtucket, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,528,667 in grants. Total assets: $26,669,151. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Centreville Savings Bank Charitable Foundation — Grants Program
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Centreville Savings Bank Charitable Foundation

Centreville Savings Bank Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in West Warwick, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,275,410 in grants. Total assets: $24,836,567. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Godley Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Godley Family Foundation

Godley Family Foundation is a private foundation based in N Kingstown, RI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,302,200 in grants. Total assets: $7,937,145. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline

Frequently Asked Questions: Rhode Island Grants

What types of grants are available in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), Rhode Island-specific state agency grants, regional foundation grants, and local community foundation awards. Federal programs represent the largest pool; state agency grants often have shorter application cycles and local preference.

Do I need to be incorporated in Rhode Island to apply for state grants?

For most Rhode Island state agency grants, yes — organizations must be registered to do business in Rhode Island and often must demonstrate primary service delivery within the state. Federal grants are open regardless of incorporation state, provided your program serves eligible populations.

How do I find Rhode Island state grant opportunities?

Rhode Island state agency grants are published through the state grants portal, individual agency websites (health department, arts commission, housing finance agency, etc.), and GrantAQ's aggregated database. GrantAQ pulls all active state grants alongside federal and foundation opportunities so you see everything in one place.

What is the deadline cycle for Rhode Island grants?

Rhode Island state grant deadlines vary widely by agency. Many education and health grants align with the state fiscal year (often July 1). Community development grants may have spring deadlines. Federal grants follow agency-specific cycles. GrantAQ tracks all deadlines and sends alerts before they close.

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