Costco Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Youth
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary program funding that may complement agriculture-related youth or family initiatives. Focused on measurable community impact, the Costco Foundation considers requests showing clear need, evidence-based outcomes, collaboration, and diversified financial support, with applications typically reviewed within 4–6 weeks.
Costco Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Grants for Rhode Island Agriculture
With a mission to support early-stage social impact organizations, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides Rhode Island agriculture and other impact-focused ventures with up to US $300,000 over three years in unrestricted funding or investment capital. Eligible candidates are scalable, impact-first nonprofits or mission-driven for-profits serving underserved communities in priority regions including the U.S.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Social Service Funding from Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to expand proven social service programs that reduce chronic poverty and strengthen families. Focused on economic independence and large-scale impact, William Randolph Hearst Foundation may benefit Rhode Island groups working on housing, food access, jobs, legal aid, or youth development.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Community Health and Education Grants from Labcorp
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations, including those in Rhode Island, can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support health, education, or community initiatives. Funding may benefit agriculture-related nonprofits that run food pantries, meal programs, STEM education, or healthcare and wellness services for underserved communities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Education
Rhode Island agriculture organizations with programs in education, child health, or family economic stability can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for project support or scaling efforts. Eligible entities include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public agencies in the U.S., India, or South Africa, with requests of more than US $50,000.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Youth Workforce Development Funding from Rhode Island
Youth-serving organizations and education partners in Rhode Island can access funding to deliver career exploration, work-based learning, and job-readiness programs through the Real Skills for Youth initiative. Grants from State of Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training support partnerships that build essential skills, paid work experiences, and career pathways, including sustainable agriculture, for youth ages 14–24 in Newport County.
State of Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training
Youth Agriculture Internships for Rhode Island Organizations via State of Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training
Rhode Island youth-serving organizations and schools offering agriculture or urban farming experiences can access funding through the State of Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training to run paid internships and work-based learning. Programs focus on urban agriculture, food production, environmental conservation, and related renewable energy, serving youth in Providence, Pawtucket, and Central Falls with career and college preparation.
State of Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training
Community Development Grants for Charities from Roche
Rhode Island accredited charities running humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects can access funding through Roche, supporting high-quality, sustainable initiatives. Organizations with agriculture-related education, environment, or community development programs may be eligible when projects align with Roche’s focus areas and allow collaboration with local affiliates and authorities.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian and Health Funding for Nonprofits from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations working on health, education, or disaster relief can seek support from Semnani Family Foundation, which funds programs in the U.S. and internationally. Rhode Island groups addressing healthcare access, hunger, child welfare, or services for women and marginalized communities may be eligible for these global humanitarian grants.
Semnani Family Foundation
Rhode Island Wildfire Equipment Grants from DEM
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Volunteer and rural fire departments in Rhode Island can fund wildland firefighting gear and small equipment to better prevent and suppress wildfires in communities under 10,000 people. With a mission to support rural forest protection, State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Division of Forest Environment provides US $1,000 - US $3,500 for eligible tools and supplies.
State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Division of Forest Environment
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Human Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those in Rhode Island working on agriculture-related livelihoods, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s global grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $250,000 for focused interventions and humanitarian relief. Eligible applicants are typically smaller 501(c)(3) or qualifying foreign entities with revenues between $300,000 and $3,000,000.
Gupta Family Foundation
Island Foundation Support for Rhode Island Agriculture
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on agriculture, working landscapes, and environmental conservation can seek general operating or project funding to support coastal and marine resource initiatives. With a mission to strengthen community-based conservation, Island Foundation provides grants that may back sustainable agriculture, community-based fisheries, and environmental justice efforts connected to coastal communities.
Island Foundation
Hansen Family Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Programs
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million can access funding for children, education, animals, environment, humanitarian aid, arts, and basic human needs projects. Grants from the Hansen Family Foundation, typically ranging from US $1,000 - US $10,000, may benefit agriculture-related organizations whose work fits these priorities and supports life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling and Conservation Funding from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Wildlife conservation 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Rhode Island can seek More than US $50,000 to tell impactful stories about their work through this storytelling grant. The Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports narrative projects that highlight conservation outcomes and may benefit agriculture-related conservation and land stewardship efforts.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Agriculture
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on agriculture-related community or environmental initiatives in Rhode Island can seek support for their programs and projects. With a mission to foster positive change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides funding that may benefit groups integrating sustainable agriculture with community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding efforts.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations that support basic needs, at-risk youth education, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety can apply for The TJX Foundation’s grants. Eligible Rhode Island nonprofits within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office may benefit, especially those serving vulnerable families and children outside school hours.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island seeking support for community programs, education, arts, health facilities, or environmental and wildlife activities can apply for grants ranging from US $1,000 - US $20,000. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help U.S. organizations where modest awards can make a significant impact on local services and initiatives.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Basic Needs Funding for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial support, including groups in Rhode Island. Focus areas include hunger relief, shelters and supportive housing, financial literacy, workforce readiness, and community development. Priority goes to programs with strong Ameriprise employee or advisor volunteer engagement and clear, measurable outcomes.
Ameriprise Financial
Rhode Island Agriculture Infrastructure Grants in Rhode Island
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Agricultural producers, processors, nonprofits, local and Tribal governments, and institutions in Rhode Island can seek funding to expand and modernize middle-of-the-supply-chain agriculture infrastructure and food processing. The State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management offers these grants to improve aggregation, storage, distribution, safety compliance, worker safety, and climate-smart equipment for locally and regionally produced food products.
State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Division of Agriculture
Northeast SARE Support for Farming Communities
Pre proposal due Feb 2, 2027
Farmers, nonprofits, researchers, and service providers working on agriculture and food systems in Rhode Island and the broader Northeast can apply for reimbursement-based grants of US $50,000 - US $250,000. Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education funds community-level social science research and education to improve the health and sustainability of farming communities and regional food systems.
Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education
Specialty Crop Funding for Farmers via Rhode Island DEM
Applications due Feb 28, 2027
Rhode Island agricultural producers and organizations working with eligible specialty crops can seek funding to enhance crop competitiveness, marketing, and farm viability. Focused on specialty fruits, vegetables, nursery crops, and related products, the State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management invites agriculture projects that support research, promotion, food safety, innovation, and environmental conservation.
State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Natural Resources Bureau
Agricultural Conservation Funding for Producers from NRCS
Applications due Mar 20, 2027
Agricultural producers, non-industrial private forest owners, Tribes, and water management entities in Rhode Island can receive financial and technical assistance to implement conservation practices that improve environmental quality and farm operations. Grants from USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of Rhode Island support projects on cropland, pasture, rangeland, forestland, and other farm or environmentally sensitive lands addressing at least one natural resource concern.
USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of Rhode Island
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Grants in Rhode Island
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
With a mission to improve quality of life, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides Rhode Island nonprofits with project, operating, or capital support for economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations in O'Reilly Auto Parts communities that serve local residents, including those with agriculture-related programs, may be eligible.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Farmland Easement Funding for Landowners from NRCS
Applications due Apr 24, 2027
Rhode Island agricultural landowners, tribes, and eligible entities seeking to preserve working farms and grasslands can secure conservation easement funding to limit non-agricultural uses. Rhode Island agriculture organizations can access funding through USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of Rhode Island to protect productive soils, grazing lands, historic or archeological resources, and open space through Agricultural Land Easements.
USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of Rhode Island
Rhode Island Land Conservation Funding via USDA
Applications due Apr 24, 2027
Private and tribal landowners in Rhode Island can receive support to place eligible agricultural wetlands under conservation easements and restore wetland habitat. With a mission to improve and protect natural resources, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service offers permanent or term wetland reserve easements that enhance wildlife habitat, water quality, flood protection, and agricultural viability.
USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of Rhode Island
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
U.S. nonprofit organizations with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award to recognize impactful collaborations. Programs in Rhode Island that unite public, private, or social sector partners to address significant social issues may be eligible for national recognition through this annual competition.
Mutual Of America Foundation
Agricultural Conservation Funding for Partners from NRCS
Applications due Jul 2, 2027
Agricultural producer groups, conservation nonprofits, governments, tribes, and related entities in Rhode Island can receive funding for conservation projects improving energy efficiency, soil health, water quality and quantity, plant health, and wildlife habitat. USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service of Rhode Island supports these Regional Conservation Partnership projects with awards up to US $10,000,000.
USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of Rhode Island