Costco Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Programs
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary program funding, including faith-based organizations offering community services. Focused on community impact, Costco Foundation invites eligible organizations to apply; proposals are reviewed in 4–6 weeks and assessed on documented need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and diversified financial support.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations developing innovative human and social services, health, community development, or related programs in Rhode Island may be eligible for this opportunity. Grants from Creag Foundation help organizations with new approaches to social problems, including faith-based or religious nonprofits, request consideration through a letter of inquiry; full applications are by invitation only.
Creag Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Startups
With a mission to improve lives, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides Rhode Island early-stage social impact organizations with up to US $300,000 over three years in unrestricted funding or investment capital plus intensive capacity-building support. Religious or faith-based nonprofits may be eligible if they deliver scalable, impact-driven services for underserved communities.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Rhode Island can seek State Farm support for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Focus areas include auto and home safety, disaster preparedness and recovery, affordable housing, job training, financial literacy, STEM and K–12 education, and food insecurity, which may benefit faith-based organizations with eligible community programs.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in Rhode Island
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Rhode Island offering arts or science programs, especially those engaging youth, can apply for culture grants of more than US $100,000 from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. Eligible U.S.-based 501(c)(3)s with audited expenses over $2 million may seek program, capital, or limited general and endowment support, including faith-based organizations with inclusive services.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Social Service Funding from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million that run proven social service programs can apply for more than US $100,000 to support direct services tackling chronic poverty. Focused on economic independence and strengthening families, William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes scalable efforts such as affordable housing, food access, job training, legal aid, reentry, and youth development, including work in Rhode Island.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Rhode Island Community Health Funding via Labcorp
Religious and faith-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Rhode Island working in health, education, or community services can seek support for programs like food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, and wellness initiatives. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides funding to U.S.-based organizations serving underserved populations and strengthening local communities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Education Grants
Organizations such as religious nonprofits in Rhode Island working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants; awards are More than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Eligible applicants must have a U.S. Federal TIN and serve urban low-income children or youth.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community and Education Funding for Charities from La Roche
Accredited charities running humanitarian, social development, science education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects in Rhode Island may be eligible for funding, managed through local Roche affiliates. Focused on broad community benefit, La Roche invites locally based organizations to propose innovative, sustainable projects that can engage Roche expertise, logistics, and employees in cultural, educational, or social activities.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian Health Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian aid can seek support for programs serving marginalized communities in Rhode Island and worldwide. Semnani Family Foundation provides global human and social services, healthcare access, and disaster relief funding. Religious or faith-based nonprofits with relevant community programs may be eligible to partner on impactful projects.
Semnani Family Foundation
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Rhode Island working on housing, jobs, hunger, or community development can seek sponsorship support for community-focused programs and events. Bank of America Charitable Foundation also considers initiatives in arts and culture, environment, and diversity and inclusion, which may benefit religious nonprofits with qualifying community service activities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Rhode Island Human Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian human and social service nonprofits in Rhode Island working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $250,000. With a mission to support poverty alleviation, disability services, and disaster relief, Gupta Family Foundation provides funding to smaller 501(c)(3) organizations with focused, founder-led programs.
Gupta Family Foundation
Cowles Charitable Trust Support for Community Programs
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
501(c)(3) organizations in Rhode Island seeking funding for arts, education, social justice, health, or ethical journalism programs can apply for the Cowles Charitable Trust’s grants, with awards up to US $10,000 for projects or general operating support. Religious nonprofits with qualifying community-focused programming may be eligible.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Community Grants in Rhode Island
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including religious organizations, can access funding for programs serving children, education, animals, the environment, humanitarian needs, and arts and culture. Grants from the Hansen Family Foundation range from US $1,000 - US $10,000 and are open to U.S.-based organizations with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25%.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Rhode Island working in preservation, education, or wellness can apply for the J.W. Couch Foundation Storytelling Grant to share the impact of their work. Focused on narrative and media projects, this opportunity may benefit religious nonprofits whose programs fit these pillars; awards are typically more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Southern Religious Programs Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Rhode Island religious and spiritual nonprofits serving communities in the Southern region may be eligible for Robinson Foundation support for programs, not capital projects. This family-operated Christian foundation funds 501(c)(3)s active for over three years that address needs like poverty relief, children and families, education, medical assistance, disaster relief, veterans, animal welfare, and nature and wildlife conservation.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Community Services Grants in Rhode Island
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events can apply for grants or event sponsorships; awards are limited to U.S.-based charities. With a mission to help communities where employees live and work, Insperity provides eligible organizations with philanthropic grants and event sponsorships once per year.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Rhode Island may be eligible for support that advances broad social and environmental change. Focused on respect for life, the environment, and all people, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation invites mission-driven nonprofits, including religious organizations, to apply.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety may be eligible for TJX Foundation grants if located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. Religious nonprofits that meet these criteria and have a public nondiscrimination policy can submit a letter of inquiry online.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
College Success Funding from Balfour Foundation
Applications due Nov 2, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) public charities, municipalities, Tribal and religious organizations in Rhode Island and across New England can seek support for programs that help underserved students prepare for, access, and complete 2- or 4-year college. The Lloyd G. Balfour Foundation funds college readiness, access, success, and related research, including multi-year, capacity-building initiatives.
Lloyd G. Balfour Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides Rhode Island nonprofits with US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based programs such as education, cultural institutions, youth and senior services, disability services, environmental and wildlife protection, and health facilities. IRS-qualified religious nonprofits offering these types of programs in the U.S. may be eligible to apply.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community development, or volunteer-driven programs can seek funding to strengthen local communities. Focused on hunger relief, shelter and housing, adult self-sufficiency, cultural enrichment, and economic vitality, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S. organizations—especially near its employee centers—to apply when they can demonstrate strong Ameriprise volunteer engagement.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Programs
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking project support in education, social services, health care, civic or cultural work, or environmental programs can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help organizations, including religious and spiritual nonprofits, fund one-year initiatives that improve communities, primarily within the U.S.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Rhode Island
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Religious-affiliated 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Rhode Island that serve local communities through social services may be eligible for funding supporting economic stability, workforce development, health, or disaster relief programs. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help U.S. community-focused organizations with project, general operating, or capital support in areas like hunger, homelessness, literacy, mental health, and humanitarian aid where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Youth Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Rhode Island religious and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving youth and families can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation to expand community, education, food security, and environmental programs. Grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 support initiatives such as youth leadership, academic enrichment, housing, hunger relief, and community or environmental stewardship projects.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Grants for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
U.S. nonprofit organizations, including those in Rhode Island with strong community partnerships, can apply for Mutual of America Foundation's Community Partnership Award to recognize exemplary collaborative initiatives. This national competition honors six partnerships each year that measurably improve lives, demonstrate replicable models, and address significant social issues; religious and faith-based nonprofits may be eligible.
Mutual Of America Foundation