Rhode Island STEM Education Funding via Amgen Foundation
Public libraries and other 501(c)(3) or eligible governmental organizations in Rhode Island can apply for Amgen Foundation’s grants to support science education and community-strengthening programs. Local library initiatives that use educational technology, hands-on STEM experiences, or enhance civic engagement in Amgen communities may be considered, though most awards are by invitation and unsolicited requests are reviewed semiannually.
The Amgen Foundation Inc
Costco Foundation Youth Services Grants in Rhode Island
Nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island that are 501(c)(3)s and run programs for children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for monetary support. Grants from Costco Foundation help community-focused programs demonstrate measurable outcomes and collaborate locally. Library-related nonprofits serving youth or education needs could be competitive applicants.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Rhode Island
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs can seek funding that may also benefit library-related initiatives. Focused on new approaches to societal issues, Creag Foundation invites organizations holding 501(c)(3) status for over a year to submit a letter of inquiry for potential invitation-only support.
Creag Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Library Innovation
Grants supporting early-stage, impact-driven library or information-access organizations in Rhode Island and globally can help scale solutions for underserved communities. Grants from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation help mission-driven nonprofits and impact-first for-profits grow bold, scalable social or environmental models, with up to US $300,000 plus intensive capacity-building and community support for post-pilot, pre-scale ventures.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Rhode Island libraries and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies can access funding for safety, education, and community development projects through State Farm Companies Foundation’s Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants. Programs may include disaster preparedness, financial literacy, STEM and academic success, workforce readiness, neighborhood revitalization, and related community-strengthening initiatives across the U.S.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Rhode Island Social Service Funding via Hearst Foundation
Rhode Island nonprofits providing direct social services that address chronic poverty and strengthen families can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million may receive more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or general support, including initiatives like youth development, affordable housing, food access, or job training that may be housed within library systems.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Education Grants
Libraries and other education-focused organizations in Rhode Island working with urban low-income children and youth can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants; awards are More than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Eligible entities include nonprofits, schools, social enterprises, and public or charitable organizations in the U.S.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Youth Career Readiness Funding for Libraries from Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training
Focused on youth career and college preparation, this program invites Rhode Island schools and youth-serving organizations, including those offering library services, to provide paid internships and work-based learning. Eligible partnerships can develop career pathways like library tech services, hospitality, healthcare, and green industries for teens in East Providence, Newport County, Bristol County, and surrounding communities.
State of Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training
Rhode Island Youth Workforce Grants from State
High school juniors in Washington County, Rhode Island can apply for the Real Skills for Youth summer internship program, which offers paid work-based learning and career exploration experiences. Funded by the State of Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, this initiative supports skill-building, mentorship, and academic credit that may benefit school- or library-based youth career programs.
State of Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training
Health and Education Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services can receive support from Semnani Family Foundation, which funds programs in Rhode Island as part of its global work. Grants focus on healthcare access, disease prevention, literacy, child welfare, and disaster relief for marginalized and vulnerable communities, including women, children, and people facing homelessness or hunger.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Rhode Island Libraries
With a mission to strengthen charitable, scientific, medical, and educational work, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides Rhode Island 501(c)(3) organizations with support for programs serving the general welfare. U.S.-based library organizations that are tax-exempt and operate within these fields may be eligible if all funded activities occur within the country.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community-focused programs may be eligible for sponsorships that advance economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives in areas like basic needs, housing, workforce development, community development, arts and culture, environment, and diversity, which can include library-related services that strengthen local communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Rhode Island Social Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including Rhode Island organizations working in human and social services, can seek US $5,000 - US $250,000 for focused interventions or disaster relief. With a mission to empower disadvantaged individuals, Gupta Family Foundation funds smaller 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities operating in select countries worldwide.
Gupta Family Foundation
Hansen Family Foundation Education Grants in Rhode Island
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) organizations working in education, youth services, or related community programs can access funding through the Hansen Family Foundation for projects that advance life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. U.S.-based nonprofits with budgets under $1 million, including those offering library services, may receive US $1,000 - US $10,000 for eligible initiatives.
Hansen Family Foundation
Rhode Island Community Projects Funding via Rhode Island Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 26, 2026
Nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and volunteer-led groups in Rhode Island can receive US $1,000 - US $10,000 to run resident-led projects that build social connections and strengthen neighborhoods. With a mission to mobilize generosity for equitable, thriving communities, Rhode Island Community Foundation supports efforts like library programs, public space improvements, cultural events, and other community-building activities.
The Rhode Island Community Foundation
USDA Rural Development Support for Rhode Island Facilities
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and Federally Recognized Tribes in rural Rhode Island can use this program to purchase, construct, or improve essential community facilities and equipment. With a mission to strengthen rural communities, USDA: Rural Development provides funding for projects such as libraries, community centers, public safety buildings, and other critical local services in eligible areas.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Washington Trust Charitable Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Libraries
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) organizations, including libraries and library-support groups, can seek funding for capital projects or specific programs that benefit local communities. Washington Trust Charitable Foundation supports initiatives such as youth and family services, education-related institutions, arts and culture, affordable housing, economic development, health and human services, and conservation across its Rhode Island market area.
Washington Trust Charitable Foundation
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence services can seek program funding if located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. The TJX Foundation supports community programs that help vulnerable families and children access resources and opportunities, which may include library-based or library-partner initiatives.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Rhode Island Libraries
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Public libraries and 501(c)(3) public charity nonprofits in Rhode Island can seek $5,000 - $10,000 in unrestricted operating or program support for environmental, human services, and related community work. With a mission to back these causes, Lawrence Foundation provides flexible funding that library-based or library-partnered initiatives may be able to leverage.
Lawrence Foundation
Champlin Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Libraries
Applications due Jan 16, 2027
Rhode Island library nonprofits planning capital projects can access funding through The Champlin Foundation for equipment purchases, tangible property, and facility construction, renovation, or real estate acquisition. Challenge grants are considered on a highly limited basis, and applicants must align with Champlin’s focus areas and demonstrate strong organizational capacity, equity commitments, and feasible project plans.
The Champlin Foundation
Champlin Foundation Support for Rhode Island Libraries
Applications due Jan 16, 2027
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including library organizations with at least three years of status or fiscally sponsored programming, can seek capital funding for facilities, equipment, or real estate projects. Focused on long-term stability, The Champlin Foundation backs tangible library infrastructure needs rather than programming or operating expenses across its nine service areas.
The Champlin Foundation
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Libraries
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) organizations can seek project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs, including library services, through grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help libraries and related nonprofits support community-focused initiatives; funding is generally for one year and one application per cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Library Program Grants for Rhode Island Libraries from OLIS
Applications due Mar 16, 2027
Rhode Island public, academic, school, and other LORI-member libraries and consortia can apply for State of Rhode Island Office of Library & Information Services mini-grants, awarding US $10,000 - US $27,500 for summer reading and other forward-looking library projects. Funding supports access, learning, engagement, literacy, and more inclusive, community-focused library services.
State of Rhode Island Office of Library & Information Services
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving local quality of life can seek funding for community-focused programs, operations, or capital needs. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help organizations address hunger, homelessness, economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief in areas where O’Reilly Auto Parts has a business presence, which may include library-connected community initiatives.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Gladys Brooks Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Libraries
Applications due May 31, 2027
Libraries and other 501(c)(3) institutions in Rhode Island can seek major capital, endowment, and equipment funding for innovative library projects, educational institutions, and hospitals or clinics. Grants from Gladys Brooks Foundation help organizations enhance resources, facilities, and technology when outside funding is not available and the project is largely supported by the grant.
The Gladys Brooks Foundation
Partnership Awards for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, recognizing exemplary collaborations that address significant social issues. Programs that measurably improve lives, operate in multiple communities, or demonstrate scalable social impact may be honored through several distinct award categories.
Mutual Of America Foundation