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Citizens Charitable Foundation

Johnston, RI

Citizens Charitable Foundation supports 501(c)(3) programs focused on financial empowerment—especially financial education for low- to moderate-income people and small businesses—and workforce development, including job training and career coaching. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1 to $150,000, with a median of $250; giving was distributed across states, led by North Carolina, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, and Pennsylvania. It states that it makes contributions only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Amica Companies Foundation

Lincoln, RI

AMICA Companies Foundation supports qualified 501(c)(3) organizations working in basic needs and community development, education, health, arts and culture, and community and public affairs, generally serving Rhode Island residents. Its 2024 grants ranged from $53 to $250,000, with a median of $500; it accepts applications year-round through its online system, with no more than one application per organization each year.

The Rhode Island Community Foundation

Providence, RI

The Rhode Island Community Foundation funds nonprofit work in civic and cultural life, climate action, education, health, housing, and economic mobility, with a primary focus on Rhode Island. Its 2024 grants had a median of about $24,000 and ranged from about $5,000 to $5 million; giving levels vary by program.

CVS Foundation

Woonsocket, RI

CVS Foundation funds nonprofits improving access to health care and health outcomes, including work on health-related social needs, education, and workforce development. In 2024 it awarded 778 grants, with a median grant of $1,500 and awards ranging from $250 to $2,460,500; funding is concentrated in states including Virginia, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Arizona, with some national programs. It does not accept unsolicited requests; support is by invitation or RFP only.

United Way of Rhode Island Inc

Providence, RI

United Way of Rhode Island funds Rhode Island nonprofits addressing economic security, education, housing, food insecurity, health, and other basic needs. Its 2025 grants had a median of $15,000 (with awards ranging from $5,008 to $547,033); it accepts rolling applications for certain emergency grants of up to $50,000 and event sponsorships.

Ralph R Papitto & Barbara a Papitto

Providence, RI

Papitto Opportunity Connection funds Rhode Island 501(c)(3) organizations working in education, job skills training, housing, healthcare, and entrepreneurship, with a focus on communities most in need. It gives about $6 million annually; small grants are generally $5,000–$20,000, though awards vary widely. It accepts unsolicited applications during set periods, but its application page says proposals are not currently being accepted.

Brown University

Providence, RI

Brown University’s reported external grants are primarily subcontract awards, often supporting research and healthcare-related organizations, rather than a clearly stated open grant program. In 2025, it made 235 grants ranging from $5,325 to $3.36 million, with a median of about $98,700; recipients were concentrated in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, California, and New York. The profile does not state whether Brown accepts unsolicited requests.

The Beacon Foundation

Warwick, RI

The Beacon Foundation supports U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations and municipalities in health, education, disability services, and other charitable and civic causes, with giving focused primarily on Rhode Island and nearby communities. Its 2024 grants ranged from $25 to $20,000, with a median of $500. It reviews requests quarterly and accepts submissions on a rolling basis.

Washington Trust Co Charitable Fdn

Westerly, RI

The foundation supports affordable housing and community revitalization, economic development, youth and family services, health, arts and culture, education, and conservation in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and southeastern Connecticut. Its 2025 grants ranged from $250 to $61,000, with a median of $2,500. It accepts requests by letter, with proposals due October 1 each year.

Centreville Savings Bank Charitable

West Warwick, RI

The foundation supports education, economic security, and capacity building, primarily for communities in Rhode Island and eastern Connecticut. Its 2025 grants ranged from $895 to $150,000, with a median grant of $5,000. It does not limit giving to preselected organizations; no application form or deadline is specified.

Collette Foundation

Pawtucket, RI

The Collette Foundation supports a broad range of charitable work, including food assistance, youth services, and entrepreneurship, with most 2025 funding going to Rhode Island organizations and some to organizations elsewhere. Its 107 grants ranged from $10 to $42,250, with a median of $100. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Banknewport Charitable Foundation Inc

Newport, RI