Northern Rhode Island

Citizens Charitable Foundation

Johnston, RI

Citizens Charitable Foundation funds financial empowerment programs, including financial education for low- to moderate-income people and small businesses, and workforce development, such as job training and career coaching. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1 to $150,000, with a median of $250; grants went mainly to organizations in North Carolina, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, and Pennsylvania. It gives only to preselected charitable 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 Rhode Island nonprofits working in areas including civic and cultural life, climate, education, community health, housing, and economic mobility; some grants also support specific topics or places. Its 2024 grants had a median of about $24,000, though amounts varied widely. Applications are accepted through specific grant programs when open; the profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests generally.

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 working on economic security, children’s learning, housing, food access, safety, and related community needs. In 2025, grants ranged from $5,008 to $547,033, with a median of $15,000; its emergency grants offer up to $50,000, with average awards of $25,000–$30,000. It accepts applications for emergency grants on a rolling basis.

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 grants support education, student aid, and research, with listed awards primarily identified as subcontracts. In 2025, grants ranged from $5,325 to $3.36 million, with a median of about $98,700; recipients were concentrated in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, California, New York, and Washington, DC. The profile does not state that Brown accepts unsolicited requests; its website describes proposal support for Brown researchers.

The Beacon Foundation

Warwick, RI

The Beacon Foundation funds U.S. nonprofits and municipalities working in health, wellness, education, disability services, and other charitable or civic areas, with priority for Rhode Island and nearby communities. Its 2025 grants ranged from $20 to $20,100, with a median of $1,000. It accepts unsolicited requests.

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