1829 Legacy Fund Grants

1829 Legacy Fund Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Rhode Island Community Foundation
Last Updated: January 20, 2026

Summary

The 1829 Legacy Fund Grants, managed by the Rhode Island Community Foundation, support nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island focusing on human services, education, arts, and journalism. Established in 2012, the fund continues a legacy of philanthropy dating back to 1956. Organizations can apply annually, with decisions made within three months. This initiative aims to mobilize community generosity and drive impactful change across the state.

Overview

As Rhode Island’s only community foundation, we mobilize generosity and motivate change that makes a difference. Our local roots, state-wide relationships, and century of experience anchor our work, and our hopes for our home reach high. The 1829 Legacy Fund, formerly the Providence Journal Charitable Legacy Fund, was established at the Rhode Island Foundation in 2012 with the transfer of assets from the Providence Journal Charitable Foundation which had been awarding grants since 1956. The Fund supports qualified nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services in the following areas: Human services and healthcare, with a focus on the homeless Education and youth Arts and culture Responsible and ethical journalism Applicants may apply once per calendar year and can expect to receive a funding decision within approximately three months of applying.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Please note that the primary geographic focus for funding is Rhode Island.