Rhode Island Supreme Court Historical Society Fund Grant

Rhode Island Supreme Court Historical Society Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Rhode Island Community Foundation
Last Updated: January 29, 2025

Summary

The Rhode Island Supreme Court Historical Society Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations aiming to preserve the history and artifacts of the Rhode Island judicial system. Established in 1998, this fund encourages projects that promote public understanding of Rhode Island's legal history through programs and publications. Organizations are required to provide matching resources, and grants cannot be used for equipment purchases. Applicants are also urged to explore the Joseph O’Neill Ott Fund for similar opportunities.

Overview

Rhode Island Supreme Court Historical Society Fund Grant The Rhode Island Supreme Court Historical Society Fund was established in 1998 to perpetuate the history of the Supreme Court and the Rhode Island judicial system. The fund was created from the remaining funds of the Rhode Island Supreme Court Historical Society. Grants from this fund may support nonprofit organizations that wish to provide programs that preserve the history of the Rhode Island Supreme Court and the Rhode Island judicial system, preserve artifacts and records of the courts system, publish works of history about Rhode Island legal history, and offer public forums about Rhode Island legal and constitutional history. Organizations should provide matching resources in funds or through in-kind services. Applicants are encouraged to also look at the Joseph O’Neill Ott Fund to see if their project meets that fund’s similar requirements.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Supports nonprofit organizations that wish to provide programs that preserve the history of the Rhode Island Supreme Court and the Rhode Island judicial system.

Ineligibility

Funds may not be used for the purchase of equipment.Applications will not be considered from organizations with overdue grant reports.