Costco Foundation Youth Services Grants in Rhode Island
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can apply for monetary support that strengthens community services. Grants from Costco Foundation help organizations demonstrate measurable outcomes, address identified community needs, and collaborate locally, which may benefit theater groups with youth education or child-focused programming in the state.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovative Arts Grants in Rhode Island
Rhode Island nonprofit theaters and arts organizations with 501(c)(3) status and innovative human services or social-impact programming may be eligible for funding to address social problems. Focused on new approaches to societal issues, Creag Foundation invites smaller or evolving organizations to inquire about support for creative, change-making work, including theater-related initiatives.
Creag Foundation
Youth Programs Funding for Nonprofits from DanPaul Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Rhode Island serving youth health, education, development, or welfare can apply for DanPaul Foundation grants, with awards up to US $15,000. Programs in child advocacy, early childhood development, homelessness, poverty, refugee enrichment, or related youth services, including theater-based enrichment, may be eligible if they align with the foundation’s mission.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Scaling Impactful Rhode Island Social Ventures
Early-stage, impact-first organizations in Rhode Island can seek flexible funding and strategic support to scale innovative social or environmental solutions. Eligible nonprofits and mission-driven ventures serving underserved communities may receive multi-year grants, capacity-building assistance, and access to a global network to help reach tens of thousands of beneficiaries sustainably.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding from Cisco
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, economic empowerment, or climate resilience in Rhode Island and worldwide can seek Global Impact Cash Grants supporting innovative, early-stage programs. Cisco Systems Foundation prioritizes projects serving mostly economically underserved communities, with overhead generally under 25%, and accepts year-round applications beginning with a brief LOI.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Rhode Island educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can access funding through State Farm Companies Foundation for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Theater organizations with eligible programs in areas like K–12 education, community development, or public safety may be able to align projects with these priorities.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Hearst Foundation Theater Grants in Rhode Island
Rhode Island theater and performing arts nonprofits with U.S.-based 501(c)(3) status and budgets over $2 million can access funding through the Hearst Foundation for culture programs, capital projects, and limited general or endowment support. Organizations engaging youth, providing arts education, or nurturing artistic talent may be especially competitive for awards over US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst 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 William Randolph Hearst Foundation for program, capital, or general support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million and proven, scalable impact, including those with youth development or job training tied to theater programs, may be eligible for awards over US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Rhode Island Community Health Funding via Labcorp
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits and equivalent charities working in health, education, or community services can access funding through Labcorp Charitable Foundation for programs like food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives. Theater organizations may be eligible if their work clearly advances these community or educational priorities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants
Organizations serving urban children and youth in education, health, or family economic stability can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants of more than US $50,000; awards support projects or scaling efforts. Rhode Island theater organizations may be eligible if their programming advances these outcomes for urban low-income children or families.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Rhode Island Theater
With a mission to support charitable, scientific, medical, educational, and other 501(c)(3) organizations, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides Rhode Island nonprofits with flexible project or program funding. Theater organizations that are tax-exempt and can ensure all grant funds are used within the U.S. may be eligible to apply.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Arts
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for arts, culture, community development, or basic needs programs can apply for sponsorship funding that advances economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives such as theater, workforce education, housing, hunger relief, environmental projects, and diversity and inclusion to strengthen local communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Performing Arts Touring Funding from New England Foundation for the Arts
Applications due Aug 3, 2026
Rhode Island performing arts and theater nonprofits, schools, tribal governments, and public agencies can access funding through the New England Foundation for the Arts to present touring artists. The New England States Touring (NEST) program offers up to US $15,000 for public performances, readings, screenings, and community engagement with regional, national, or international artists across New England.
New England Foundation For The Arts
Cowles Charitable Trust Support for Arts
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Arts, education, social justice, health, and journalism-focused 501(c)(3) organizations, including those in Rhode Island, can apply for the Cowles Charitable Trust’s grants of up to US $10,000 to support programs or general operating costs. Theater organizations may be eligible when their work fits the trust’s mission and priorities, especially in arts and education.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Arts Grants in Rhode Island
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in arts and culture, youth services, education, or humanitarian programs can access funding through the Hansen Family Foundation; awards range from US $1,000 - US $10,000. Eligible organizations must be U.S.-based with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25%, and theater-focused groups may be competitive if they fit these priorities.
Hansen Family Foundation
Rhode Island Community Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) organizations serving education, children and families, poverty relief, health, disaster relief, veterans, animal welfare, conservation, or spiritual programs can access funding through Robinson Foundation for single-year projects. Eligible nonprofits must serve communities in the Southern region, be operating for more than three years, and seek support for programmatic, not capital, needs; theater-related work may be eligible if it fits these priorities.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can seek project support that may also encompass theater-related initiatives. Focused on broad social and environmental impact, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation invites charitable organizations to propose programs that reflect respect for people, life, and the environment.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental or human services work, including in Rhode Island, can apply for unrestricted grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to back environmental and human services causes, Lawrence Foundation provides general operating or program funding that theater organizations may access if their work fits these priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Theater
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides Rhode Island theater and other IRS-qualified nonprofit organizations with US $1,000 - US $20,000 for cultural and performing arts programs and related community initiatives. U.S.-based museums, schools, hospitals, youth and senior programs, disability services, and environmental or wildlife efforts may also be eligible, especially where modest grants create significant impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Champlin Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Capital Projects
Applications due Jan 16, 2027
Rhode Island nonprofit organizations planning capital projects, equipment purchases, or facility construction and renovations can access funding through The Champlin Foundation’s challenge grants. These highly limited awards help arts and culture, education, youth, social services, animal welfare, conservation, libraries, and related groups leverage Champlin support to secure matching donations for their work, including theater facilities.
The Champlin Foundation
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Theater
Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Rhode Island seeking project support in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental work can apply for grants from the Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help Rhode Island cultural and community groups with US $5,000 - US $25,000 in one-year funding for eligible programs.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Paul V. Sherlock Center Support for Rhode Island Accessibility
Applications due Apr 9, 2027
Rhode Island businesses, nonprofits, schools, theaters, and city/town agencies improving accessibility for people with disabilities in social, leisure, recreational, or cultural activities can apply; awards up to US $2,500 for projects. The Paul V. Sherlock Center’s mini grants can help theaters fund access upgrades like equipment, facility improvements, or accessible materials.
Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving economic stability, health, disaster relief, or workforce development can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for project, operating, or capital support. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help organizations in Rhode Island, including those with theater programs that serve underserved or underrepresented residents, strengthen local quality of life where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Community Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Rhode Island theater and arts nonprofits supporting youth education, leadership, housing, food security, or environmental projects can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards. Grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 support 501(c)(3) organizations and equivalent charities improving local communities through programs for underserved young people and their families.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations across the U.S. that lead strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award, which honors collaborations tackling significant social issues. Rhode Island theater nonprofits that work closely with public, private, or social sector partners to strengthen their communities may be eligible.
Mutual Of America Foundation
Rhode Island Social Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2027
Non-sectarian human and social service nonprofits addressing disadvantage and self-reliance can use this funding for poverty alleviation, disability services, or disaster relief work, including in Rhode Island. With a mission to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant, Gupta Family Foundation provides US $5,000 - US $250,000 grants to smaller 501(c)(3) organizations and qualifying foreign entities.
Gupta Family Foundation