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Last updated: May 4, 2026. Next update: June 7, 2026.
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Costco Wholesale Charitable Contributions
Costco Foundation
Youth Services
Child Welfare Services
Education
Unspecified amount
The Costco Wholesale Charitable Contributions program prioritizes support for children, education, and health services within local communities. Nonprofit organizations seeking assistance must be 501(c)(3) certified and focus on monetary requests. Applications are reviewed within 4-6 weeks, factoring in community needs and collaboration. However, Costco limits grants to 10% of the program budget and typically restricts organizations to one request per fiscal year. They do not fund individuals or direct aid for various specific purposes.
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Unspecified amount
The Creag Foundation, established in 2009 in Woodinville, Washington, provides funding to innovative 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations addressing social issues. Focused on smaller organizations, the foundation seeks to support those with unique approaches to improve the human condition. Eligible applicants must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and present a new or previously unaddressed solution to societal challenges. Applications are by invitation only, encouraging creativity and passion in charitable work.
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DanPaul Foundation Grants
The Dan Paul Foundation
Environment
Youth Development & Leadership
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water
Up to US $15,000
The DanPaul Foundation aims to enhance early childhood development by training teachers and parents, protecting children from abuse, and promoting social responsibility. They provide grants to non-profits for programs that focus on education, health, and welfare of youth. Key initiatives include scholarships, environmental education, and support for underprivileged children. Grant amounts range from a few hundred dollars to $15,000 annually, with a focus on impactful, community-driven projects.
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Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Education
Social Justice / Human Rights
Energy
Up to US $300,000
The Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides grants to early-stage social entrepreneurs working on scalable solutions to pressing social and environmental issues. By supporting organizations with innovative approaches and proven impact, they aim to uplift underserved communities globally. The foundation offers operational support, funding of up to $300,000 over three years, and fosters a collaborative community among its portfolio organizations. They focus on candidates demonstrating measurable impact and sustainable growth potential.
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Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants
State Farm Companies Foundation
Disaster Preparedness
Disaster Relief / Humanitarian Aid
Firefighting & Fire Prevention
Unspecified amount
State Farm's Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants aim to enhance community safety, development, and education. Focused on long-term impact, they support initiatives in auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, and educational programs. Eligible recipients include nonprofits, educational institutions, and government entities. However, funding is not available for individuals, religious programs, or organizations outside the U.S. By addressing critical community needs, these grants foster safer and more resilient neighborhoods.
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Hearst Foundation: Social Service Grant
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Sustainability
Food Access & Hunger
Family Services
More than US $100,000
The Hearst Foundation's Social Service Grant focuses on tackling chronic poverty by funding direct-service organizations that implement effective solutions for economic independence and family strengthening. With a mission to support diverse nonprofits in the U.S., the Foundation allocates approximately 15% of its total funding to social services, prioritizing scalable programs that serve significant populations. The minimum grant size is $100,000, and special consideration is given to organizations addressing affordable housing, domestic violence, and youth development.
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Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Poverty Alleviation & Services
Education - Preschool / Early Learning
Education - K through 12
More than US $50,000
The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides grants to organizations focused on improving the lives of children in urban poverty in the U.S., India, and South Africa. They prioritize projects in education, health, and family economic stability. Grants typically do not exceed 25% of a project's budget or 10% of an organization's annual expenses. The foundation seeks to partner with organizations already making an impact, ensuring funding supports impactful social enterprises.
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Point32Health Foundation Grant
Point32Health Foundation
Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Healthy Habits & Behaviors
Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases
Unspecified amount
The Point32Health Foundation Grant focuses on advancing equity in aging by providing multi-year, general operating grants to nonprofits in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. The foundation emphasizes collaboration with community organizations to address systemic inequities and improve health outcomes for older adults. Grant applications are accepted at various times, with specific deadlines for advocacy and social justice projects. The foundation seeks to honor the voices of those most affected by inequities.
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Unspecified amount
The Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant supports charitable, scientific, medical, and educational organizations that are 501(c)(3) certified. This private funder emphasizes impactful service to diverse populations without discrimination. Grants must be utilized within the United States and cannot be awarded to individuals, political candidates, or lobbying efforts. The Trust is dedicated to enhancing the general welfare through soundly-managed initiatives that contribute significantly to community needs.
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The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Community Development & Revitalization
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness
Food Access & Hunger
Unspecified amount
The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program aims to enhance economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities through partnerships with nonprofit organizations. This initiative focuses on critical areas such as workforce education, basic needs like food and housing, and community development. The Foundation invested $350 million last year and encourages employee volunteerism and giving, supporting nonprofits in various sectors, including arts, culture, and diversity initiatives.
Applications due May 15, 2026
Ameriprise Community Grants
Ameriprise Financial
Food Delivery & Distribution Services
Food Access & Hunger
Supportive Housing & Shelters
Unspecified amount
Ameriprise Community Grants focus on supporting nonprofits that enhance community vitality and meet basic needs. With over 120 years of commitment to philanthropy, Ameriprise Financial engages employees in volunteerism and grantmaking. Key giving areas include hunger relief, housing stability, and community development. Priority is given to organizations with active volunteer engagement from Ameriprise advisors and employees, creating a meaningful impact on financial independence and community resilience.
Applications due May 15, 2026
Robinson Foundation Grant
Robinson Foundation
Religion & Spirituality
Family Services
Youth Services
Unspecified amount
The Robinson Foundation Grant, established in 2016, aims to alleviate hardships faced by individuals and communities, demonstrating God's love through charitable contributions. As a family-operated foundation, it focuses on creating meaningful, long-term impacts in various areas including animal welfare, education, and disaster relief. Organizations eligible for funding must be 501(c)(3) public charities. The foundation prioritizes fiscally responsible projects with the potential for tangible results, while not supporting capital projects.
Applications due Jun 2, 2026
Battlefield Preservation Fund Grant
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Battlefield Preservation
US $2,500 - US $10,000
The Battlefield Preservation Fund Grant aims to support initiatives that preserve battlefields and related historic sites. This funding encourages planning and educational efforts, particularly those that engage new audiences in preservation activities. Eligible applicants include public agencies and nonprofits in specified states. Grants can be used for staff support, consultant fees, and educational materials. Applicants must provide a one-to-one match for funding, ensuring strong community involvement in preservation efforts.
Applications due Jul 2, 2026
Champlin Foundation Traditional Capital Requests
The Champlin Foundation
Animal Welfare - General
Art & Culture
Outdoor Recreation
Unspecified amount
The Champlin Foundation, a private funder established in 1932, has allocated over $705 million to support Rhode Island's nonprofit organizations through capital grants. Focusing on diverse sectors such as Arts, Education, and Healthcare, the Foundation aims to enhance the stability and growth of these organizations by funding essential equipment and facility needs. This targeted support is vital for long-term sustainability, addressing various community needs while prioritizing equity and inclusion in its grantmaking processes.
Pre proposal due Jul 16, 2026
Capacity Building Grants
The Rhode Island Community Foundation
Civic Engagement & Education
Climate Change Resilience & Equity
Equitable & Affordable Housing
Up to US $15,000
The Capacity Building Grant program, initiated by the Rhode Island Foundation, offers funding and technical assistance to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island. This program aims to address critical community priorities identified through extensive public engagement and research. By focusing on diversity, equity, inclusion, and access, the grant supports various activities, including strategic planning and operational improvements, enhancing the capacity of organizations to better serve their communities.
Pre proposal due Jul 16, 2026
RIF Community Priority Grants
The Rhode Island Community Foundation
Civic Engagement & Education
Health Care Access & Delivery
Climate Change Resilience & Equity
US $15,000 - US $150,000
The RIF Community Priority Grants, initiated by the Rhode Island Foundation, aim to enhance community well-being through targeted support to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island. These grants focus on addressing six identified community priorities, promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. By fostering collaboration and understanding community needs, the program seeks to empower local organizations to effectively respond to systemic inequities and support thriving communities for a better Rhode Island.
Pre proposal due Jul 16, 2026
RIF Capacity Building Grants
The Rhode Island Community Foundation
Civic Engagement & Education
Health Care Access & Delivery
Climate Change Resilience & Equity
Up to US $15,000
The Rhode Island Foundation's RIF Capacity Building Grants program supports 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Rhode Island. It aims to empower organizations that align with community priorities, focusing on diversity, equity, inclusion, and access (DEIA). Grants provide funding and technical assistance for strategic planning, business development, and operational improvements to enhance community impact. Proposals are evaluated based on need, readiness, and expected outcomes, ensuring a commitment to addressing systemic inequities in the region.
Applications due Aug 15, 2026
Equity Action Grants- Project and Capacity Building Grant
The Rhode Island Community Foundation
LGBTQIA+ Services
US $2,500 - US $10,000
The Equity Action Grants aim to foster social change and support LGBTQ Rhode Islanders by funding projects and capacity-building initiatives. Grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 are awarded annually to nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life within the community. Eligible applicants include all agencies serving LGBTQ needs, ensuring non-discrimination policies are in place. The Rhode Island Community Foundation, a private funder, administers these grants, with decisions typically made within 8-10 weeks.
Applications due Aug 22, 2026
Champions in Action Grant
Citizens Charitable Foundation
Community Services
Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases
Disability Care & Services
US $50,000
The Champions in Action Grant, offered by the Citizens Charitable Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York City, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Southern Florida. This funding, totaling $50,000, aims to empower nonprofits addressing social challenges through innovative solutions. With an application deadline extended to August 22, 2025, eligible organizations can gain not only financial support but also media coverage and volunteer assistance to enhance their community impact.
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
Gupta Family Foundation Grant
Gupta Family Foundation
Disaster Relief / Humanitarian Aid
Poverty Alleviation & Services
Human & Social Services
US $5,000 - US $250,000
The Gupta Family Foundation Grant aims to empower disadvantaged individuals by providing financial support to organizations that foster self-reliance. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, the foundation offers grants ranging from $5,000 to over $250,000, prioritizing smaller organizations with a strong commitment to their missions. Eligibility typically includes US-based IRS 501(c)(3) entities, with operations extending to countries like India and Kenya. The foundation emphasizes mission alignment and effective resource allocation to ensure maximum impact.
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Grant Sherburne Fund Grant
Uw Urania C Sherburne
Basic Human Needs
Health Care Access & Delivery
Community Health Education
Unspecified amount
The Grant Sherburne Fund, established in 1888, supports nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island focused on basic human needs such as food, shelter, and healthcare for underserved populations. The fund encourages proposals for operating and program support that align with its mission, while small capital expenses may be included. However, educational programs and support for startups are generally not funded. The grant aims to strengthen the nonprofit sector and enhance community well-being.
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Campership Requests
The Champlin Foundation
After School / Summer Educational Programs
Youth Services
Unspecified amount
The Champlin Foundation offers campership grants to support Rhode Island's tax-exempt organizations in providing financial assistance for children unable to afford summer camp. Since 1991, these grants have aimed to create equitable access to enriching camp experiences. The application portal opens on September 1st and closes on October 15th, with notifications by December and awards distributed by mid-January. This initiative continues the Foundation's long-standing commitment to community support and development.
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Unspecified amount
Insperity's Corporate Contributions program emphasizes community involvement and corporate citizenship, providing philanthropic grants and event sponsorships to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Eligible organizations must engage Insperity employees or contribute to the communities where they operate. The program aims to support nonprofits in achieving their service goals and enhancing community welfare. Applications must be submitted 90 days prior to events, and funding requests can be made once a year.
Applications due Jan 16, 2027
CF: Challenge Grants
The Champlin Foundation
Library Services
Art & Culture
Museums & Cultural Institutions
Unspecified amount
The Champlin Foundation offers Challenge Grants to Rhode Island-based nonprofits to leverage funding for matching donations. These grants are limited and require organizations to discuss their plans with the Foundation before submitting formal requests. Since its inception in 1932, the Foundation has invested nearly $725 million in capital projects, enhancing various sectors such as healthcare, education, and the arts, while fostering community engagement and supporting marginalized populations.
Applications due Mar 23, 2027
Hansen Family Foundation Grant
Hansen Family Foundation
Youth Services
Animal Welfare - General
Renewable/Sustainable Energy
Unspecified amount
The Hansen Family Foundation Grant seeks to empower organizations that uphold the American values of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Focused on diverse causes like children, education, animals, environmental conservation, humanitarian efforts, and arts, the foundation is committed to supporting initiatives that create positive change. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits, while political campaigns and organizations with high budgets or overheads are ineligible. This grant fosters impactful contributions to society.
Applications due Apr 2, 2027
Up to US $7,000
The Rhode Island State Council on the Arts offers Project Grants in Education to foster artistic engagement in schools and communities. These grants support schools, arts educators, and nonprofits in delivering high-quality arts education experiences. Aiming to enhance students' learning through art, the program encourages collaboration and creativity while ensuring equitable access for diverse communities. With funding up to $10,000 for organizations and $3,000 for individuals, these grants empower teaching artists and enrich Rhode Island's cultural landscape.
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grant
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Economic Services & Development
Homelessness Services
Food Access & Hunger
Unspecified amount
The O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing community welfare through philanthropic initiatives that support economic stability, workforce development, health services, and disaster relief. Established in 2020, the Foundation seeks to empower underrepresented individuals and organizations in the U.S. by addressing vital community needs. It particularly aims to provide assistance to nonprofits that foster positive change and improve quality of life for those in need, ensuring a lasting impact in local communities.
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Grant Insights : Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Rhode Island
Grant Availability
How common are grants in this category?
Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.
200+ Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Rhode Island grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.
37 Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Rhode Island over $25K in average grant size
26 Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Rhode Island over $50K in average grant size
32 Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Rhode Island supporting general operating expenses
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Grant Deadline Distribution
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Capacity Building grants for Nonprofits in Rhode Island?
Most grants are due in the first quarter.
Q1
25.9%
Q2
25.8%
Q3
24.5%
Q4
23.8%
Typical Funding Amounts
What's the typical grant amount funded for Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Rhode Island?
Grants are most commonly $7,500.
Average Grant Size
What's the typical amount funded for Rhode Island?
Grants are most commonly $86,633.
$86,633
Total Number of Grants
What's the total number of grants in Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Rhode Island year over year?
In 2024, funders in Rhode Island awarded a total of 5,217 grants.
2022 12,887
2023 12,156
2024 5,217
Top Grant Focus Areas
Among all the Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Rhode Island given out in Rhode Island, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.
1. Education
2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations
3. Human Services
Funding Over Time
How is funding for Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Rhode Island changing over time?
Funding has increased by -59.50%.
2022 $1,132,933,188
2023
$1,104,797,309
-2.48%
2024
$447,455,713
-59.50%
Rhode Island Counties That Receive the Most Funding
How does grant funding vary by county?
Providence County, Kent County, and Washington County receive the most funding.
| County | Total Grant Funding in 2024 |
|---|---|
| Providence County | $247,429,420 |
| Kent County | $94,438,372 |
| Washington County | $37,483,489 |
| Newport County | $24,352,444 |
| Bristol County | $6,152,677 |
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