The Rhode Island Community Foundation
Providence, Rhode Island · EIN 222604963 · Private foundation
Based in Providence, Rhode Island, The Rhode Island Community Foundation has awarded $291.3M across 6,021 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to United Way of Rhode Island. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Rhode Island Community Foundation funds
The Rhode Island Community Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, civil rights & social justice, education, environment & conservation, faith-based (christian), and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families, hispanic communities, older adults, veterans, women girls.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Way of Rhode Island OTHER (PRIMARY) | Providence, RI | $5.0M | 2024 |
| United Way of Rhode Island OTHER | Providence, RI | $4.9M | 2023 |
| United Way of Rhode Island GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Providence, RI | $4.1M | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from The Rhode Island Community Foundation
The Rhode Island Community Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at rifoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Rhode Island Community Foundation
- Does The Rhode Island Community Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Rhode Island Community Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Rhode Island Community Foundation fund?
- The Rhode Island Community Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include United Way of Rhode Island. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Rhode Island Community Foundation give in grants?
- The Rhode Island Community Foundation reported $74.6M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $291.3M over 6,021 grants.
- Where is The Rhode Island Community Foundation located?
- The Rhode Island Community Foundation is based in Providence, Rhode Island. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 222604963.
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