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Rhode Island Humanities Grants

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The John Clarke Trust Fund
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The John Clarke Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

Oct 9, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island, particularly those focused on education and human services, with a preference for initiatives on Aquidneck Island and a commitment to helping individuals who uphold strong moral values.

Education
Nonprofits
Lloyd G. Balfour Foundation Grant Program
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Lloyd G. Balfour Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding for educational scholarships for Balfour Company employees and their families, as well as support for organizations serving the Attleboro community and educational initiatives across New England, particularly for underserved populations.

Education
Nonprofits
American Doctoral Fellowship
$25,000
American Association of University Women
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 19, 2026

This fellowship provides financial support to women pursuing their first doctoral degree in various fields, with a focus on promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in academia.

Education
Individuals
The Japan Foundation New York Grant for Arts and Culture
$5,000
The Japan Foundation New York
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based non-profit organizations to support projects that promote Japanese arts and culture, particularly in areas with limited access to such events.

Arts
Nonprofits
Bliss, Gross, Horowitz Fund Grant
$10,000
Rhode Island Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 11, 2025

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to charitable Jewish community organizations in the greater Providence area to support projects that enhance community service, cultural understanding, and essential services for all Rhode Islanders.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Responsive Grants
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Rhode Island Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations addressing urgent community needs or innovative projects, with awards starting at $10,000 for initiatives that demonstrate strong potential for positive impact.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Herbert and Louise Whitney Fund Community Preservation Grants Program
$1,250
Historic New England
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 17, 2024

This program provides funding to organizations in New England for projects that preserve and share the diverse histories of their communities through the conservation of buildings, landscapes, and collections.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Houses of Worship
$300,000
The Champlin Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for exterior repairs and improvements to historically significant houses of worship in Rhode Island, ensuring their preservation for future generations.

Humanities
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Rhode Island Supreme Court Historical Society Fund Grant
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Rhode Island Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 14, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island for projects that preserve and promote the history of the state's Supreme Court and judicial system.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Nonprofits
Harry M., Miriam C. and William C. Horton Grant Program
$10,000
Harry M., Miriam C. and William C. Horton Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2024

This fund provides financial support for projects in Rhode Island that meet basic needs like food, shelter, and healthcare, with grants ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 for one year.

Education
Nonprofits
National Trust Preservation Funds (NTPF)
$5,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits and public agencies in designated U.S. states to initiate and promote community-driven historic preservation projects.

Community Development
Nonprofits
benefit Charitable, & Religious Purposes in Rhode Island
$10,000
Harry M. Miriam C. and William C. Horton Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2024

This fund provides financial support to Rhode Island-based organizations for projects that address basic needs like food, shelter, and healthcare, as well as arts, education, and human services.

Education
County governments
Museums for America Program
$300,000
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2026

This grant provides funding to museums and related organizations across the U.S. for projects that enhance public education, community engagement, and the stewardship of collections.

Education
Nonprofits