Grant Funding
Point32Health Named One of Rhode Island’s Most Charitable Companies
In an acknowledgment of its community impact, Point32Health has been recognized as one of the most philanthropic companies in Rhode Island. This distinction, highlighted in Providence Business News, celebrates businesses that contribute significantly to local communities through charitable giving and corporate initiatives. View the Providence Business News’ top corporate givers list. Point32Health Foundation has been…
Read MoreREMINDER: Register for info session on equity in aging and 2025 grantmaking
In this webinar, Point32Health Foundation will share its progress in creating a more equitable future for older adults. Learn how they are partnering with communities to address the root causes of health disparities and dismantle systemic barriers. Date: Thursday, May 30 Time: 1 – 2:30 p.m. Location: Virtual Why focus on equity in aging? During…
Read MoreHousing & Support Grants Available! Apply Now for RICoC Funding
The Rhode Island Continuum of Care is requesting proposal(s) from qualified nonprofit organizations and/or local government agencies for new project applications for the 2024 Continuum of Care Program Competition. The CoC seeks projects that can make maximum efficient, economical, and effective use of the prospective allocation of the United States Department of Housing and Urban…
Read MoreNADTC Transportation Grant Opportunity for Rural Communities!
The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center recently announced a new community grant opportunity, the 2024 Rural Community Innovations Transportation Planning Grant. Here’s a brief rundown of the details Agencies can apply for up to $35,000 to engage in planning activities to identify transportation barriers, consider current and future community needs, and create or strengthen multi-sector collaborative partnerships.…
Read MoreFunding Alert: Empower Your Community With a $10,000 Grant from RI Foundation
The Rhode Island Foundation is extending grants of up to $10,000 to local libraries, neighborhood groups, and nonprofits aiming to foster community bonds, with a deadline set for March 22nd. President and CEO David N. Cicilline encourages proposals that enrich life quality, strengthen relationships, invigorate neighborhoods, and bolster community ties. The 2024 Community Grants…
Read MoreThe 2024 AARP Community Challenge Is On!
The AARP Community Challenge provides small grants to fund quick-action projects that can help communities become more livable for people of all ages. In 2024, the AARP Community Challenge will be accepting applications for three different grant opportunities (Flagship, Capacity Building, and Demonstration). Important Dates January 10: Application window opens. January 31: Optional Q&A Webinar 2 p.m. (ET)…
Read MoreAARP challenge grants include four RI organizations
AARP announced the winners of its 2023 Community Challenge. Grants totaling more than $3.6 million will support 310 projects across the country and will support rural and urban communities to be great places to grow up and grow older. The four local organizations receiving grants are: Newport: Bike Newport This project will support Cycling Without…
Read More2023 AARP Community Challenge
The AARP Community Challenge provides small grants to fund quick-action projects that can help communities become more livable for people of all ages. Since the program’s debut in 2017, AARP has awarded $12.7 million through over 1,060 grants. Projects have been completed across all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin…
Read MoreNotice of Grant Opportunity with OHA & EOHHS for the Person-Centered Options Counseling (PCOC) pilot program
The Office of Healthy Aging is part of the multi- year, interagency, No Wrong Door Initiative team led by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS). The No Wrong Door Initiatives focuses on redesigning the State’s system of long-term services and support (LTSS) to improve consumer access and choice. One of the centerpieces…
Read MoreAARP to fund 244 quick-action projects will help make communities more livable for people of all ages
For the fifth annual AARP Community Challenge, AARP received more than 3,500 applications from nonprofits and government entities, resulting in a highly competitive selection process. The projects need to be completed by November 10, 2021. Nearly $3.2 million is being distributed to fund 244 quick-action projects across the country, helping urban, rural and suburban communities…
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