AARP’s 2025 Community Challenge Grant Program Application Now Open

The 2025 AARP Community Challenge is an annual “quick-action” grant program that funds local projects that help make communities more livable for people of all ages. Learn more — and apply by Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 5 p.m. ET The AARP Community Challenge grant program has announced its 2025 funding cycle, offering communities across America…

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Age Friendly Funding Alert: Rhode Island Streets Transformation Project 2025

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) invites applications to apply for a Short-Term Funding Opportunity to implement a Rhode Island Streets Transformation Project (RISTP) Short-Term Project that showcases the benefits of community design to promote physical activity and active transportation for Rhode Islanders of all ages. Up to 9 awards will be made for…

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Upcoming Sessions from Leading Philanthropic Foundations

Philanthropic foundations are pivotal in addressing community needs and fostering positive change. This January, two notable organizations are hosting sessions to engage with the public and share their strategic visions for the future. Rhode Island Foundation’s Community Information Sessions The Rhode Island Foundation has spent over a year developing a new Five-Year Action Plan, refining…

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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…

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REMINDER: 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…

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Housing & 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…

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NADTC 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.…

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Funding 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…

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The 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)…

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AARP 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…

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