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Find similar grantsEquity Action Grants is sponsored by Rhode Island Foundation. Supports organizations serving Rhode Island’s LGBTQ+ communities with programmatic and capacity-building funding.
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RI Foundation | Equity Action Grants Grant deadline: August 13, 2026 The Equity Action Fund supports organizations providing services for Rhode Island’s LGBTQ+ communities. Both programmatic and capacity building funding are awarded annually. Nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organizations located or delivering services in the state of Rhode Island.
We also recognize there are entities and efforts without a 501(c)(3) IRS designation that align with this funding opportunity. Given that, we will also consider grant applications from groups using a fiscal sponsor with a 501(c)(3) IRS designation. Equity Action awards do not fund individuals, scholarships, or endowment efforts, fundraising events, or campaigns to elect candidates to public office.
Support for capital projects is largely excluded as well, unless it is limited to equipment needs where there is a demonstrated programmatic benefit. Grants may support faith-based organizations for secular programs or projects. Program Priorities and Goals All agencies and associations proposing to serve the needs of Rhode Island’s LGBTQ+ communities are encouraged to apply, whether or not the agency is LGBTQ+-focused.
We strongly encourage applications from all-volunteer and grassroots organizations. Equity Action funds a variety of initiatives including, but not limited to: Increasing advocacy capacity to address policy issues that affect the LGBTQ+ community (statewide or at the local level). Developing skills and processes to build effective partnerships, coalitions, and alliances to increase program operation and effectiveness.
Providing community education. In 2025, grant awards ranged from $2,500 to $10,000, depending on availability of funds and scope of work. Organizations can receive one project or capacity building grant award from this program per year.
Please submit a completed application, together with the following, via our online grants portal : Most recent Board-approved organizational budget . A list of the current board of directors for the applicant organization. IRS 501(c)(3) Tax Determination Letter (not a tax-exempt certificate) Required only if your organization has never applied to the Rhode Island Foundation for funding.
If an organization is serving as the fiscal agent for this project, please submit the IRS 501(c) tax determination letter for the fiscal agent. A scope of work (this applies only to organizations requesting funding for consultant services). The deadline to apply for this grant program is Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 3pm.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organizations located or delivering services in Rhode Island. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $2,500 - $10,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was August 13, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Equity Action Grants is funded by Rhode Island Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Rhode Island. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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Rhode Island Foundation's Neighborhood Grants Program is sponsored by Rhode Island Foundation. This program provides grants to local libraries, neighborhood groups, and nonprofit organizations for proposals that bring people together as a community. Projects may include community-building activities, creating accessible public spaces, and preserving cultural traditions. Proposals must deliver visible results within 12 months and have a lasting impact.
Neighborhood Grants is sponsored by Rhode Island Foundation. Neighborhood Grants support projects that bring Rhode Islanders together, including local libraries, neighborhood groups, and nonprofit organizations. The program targets resident-led, community-making efforts that foster social networks, strengthen lasting relationships, elevate shared public spaces as vital community anchors, help identify goals, solve problems or make group decisions; and celebrate traditions that connect people and promote volunteerism and arts and cultural activities.
Arts in Academics Grants is sponsored by Rhode Island Foundation. This fund supports educational projects that integrate art disciplines into other core academic subjects. While literacy projects are generally not funded, they may be considered if exceptionally creative and include other core academic subjects. Projects should create collaborations among artists and educators and promote the arts as an integral part of the learning process.