The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) announced the first round of recommended awards for fiscal year 2023, with more than $34 million in funding to support the arts nationwide. Eight organizations from Rhode Island received grants totaling $160,000. This is the first of the NEA’s two major grant announcements each fiscal year and includes…
Rhode Island Foundation’s Black Philanthropy Bannister Fund Awards $110,000 for Services to RI’s Black Community
Nonprofits serving the state’s Black community have received nearly $110,000 in grants through the Black Philanthropy Bannister Fund at the Rhode Island Foundation. The fund, established in 2007 to address the needs of the Black community in Rhode Island, supports nonprofits that offer youth development and mentoring, promote the history and achievements of Blacks in Rhode…
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island Celebrate 20 Years of Grants with $740,000 in Housing-related Health Equity Grants
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island caps 20 years of community grants with $740,000 for organizations addressing health inequities tied to housing Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) awarded $740,000 in 2023 — $335,000 in grants to five organizations that improve access to safe, stable, and affordable housing throughout Rhode…
Point32Health Provides $700,000 to New England Food Banks; Giving Tuesday Contributions Total Over $800,000
Point32Health Foundation announced today grants totaling $700,000 to seven food banks in New England. Each organization will receive $100,000 to increase capacity to respond to the growing community need for emergency food support. These investments support general operations, including staff salaries, the purchase of fresh and non-perishable food, and fuel costs for distribution. Funds also…
Blue Cross Invests $1.5 Million to Support Expanded 2-1-1
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island Commits $1.5 Million to Expand Impact of 211, Improve Social Determinants of Health As part of an effort to improve the health of all Rhode Islanders, United Way of Rhode Island has upgraded the capabilities of its 211 service with a focus on linking health and social…
Hurricane Relief Efforts — Florida and Puerto Rico
There are many ways to support those who have been affected by the devastation of Hurricane Fiona and Hurricane Ian. FLORIDA RELIEF EFFORTS United Ways United Way of Charlotte County United Way Suncoast United Way of South Sarasota County As the work continues to assess damage and needs, United Way Worldwide will update funds accordingly…