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Member News | 09.26

Governor McKee, RIDE, RISCA Release Report Linking Consistent Arts Education Participation with Lower Absenteeism | RISCA

A new statistical review commissioned by the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts found a strong link between sustained arts education participation and…

Member News | 09.26

Nearly half of RI households struggle to afford basics, new United Way report finds

(Reposted from WPRI, Article by Barbara Ron) — Nearly half of Rhode Island households are struggling…

Member News | 08.26

Nonprofits receive $5.4 million in grants from the Rhode Island Foundation

The funding represents the third round of grants awarded through the Foundation’s new Community Priority and…

Member News | 05.26

Rhode Island Nonprofits Receive Over $12.1 Million from The Champlin Foundation

The Foundation has provided grants to more than 100 organizations delivering critical support to RI communities.

Member News | 05.26

BankNewport Charitable Foundation Awards More Than $470,000 in Spring 2026 Grants

This funding supports nearly 50 nonprofit organizations across Rhode Island.

Member News | 04.26

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island Releases 2025 Mission Report

BCBSRI took innovative, collaborative approaches to helping members and neighbors navigate a challenging year in healthcare.

Member News | 03.26

Call to apply: Citizens’ Champions in Action award for Building AI Readiness and Capacity for Nonprofits

Through this program, Citizens supports organizations that address the needs of our diverse neighborhoods and communities.

Member News | 01.26

BankNewport Highlights 2025 Community Investment

BankNewport is pleased to announce more than $1.75 million in giving throughout Rhode Island.

Member News | 11.25

Nearly 100 Nonprofits Receive $11.2 Million in Champlin Support

In 2025, Champlin Foundation grants reached 30 cities and towns and 17 statewide organizations.

Member News | 07.25

Nonprofits receive $6.1 million in grants for food, housing, health care across the state

This round of grants is the first awarded in alignment with the Foundation’s 5-Year Action Plan.

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