Rhode Island Foundation’s Basic Human Needs Grants Program (US)

Deadline: 11-Apr-25

The Rhode Island Foundation’s Basic Human Needs Grants Program support community agencies that provide emergency assistance to Rhode Islanders most in need.

Focus

• Grants are awarded to community-based programs that provide direct assistance, such as:
  • Food (food pantries, soup kitchens)
  • Clothing
  • Housing/rental assistance
  • Prescription assistance
  • Utilities assistance
  • Transportation assistance (bus passes, auto repairs)
  • Child care assistance for homeless families
  • Toiletries

Funding Information

• Grants of up to $5,000 are awarded to community-based programs.

Eligibility Criteria

• Basic Human Needs Grants support the launch of a new program or support of an established program. For established programs, the Basic Human Needs grant funding cannot be the only source of funding.
• Organizations can receive one Basic Human Needs grant per year.
• Please note that Basic Human Needs grant funding will prioritize volunteer-based organizations that have minimal operational budgets.
• Site visits may be conducted.

Ineligibility Criteria

• The program does not support:
  • Individuals
  • Out-of-state agencies
  • Distribution of products or services to other nonprofits

For more information, visit Rhode Island Foundation.