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Grants for Rhode Island Nonprofits & 501(c)(3) Organizations

Explore 1,472 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for nonprofit organizations, including 501(c)(3) public charities, community organizations, faith-based initiatives, and NGOs operating in Rhode Island. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives spanning 61 grant categories and beyond, updated daily.

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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations for Wildlife Conservation Projects

Deadline: 07/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations for conservation projects and research. Funding is primarily intended for projects related to marine species and parrots, with a focus on endangered species and efforts to conserve biodiversity. Priority is gi...

GrantWatch ID#: 221900
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Grants to USA Investigators to Mitigate the Loss of Federal Research Funding

Deadline: 07/30/26

Grants to USA investigators, IHEs, hospitals, and research institutions to mitigate the loss of federal research funding. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support research projects associated ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223698

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Trials

Deadline: 08/13/26 LOI Date: 07/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit and nonprofit organizations, public entities, and IHEs for clinical trials for multiple sclerosis products, medications, and devices. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete required registrations ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229233

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Multiple Sclerosis Research

Deadline: 08/13/26 LOI Date: 07/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit and nonprofit organizations, public entities, and IHEs for innovative Multiple Sclerosis research. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full proposal...

GrantWatch ID#: 229234

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for High-Impact MS Research

Deadline: 08/13/26 LOI Date: 07/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit and nonprofit organizations, public entities, and IHEs for high-impact Multiple Sclerosis research. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full proposa...

GrantWatch ID#: 229235
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Grants to USA Investigators for Synthetic Plant Biology Research

Deadline: 07/30/26

Grants to USA investigators affiliated with IHEs, research facilities, and research institutes for research related to synthetic plant biology. Funding is intended for projects that apply engineering techniques and principles to advance the understanding of plant ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229996
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Cooperative Agreement to a USA IHE, Nonprofit, or For-Profit for Corrections Staff Training

Deadline: 07/30/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA IHE or nonprofit or for-profit organization for training for corrections staff. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for a training program, resources, and technic...

GrantWatch ID#: 230494

Grants to USA and International Entities for Manufacturing Workforce Training Initiatives

Deadline: 08/25/26 LOI Date: 07/30/26

Grants to USA and International for-profit and nonprofit organizations, schools, and IHEs for workforce training initiatives in eligible regions. Applicants must take an eligibility quiz and register before applying. Funding is intended for addressing training gap...

GrantWatch ID#: 230551

Grant to a USA Nonprofit to Improve Veteran Outcomes

Deadline: 08/25/26 LOI Date: 07/30/26

Grant to a USA nonprofit organization to improve the physical health, mental health, and social connection of veterans and active military members. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for programs t...

GrantWatch ID#: 230612

Fellowships to USA Postdoctoral Researchers for Research Related to Cardiac Health

Deadline: 08/05/26 Conference Date: 07/30/26

Fellowships to USA postdoctoral researchers affiliated with nonprofit institutions for research related to cardiac health. Funding is intended to enable applicants to develop academic careers in research alongside fulfilling clinical service commitments. Applicant...

GrantWatch ID#: 185142
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Grants to USA Organizations for Programs Serving Armenian-American Youth

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA organizations to benefit Armenian youth in America. Eligible types of programming include camping, athletic, educational, and cultural activities. The purpose of funding is to promote connection and instill knowledge and appreciation of Armenian cult...

GrantWatch ID#: 142791
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Grants to Rhode Island Agencies to Enhance Emergency Preparedness

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Rhode Island local, tribal, and state governments to improve emergency preparedness capabilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to support personnel salaries, planning, trainin...

GrantWatch ID#: 143340
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and Tribes for Programming to Improve Workforce Safety

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, including community and faith-based organizations, labor unions, employer associations, IHEs, and tribal entities to provide educational programs and training related to occupational safety. Applicants are advised that requir...

GrantWatch ID#: 154628
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Grant to a USA Investigator for Research to Assess Physical Therapy Treatment Effectiveness

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grant of $40,000 to a USA emerging investigator affiliated with a qualifying institution or organization for research to assess the clinical effectiveness of interventions in physical therapy within any relevant discipline. Funding is intended to support studies t...

GrantWatch ID#: 157578
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Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits for Sustainable Energy Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations, businesses, academic institutions, municipalities, and state agencies for facility upgrades that promote sustainable energy usage. Funding is intended to support large-scale commercial projects. Grant funds may be us...

GrantWatch ID#: 159535
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Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Improve the Lives of Children in Need

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Maine, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont nonprofit organizations for activities that improve the lives of children. Funding is intended to support programs and services that address the educational, medical, and critica...

GrantWatch ID#: 171487
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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects that Protect Oceans and Improve Water Quality

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA public charitable organizations in eligible watershed regions for projects that preserve and enhance oceanic ecosystems, improve water quality, and protect the environment. Funding is intended for a wide range of projects and activit...

GrantWatch ID#: 171563
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Grant to a USA Investigator for Research on Acute Care Physical Therapy

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grant of $80,000 to a USA investigator affiliated with a qualifying institution or organization for research to enhance knowledge related to acute care physical therapy. Funding is intended to support studies that evaluate the interaction between therapeutic metho...

GrantWatch ID#: 171663
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In-Kind Grants to USA Organizations for Lacrosse Equipment and Instructional Materials

Deadline: 07/31/26

In-kind grants to USA youth-serving organizations for equipment and curriculum materials to enhance participation in the sport of lacrosse. Selected recipients will receive a set of equipment, including lacrosse balls, sticks, cones, and goals, in addition to inst...

GrantWatch ID#: 173934
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Grants to USA Nonprofits to Improve the Lives of At-Risk Military Veterans

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to improve the lives of injured military veterans and their families. Funding is intended to support a range of services and programs including, but not limited to, therapeutic and recreational activities, career training and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179275
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Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits for Activities that Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for charitable activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and projects that improve the quality of life for residents and preserve local history. Eligible activi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180764

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Faith-Based Organizations to Benefit Local Communities...

Deadline: 09/15/26 LOI Date: 07/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and faith-based organizations for activities that benefit communities across a broad range of focus areas, with an emphasis on geographic locations where family members of the funding source reside. Appli...

GrantWatch ID#: 181847
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Grants to USA Nonprofits to Assist Military Veterans Seeking Careers in Agriculture

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to provide workforce development opportunities for military veterans in rural areas. Applicants must complete required registrations and contact the funding source prior to submitting a proposal. The purpose of this program is...

GrantWatch ID#: 182599
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and Tribes to Develop Workplace Safety Training Programs

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $95,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, including community and faith-based organizations, labor unions, employer associations, IHEs, and tribal entities to develop educational materials related to occupational safety. Applicants are advised that r...

GrantWatch ID#: 186007
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, local and state government agencies, and public schools in multiple states to benefit local communities in the funding source's service area. Priority is given to programs that provide services to individuals with low- to mod...

GrantWatch ID#: 188042
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Grants to Rhode Island Agencies, Tribes, and School Districts to Address Security Issues

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Rhode Island state and local agencies, tribes, and school districts to address issues related to homeland security. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to support strategies to preve...

GrantWatch ID#: 191829
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Grants to USA and Canada Institutions and Organizations for Educational Programs

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA and Canada institutions and organizations to advance medical education activities for the benefit of researchers and healthcare professionals. Eligible focus areas include multiple sclerosis, lupus, kidney transplantation, and Friedreich ataxia. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 193612
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Grant to a USA Emerging Investigator for Physical Therapy Treatment Research

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grant of $40,000 to a USA emerging investigator affiliated with a qualifying institution or organization for research related to physical therapy treatments for patients with musculoskeletal conditions. Funding is intended to support studies that explore clinical ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195466
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Grant to a USA Early-Career Investigator for a High-Risk Physical Therapy Project

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grant of up to $40,000 to a USA early-career investigator affiliated with an organization or institution for an innovative project related to physical therapy treatments. Funding is intended to support high-risk research that has the potential for high impact and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195467
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Grants to USA and Canada Entities to Advance Patient and Caregiver Education

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA and Canada organizations and institutions to advance patient education. Funding is intended to support educational activities for patients and caregivers. Eligible proposals have focus areas that include multiple sclerosis, lupus, kidney transplantat...

GrantWatch ID#: 197573
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Grants to USA and Canada Organizations and Institutions for Medical Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA and Canada organizations and institutions for projects and programs related to multiple sclerosis, lupus, kidney transplantation, and Friedreich ataxia. Funding is intended for activities that drive innovations in science, meet unaddressed patient ne...

GrantWatch ID#: 197585

Grants to USA Nonprofit and Educational Institutions for Scientific Research Projects

Deadline: 09/18/26 LOI Date: 07/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit and educational institutions for scientific research projects. Applicants must complete required registrations and submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Currently funded projects include those in the fields of neuro...

GrantWatch ID#: 200019

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Advance Diversity in the Fields of Entrepreneurship and Investments

Deadline: 10/16/26 LOI Date: 07/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to advance diversity in entrepreneurship and investments. Applicants must submit an expression of interest before applying. Funding is intended to empower a more diverse group of investors through five key areas: regional revi...

GrantWatch ID#: 201347
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Grants to USA and International Nonprofits to Benefit Disadvantaged Individuals

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for initiatives that benefit disadvantaged individuals and that provide emergency disaster relief. Funding is intended for a broad range of activities that help individuals become self-suf...

GrantWatch ID#: 203462
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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs to Enhance Equity in Maternal Healthcare

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs to enhance equity in healthcare and improve maternal and child health. Funding is intended to support initiatives that reduce maternal morbidity and mortality and reduce the rates of both preterm births and cesare...

GrantWatch ID#: 204624
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In-Kind Grants of Sporting Goods to USA Organizations and Individuals for Lacrosse Gear

Deadline: 07/31/26

In-kind grants of sporting goods to USA youth-serving organizations, teams, groups, and individuals for lacrosse-related sports gear. The purpose of the program is to ensure that the equipment required to play will be both accessible and affordable for all. Succes...

GrantWatch ID#: 204773
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Grant to a USA Investigator for Research on School-Based Physical Therapy

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grant of $40,000 to a USA investigator or group of investigators for research related to school-based physical therapy. Funding is intended for research related to treatments for students with disabilities. Priority will be given to proposals having the most immed...

GrantWatch ID#: 208668
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Cooperative Agreements to USA Nonprofits and IHEs for Food Benefit Payment Solutions

Deadline: 07/31/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA, Guam, and US Virgin Islands nonprofit organization or institution of higher education to develop and implement a direct marketing plan for farmers and nutrition assistance families. Applicants are advised that required registrations...

GrantWatch ID#: 209910
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and Laboratories for Expe...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and international nonprofit organizations, colleges and universities, government agencies, and laboratories to cover expenses related to conferences, scientific meetings, and workshops that address aging. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 212478
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Grants to USA Youth Sports Organizations to Foster Diversity and Accessibility in Lacrosse

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA youth-serving sports organizations to foster diversity and accessibility in the sport of lacrosse. Funding is intended for projects to enable individuals with disabilities to participate as well as for projects that promote accessibility and inclusiv...

GrantWatch ID#: 213489
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Grant to a USA Investigator for Research to Improve Physical Therapy Treatments

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grant of $40,000 to a USA investigator affiliated with a qualifying institution or organization for research to improve physical therapy treatments for patients with heart and lung diseases. Priority will be given to research having the most immediate clinical app...

GrantWatch ID#: 213965
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Grant to a USA Emerging Investigator for Clinical Physical Therapy Efficacy Research

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grant of $40,000 to a USA emerging investigator affiliated with a qualifying institution or organization for research related to clinical physical therapy. Funding is intended to support studies that focus on the efficacy of physical therapy services as well as on...

GrantWatch ID#: 213967
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Grants to USA Organizations for Professional Training for Lacrosse Coaches and Officials

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA youth-serving organizations to support professional development for lacrosse coaches and officials. Funding is intended to assist with expenses in attending a program that will enhance skills and provide networking opportunities and leadership traini...

GrantWatch ID#: 215118
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Grants to USA Nonprofits Focused on Housing Issues for Projects to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations focused on housing issues for projects that will benefit the local community. Eligible nonprofits must be nominated by a title industry professional. Applicants should have a proven history of community service projects, in pa...

GrantWatch ID#: 215438
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Grants to USA Nonprofit and Faith-Based Organizations for Community Benefit Initiatives

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA qualifying nonprofit and faith-based organizations for community benefit initiatives. Funding is intended for a wide range of programs that assist those in need. High priority is given to organizations that provide services to children. Eligible appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 215932

Grants and Technical Assistance to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Food Access

Deadline: 10/30/26 LOI Date: 07/31/26

Grants and technical assistance to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, Tribal agencies and organizations, and government agencies for projects to increase food access in underserved regions. Applicants must submit a funding inquiry form and complete ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216794
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Grants to USA Nonprofits that Work with Communities on Social and Environmental Justice for Ca...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA and territories nonprofit organizations that work in the fields of environmental justice, sustainability, and climate solutions for capacity-building support. Applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217056
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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects that Protect the Ecosystem and Water Resources

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects that protect the ecosystem and water resources. Funding is intended to promote resiliency in the face of climate change, while protecting the quality of local watersheds and using natural resources...

GrantWatch ID#: 219587
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Research Projects and Educational Prog...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to support research and education related to cancer. Funding is intended for research projects focusing on cancer causes, care, and treatment, as well as for educational programs on cancer prevention...

GrantWatch ID#: 219854
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Grant to a USA Investigator for Research on Physical Therapy in Primary Care Settings

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grant of $40,000 to a USA investigator affiliated with a qualifying institution or organization for research related to physical therapy in primary care settings. Funding is intended for studies related to access to care, utilization of physical therapy by primary...

GrantWatch ID#: 219894
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