Basic Human Needs Grants support community agencies that provide emergency assistance to Rhode Islanders most in need.
Donor Name: Rhode Island Foundation
State: Rhode Island
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/11/2025
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Basic Human Needs grant funding will prioritize volunteer-based organizations that have minimal operational budgets. Grants of up to $5,000 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.
Ineligibility
The program does not support:
- Individuals
- Out-of-state agencies
- Distribution of products or services to other nonprofits.
For more information, visit RIF.
