The Rhode Island Foundation

College Visions, Pawtucket Citizens Development Corporation named inaugural winners of INE Best Practice Awards

jeancohoon — Thu, 17 May 2012 11:38:00 GMT

The Rhode Island Foundation’s Initiative for Non Profit Excellence (INE) announced College Visions and the Pawtucket Citizens Development Corporation as the inaugural winners of the Best Practice Awards.

Rhode Island Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation make $1.8 million commitment to The Learning Community to spur reading achievement

jeancohoon — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:34:00 GMT

The Rhode Island Foundation and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation today announced grants totaling $1.8 million to expand The Learning Community’s nationally-recognized professional development work in reading for free to five area public elementary schools.

Foundation Names Inaugural Innovation Fellows

jeancohoon — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 07:51:00 GMT

Two pioneering ideas - created by Soren Ryherd and Allan Tear - to fuel job creation and economic growth in Rhode Island have been selected as the inaugural winners of the Rhode Island Innovation Fellowship.

Our newest leadership initiative: The Civic Leadership Fund

jeancohoon — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 09:49:00 GMT

To maximize impact, at times the Foundation goes beyond traditional grantmaking to influence critical or emerging issues in our state. Learn more about moving Rhode Island forward.

Foundation announces three new officers

jeancohoon — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:01:00 GMT

President and CEO Neil Steinberg has announced the appointment of three new staff members at the Foundation. Mary-Kim Arnold, Deborah Baum, and Pamela Boylan are joining the departments of grant programs, communications and marketing, and development, respectively.

Three local musicians awarded MacColl Johnson Fellowships

jeancohoon — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 13:35:00 GMT

Three Rhode Island-based musicians have been named recipients of prestigious MacColl Johnson Fellowships from the Foundation. Brian Knoth, Daniel Schleifer, and Sidy Maiga will receive $25,000 each – one of the largest no strings awards to artists in the United States.

Foundation receives $350,000 grant from Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island to Physician Loan Forgiveness Program

jeancohoon — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:36:00 GMT

Foundation President and CEO Neil D. Steinberg has announced that Blue Cross Blue & Shield of Rhode Island, an original Foundation partner in the Rhode Island Educational Loan Repayment Program for Primary Care Providers, has made an additional $350,000 grant to the program.

'Leading is a civic calling...and a duty for all citizens'

jeancohoon — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 14:09:00 GMT

In this Providence Business News guest column, Foundation President & CEO Neil D. Steinberg asks you to "Imagine a place where people with diverse interests, backgrounds and means come together...Now imagine that the place is our collective community - the state of Rhode Island..."

Law Professor Jorge O. Elorza joins Foundation board

jeancohoon — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:40:00 GMT

Roger Williams University School of Law Professor Jorge O. Elorza is the newest Foundation board member, having been appointed by Governor Lincoln D. Chafee.

Historic grant celebrates partnership of labor and management to turn around Providence schools

jeancohoon — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:21:00 GMT

On February 7, 2012, the Foundation announced a $100,000 grant to support the creation of United Providence (UP!), a unique labor-management compact between the Providence Public School District and the Providence Teachers Union, AFT Local 958.

Foundation awards year-end emergency grants totaling $300K

jeancohoon — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:31:00 GMT

The Foundation today announced $300,000 in year-end grants to help organizations providing emergency assistance to Rhode Island families and individuals and to inspire others to give.

Daniel Kertzner appointed vice president for grant programs

jeancohoon — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:36:00 GMT

Foundation President and CEO Neil Steinberg has announced that after a national search, Daniel Kertzner, grant programs officer, has been appointed vice president for grant programs.

Learn about our newest resource for nonprofits: The Exchange

jeancohoon — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:49:00 GMT

The Nonprofit Resource Exchange is an online resource for nonprofits that have something to share and those that are looking for a shared resource.

Seeking individuals with ambitious ideas for Rhode Island

jeancohoon — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:41:00 GMT

New Rhode Island Innovation Fellowship will award $100k/year for three years to solve challenges within Rhode Island

UnitedHealthcare provides $250,000 grant to The Rhode Island Foundation to help improve access to primary health care

jhull@rifoundation.org — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Grant supports the Foundation’s loan forgiveness program

Foundation announces promotions of four employees

jeancohoon — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 13:30:00 GMT

"These promotions recognize the hard work and dedication of four outstanding employees," said Foundation President and CEO Neil Steinberg.

Foundation awards $81,500 to RI artist-educators

jeancohoon — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 08:21:00 GMT

Sixteen Rhode Island artist-educators received fellowships from the Antonio Cirino Memorial Fund at the Foundation to pursue graduate degrees to teach the arts.

Foundation announces $3.4M in second quarter discretionary grants

jeancohoon — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 11:02:00 GMT

The Foundation has granted a total of $4,627,108 in discretionary grants this year and a total of $12.5 million so far in 2011 from all funds.

Our 2010 Annual Report is now available online

jeancohoon — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:38:00 GMT

Learn how the Foundation - with generous Rhode Islanders and dedicated nonprofit leaders - is working to meet the needs of the people of Rhode Island.

Newport County Fund announces 2011 small grant award recipients

jeancohoon — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 14:15:00 GMT

The Newport County Fund, through its small grants program, has awarded $110,144 to 16 local nonprofit organizations.

Foundation honors community leaders at annual meeting

jeancohoon — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 11:26:00 GMT

Watch the videos about our honorees, Dotty and Sandy McCulloch, James V. Aukerman, and Bert Crenca/AS220.

Foundation announces first quarter strategy grants

jeancohoon — Wed, 18 May 2011 16:16:00 GMT

The Rhode Island Foundation has awarded 14 competitive strategy grants totaling $565,028 to local nonprofit agencies during the first quarter of 2011.

Foundation announces inaugural Beatrice S. Demers Fellows

jeancohoon — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 08:24:00 GMT

Nineteen individuals receive awards totaling $187,000. for foreign language study.

Mary W.C. Daly and Edward O. Handy III join Foundation board

jeancohoon — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 15:51:00 GMT

Mary W.C. “Polly” Daly of Providence and Edward O. “Ned” Handy III of East Greenwich have been elected to five-year terms on the Foundation board of directors.

Foundation, Alpert Medical School, Lifespan launch new initiative

jeancohoon — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 09:20:00 GMT

Program seeks primary care physicians to lead and inspire future colleagues

A note from the president and chief executive officer

jeancohoon — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 08:56:00 GMT

Neil D. Steinberg shares Foundation’s 2010 investment returns

Foundation awards MacColl Johnson Fellowships to three visual artists

jeancohoon — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 13:54:00 GMT

Three Rhode Island-based visual artists - Liz Collins, Ellen Driscoll, and Lynne Harlow - have been named recipients of prestigious MacColl Johnson Fellowships.

Foundation's Initiative for Nonprofit Excellence welcomes 13 Fellows

jeancohoon — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:20:00 GMT

The Rhode Island Foundation and the Initiative for Nonprofit Excellence (INE) have announced 13 new Fellows for 2011.

Foundation grants record amount to nonprofit organizations in 2010

jeancohoon — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 14:45:00 GMT

The Rhode Island Foundation granted a record $29.2 million in 2010, the largest annual amount in the community foundation’s 95-year history.

Marie J. Langlois named to Foundation board of directors

jeancohoon — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 12:21:00 GMT

Retired managing director of Washington Trust Investors joins 13-member board.

IRA charitable rollover extension includes an extra gift

jeancohoon — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 09:01:00 GMT

Eligible gifts made by January 31 to be treated as 2010 donations.

'At this season, help R.I. organizations help your neighbors'

jeancohoon — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 09:04:38 GMT

Read the Providence Journal op-ed by Foundation President & CEO Neil D. Steinberg

Foundation awards ‘surprise’ emergency grants

host — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 17:30:00 GMT

Twelve organizations, coalitions receive total of $300,000.

"Rhode Island: The State of Hope? A Portrait of Poverty"

jeancohoon — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 09:13:11 GMT

Listen to this Rhode Island Community Forum on WRNI on December 12 at 11:00 a.m.

Investing in primary health care: RIGHA Foundation Fund awards grants

jeancohoon — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 14:16:00 GMT

Read about the three local organizations that will receive grants totaling $198,523.

Foundation awards emergency grant to Crossroads Rhode Island

jeancohoon — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:07:00 GMT

Read about the $100,000 grant and see photos from the news conference.

Foundation supports RI Federation of Teachers and Health Professionals with $200,000 partial match to secure $5 million federal grant

jeancohoon — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 13:09:00 GMT

Citing the Foundation’s ongoing strong support of public education, President and CEO Neil D. Steinberg announced that the Foundation had committed $200,000 over four years as a partial match to the $5 million Investing in Innovation (i3) grant recently awarded to the Rhode Island Federation of Teachers and Health Professionals (RIFTHP). Learn about this project that "will leverage...the talent, expertise, and on-the-ground experience of RIFTHP and Rhode Island Department of Education leadership."

Rhode Island Community Forums to inform, engage citizens

jeancohoon — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 13:12:00 GMT

The Rhode Island Foundation and WRNI, Rhode Island’s NPR station, have announced a project to provide in-depth information on community issues to Rhode Islanders. Learn more about Rhode Island Community Forums.

Newport County Fund announces new grant program

jeancohoon — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:50:00 GMT

Common Ground grants promote regional collaboration in meeting the diverse needs of Newport County. Application deadline is October 14.

Congratulations, Rhode Island: a Race to the Top winner!

jeancohoon — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 10:15:00 GMT

Rhode Island is one of 10 winners in the second round of the federal Race to the Top program, it was announced by the U.S. Department of Education. The true winners are the students and educators of Rhode Island who will benefit from the $75 million in federal dollars to improve their schools and to close the achievement gap. Learn more about Rhode Island's win.

It's all new: our specially-designed 2009 online annual report

jeancohoon — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 10:36:00 GMT

Read features on nonprofits working in each of our six key sectors, stories of more than 30 Rhode Islanders who created endowments in 2009, a highlight on how the Pickard family is furthering its commitment to education through "co-funding," our financials, and much more in the 2009 online annual report.

Providence Business News article, editorial shine light on Foundation's work in the community

jeancohoon — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 10:13:54 GMT

This week's Providence Business News prominently features the Foundation in an article, 'R.I. Foundation makes presence felt in state in ’09 with $27M in grants,' and an editorial, 'R.I. Foundation’s giving shows community how to do good by doing right.'

Op-ed by Foundation President & CEO Neil Steinberg: 'No more excuses'

jeancohoon — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 08:33:00 GMT

"The legislative session that just ended stood out as one where real progress was made toward effecting change in Rhode Island...Now we must capitalize on the momentum created..." Read the Providence Business News op-ed.

Foundation grants $50,000 for summer jobs at Lifespan and Institute for Study and Practice of Nonviolence

jeancohoon — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:54:00 GMT

The Rhode Island Foundation has announced two emergency grants of $25,000 each so that Lifespan and the Institute for the Study and Practice of Nonviolence each can employ an additional 15 teens in their summer jobs programs. Read more about the grants to benefit high risk teens.

Foundation hosts bill signing ceremony for education funding formula

jeancohoon — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 08:53:00 GMT

The education funding formula - the first in Rhode Island in 15 years - was formally signed into law at The Rhode Island Foundation by Governor Donald L. Carcieri. Learn more about the event.

'Making health reform happen in Rhode Island'

jeancohoon — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 10:10:00 GMT

Providence Journal op-ed by Foundation President & CEO Neil D. Steinberg and Lt. Gov. Elizabeth Roberts

"The passage this year of federal health-care reform legislation was a monumental first step in ensuring that all Americans have access to high-quality, affordable health care. Now what? What does this mean for Rhode Islanders? What should health reform in the state look like?" Read the op-ed.

Foundation issues first Impact Report

jeancohoon — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 08:51:23 GMT

Read "how our community investments catalyze change for Rhode Island" in the Foundation's 2009 Impact Report that provides summaries of our 2009 discretionary community investments in our six core sectors and the Initiative for Nonprofit Excellence. Download the 2009 Impact Report or request a hardcopy.

Community leaders honored at Foundation's annual meeting

jeancohoon — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 08:50:00 GMT

During the Foundation's recent annual meeting, several remarkable Rhode Islanders who have shown tremendous leadership and dedication to improving our state and the quality of life for others through their philanthropy and community engagement were recognized. Read about our honorees and watch the videos.

Prominent Rhode Island leaders honored at Foundation's annual meeting

jeancohoon — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 08:07:39 GMT

During the Foundation's recent annual meeting, donors, community leaders, grant recipients, and stakeholders recognized several remarkable Rhode Islanders who have shown tremendous leadership and dedication to improving our state and the quality of life for others through their philanthropy and community engagement.

'Making It Work': The Future of Primary Care in Rhode Island

jeancohoon — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 14:21:22 GMT

Dr. Paul Grundy, global director of healthcare transformation for IBM, was keynote speaker at the fourth public forum in the "Making It Work: Health Reform in Rhode Island" series. Learn more about “Making It Work,” a series co-hosted by Lt. Gov. Elizabeth Roberts and The Rhode Island Foundation.

Op-ed by Foundation President & CEO Neil D. Steinberg proclaims 'Let's Win this Race to the Top'

jeancohoon — Mon, 10 May 2010 10:55:00 GMT

"A strong system of public education - one that effectively prepares students for higher education and the jobs of the future - is the foundation on which a robust economy is built...Only effective system-wide reform of Rhode Island's public education will transform our aspirations into reality. Fortunately, there is reason for hope." Read the op-ed.

RIGHA Foundation and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care establish $1.6 million fund at The Rhode Island Foundation

jeancohoon — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 09:52:00 GMT

The Rhode Island Foundation has announced that Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and the RIGHA Foundation will transfer its grantmaking operations to The Rhode Island Foundation. The $1.6 million fund will...Read the RIGHA Foundation Fund story.

Foundation contributes $100,000 to RI Flood Recovery Fund

jeancohoon — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 13:36:47 GMT

The Rhode Island Foundation is pleased to be an initial funder of the Rhode Island Flood Recovery Fund. The Foundation's $100,000 contribution is among the $500,000 raised in just one day for this United Way of Rhode Island-led effort to support social service organizations assisting with disaster relief. You can donate at www.uwri.org

Resources for Rhode Islanders affected by the floods

jeancohoon — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 08:33:00 GMT

The Foundation has compiled a list of resources for individuals and organizations affected by the flooding in Rhode Island. (Note: Additional resources are being added as we learn about them.)

Three writers awarded prestigious MacColl Johnson Fellowships

jeancohoon — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:48:00 GMT

There Rhode Island writers - Pawtucket resident Matthew Derby and Providence residents Marie Myung-Ok Lee and Christine Montross - have been awarded $25,000 MacColl Johnson Fellowships to 'further their work.' Learn more about the Fellows and their projects.

Foundation names Foundation Fellows

jeancohoon — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:37:00 GMT

Rhode Island nonprofit leaders have been named 2010 Foundation Fellows, a distinction providing them the time and support to come up with the next "great idea" for their organizations.

Teach For America expanding to Rhode Island

jeancohoon — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:49:00 GMT

Teach For America has announced that it will expand to Rhode Island, with plans to bring 30 top college graduates to teach in the state's highest-need schools - Providence Public School District and Democracy Prep Blackstone Valley charter school - for the 2010-11 school year. Learn more about Teach For America-Rhode Island.

Foundation focuses its philanthropy, leadership, and impact

jeancohoon — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:46:29 GMT

Citing the need to increase philanthropy by demonstrating to donors the real impact of their investments in Rhode Island, Foundation President and CEO Neil D. Steinberg has announced the Foundation's streamlined, more responsive approach to grantmaking and its focus on two economic drivers, public education and health. See our Grantmaking fact sheet.

Helping earthquake victims in Haiti

jeancohoon — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:00:09 GMT

If you - like many Rhode Islanders - wish to help the people of Haiti in the wake of the destructive earthquake there, here are some organizations you may wish to consider supporting. (Note: Persons with donor advised funds at the Foundation may give through DonorCentral.)

Governor Carcieri appoints Keith W. Stokes to Foundation board of directors

jeancohoon — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:56:00 GMT

Governor Donald L. Carcieri has appointed Keith W. Stokes of Newport, newly named interim executive director of the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation, to serve on the Foundation board of directors.

Foundation announces $450,000 emergency community grant

jeancohoon — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 08:38:00 GMT

The Foundation has announced a $450,000 emergency community grant that will help thousands of Rhode Islanders who are facing tough challenges. The grant will provide emergency dollars for food, shelter, heating assistance, and other basic necessities. Read the news release and see photographs from the announcements.

Adding to the Ranks of Our State's Top Teachers

jeancohoon — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:35:00 GMT

Chances are, if you’re a college student or recent graduate, you’ve heard of Wendy Kopp. Teach For America, the organization she founded, received more than 35,000 applications last year from young people aspiring to become entry-level teachers in underserved schools across the country. Among these applicants were 230 college seniors in Rhode Island.

Read the op-ed by Foundation President & CEO Neil D. Steinberg that appeared in the November 23, 2009 Providence Journal.

Improving urban education in Rhode Island

jeancohoon — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:03:17 GMT

The Urban Education Task Force recently released a final report with seven recommendations to improve urban education in Rhode Island. The Foundation was a proud funder of the report. Our grantmaking in education supports many of the recommendations, such as improved educator quality, school innovation, and multiple pathways for student success. Learn more about the Task Force’s report.

Foundation announces strategy grants for 107 projects

jeancohoon — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:01:00 GMT

The Foundation has awarded more than $4.5 million in support of 107 projects through the highly-competitive strategy grants program. Read about the recipient organizations and projects.

Coalition joins forces to bolster primary care in Rhode Island

jeancohoon — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 14:16:00 GMT

The Rhode Island Foundation has joined forces with Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island, Rhode Island Medical Society, and Rhode Island Student Loan Authority to create a $1.1 million loan forgiveness pool for Rhode Island primary care physicians and other professionals.

Foundation stories come to life

host — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:23:00 GMT

Enter here for an exciting new take on our 2009 Yearbook. Read the inspiring stories of how Rhode Islanders – generous donors, committed volunteers, and dedicated individuals at nonprofit organizations – share the belief, “It feels good to help.”

Fund for a Healthy Rhode Island awards $1.6 million for primary care

host — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 10:56:30 GMT

At a news conference at the Blackstone Valley Community Health Center, the Foundation announced the first round of grants from the Fund for a Healthy Rhode Island, $1.6 million to eight local organizations. Speakers included U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (left).
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Message on state's economy from Foundation President & CEO

host — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:36:00 GMT

This op-ed piece by Neil D. Steinberg appeared in the Providence Journal on March 7, 2009.