Bristol Female Charitable Society Fund Grants
This grant supports charitable programs that provide relief to the poor and indigent in the East Bay community, with a strong preference for projects based in Bristol, Rhode Island.
Funder: Rhode Island Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards $500–$5,000 per year; one application per organization annually.
Summary: Supports charitable programs promoting benevolence and relief for the poor in the East Bay community, especially Bristol, RI.
Description
The Bristol Female Charitable Society Fund provides grants to support charitable programs and services in the greater East Bay community of Rhode Island, with a strong preference for projects based in Bristol. The fund prioritizes initiatives that promote benevolence and charity, particularly those offering relief to the poor and indigent. Managed by the Rhode Island Foundation, this fund continues a legacy of local women’s philanthropy dating back to 1811.
