Capacity Building Grants
The Rhode Island Foundation’s Capacity Building Grant funds nonprofit projects that strengthen infrastructure and technical capacity to advance key community priorities in Rhode Island.
Funder: Rhode Island Foundation
Due Dates: January 29, 2026 (Round 1 pre-application) | April 23, 2026 (Round 1 full application) | July 16, 2026 (Round 2 pre-application) | October 8, 2026 (Round 2 full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 per grant; one grant per organization per 12-month period.
Summary: Supports Rhode Island nonprofits with infrastructure and technical assistance funding to advance community priorities.
Description
The Capacity Building Grant program, offered by the Rhode Island Foundation, provides targeted support for the infrastructure and technical assistance needs of nonprofits and fiscally sponsored groups addressing key community priorities in Rhode Island. The program aims to promote inclusiveness, accessibility, equity, and thriving communities by funding projects such as board and staff development, strategic and business planning, communications, evaluation, technology upgrades, and more. Proposals must align with the Foundation's Five-Year Action Plan and demonstrate clear need, readiness, and anticipated outcomes.
