Tuesday, March 20, 2018


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Mission: The Rhode Island Foundations, is a proactive community and philanthropic leader dedicated to meeting the needs of the people of Rhode Island.





History: The Rhode Island Foundation, is one of the largest and oldest community foundations.
It was first organized at Rhode Island Hospital in June 1916. The foundation received their first donation from the U.S Senator and industrialist.


Who does the foundation fund? / Why?
The foundation funds individuals from the community. It does not award applicants who discriminate against any individual or group. The foundation funds because they want to help individuals accomplish their goals.


Grant Program: One of the programs is called the "Classroom Sparkle Grant" it gives teachers the opportunity to receive an award of 1,000. In order to be eligible, the teacher must work full time, and work with third or fourth-graders. Also, the teacher must write a one-page report
describing their project before submitting their application.


Questions: 1) Can you receive more than one scholarship from the Rhode Island Foundation?

2) How long does it take for the participants to receive the scholarship?

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