RI Foundation offers grants to Jewish groups in Greater Providence

PROVIDENCE, RI – Jewish community charitable organizations, synagogues and day schools serving Greater Providence have until July 11 to apply for more than $40,000 in grants through the Bliss, Gross, Horowitz Fund at the Rhode Island Foundation. 

“Confronting hunger and hatred or inspiring brotherhood and understanding are central to our tradition of civic and community leadership. We are pleased to be able to offer this additional source of support for the crucial work our community does,” said David N. Cicilline, the Foundation’s president and CEO. 

The Bliss, Gross, Horowitz Fund awards grants to proposals that develop connections between the Jewish community and Greater Rhode Island, deepen the understanding of Jewish life and culture through scholarship and historic preservation or provide for basic human needs such as food and housing. In addition, Jewish charitable organizations that provide these services can apply for funding to support capacity-building activities such as board development, strategic planning, nonprofit business development, fundraising or program evaluation. 

Synagogues and religious day schools are eligible to apply only for project support, but their proposals must be non-sectarian in nature and designed to reach beyond their own constituents. Capital requests are not eligible for funding under this grant program.

Grants typically range in size from $5,000 to $10,000. Priority will be given to proposals that have clearly stated goals and objectives, measurable outcomes and a clear sustainability plan. 

Organizations that received funding recently include Jewish Collaborative Services (to provide emergency financial assistance to people in need), Temple Emanu-El (to support the work of its teen volunteer group) and the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island (for Camp JORI). 

The Rhode Island Foundation is the largest and most comprehensive funder of nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island. Through civic leadership, fundraising and grant-making activities, together with neighbors and partners, the Foundation is helping to create progress that lasts. For more information about applying for a grant from the Bliss, Gross, Horowitz Fund, visit rifoundation.org.

Submitted by the Rhode Island Foundation