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UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC

UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC

PROVIDENCE, RI, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
05-0276059
DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder
Women Led
BIPOC Led
Logo for "UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC"

UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC

PROVIDENCE, RI, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
05-0276059
DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder
Women Led
BIPOC Led

Overview

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Est.

1926

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The United Way of Rhode Island Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Rhode Island, with additional support in Massachusetts and New York. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in collaborating can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Our mission is uniting our community and resources to build racial equity and opportunities for all Rhode Islanders
Total Funding Given

$8M

2025
Grantees funded
782
Multi-year grantees
68%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

282

Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$11.9K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
C
Cortney Nicolato
Board Member
J
Joanne Daly
Board Member
S
Suresh Swaminathan
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC?
No. UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC give?
UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC primarily gives to organizations located in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC make each year?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC awarded about 280 grants, totaling nearly $8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC fund recently?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC awarded grants to about 780 grantees. Recent grantees include RHODE ISLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK ASSOCIATION, CONNECTING FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES INC, and FEDERAL HILL HOUSE ASSOCIATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC?
UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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