The Basic Human Needs Grants support community agencies that provide emergency assistance to Rhode Islanders most in need.

Grants of up to $5,000 are awarded to community-based programs that provide direct assistance, such as:

• Food (food pantries, soup kitchens)
• Clothing
• Housing/rental assistance
• Prescription assistance
• Utilities assistance
• Transportation assistance (bus passes, Riptiks, auto repairs)
• Child care assistance for homeless families
• Toiletries

Application Information

• Basic Human Needs Grants support the launch of a new program or support of an established program. For established programs, the Basic Human Needs Grant cannot be the only source of funding.
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; grant decisions are usually made within 6-8 weeks.

For more information, visit Rhode Island Foundation.