Areas of interest
Important information regarding 2022 grant cycle: We are not accepting unsolicited proposals. Organizations that received support in 2021 are welcome to reapply.
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Ensuring the cultural vitality of Newport by supporting outstanding arts and culture organizations
The Trusts will support organizations that:
- Maintain the historic character of Newport
- Present and produce arts and culture in Newport
- Programs that provide access to the arts for under-served communities
Protecting the Environment of Aquidneck Island through Land Use, Conservation and Resiliency Strategies
The Trusts support organizations that:
- Preserve and protect open space and wildlife habitat
- Support smart growth and coordinated planning
- Preserve, protect and restore Narragansett Bay
- Develop strategies for adapting to a changing climate (i.e. sea level rise, extreme weather events)
- Protect farmland and sustainable, healthy food production
Providing Holistic Support for the Health, Development, and Advancement of Newport’s Most Vulnerable Residents
The Trusts support organizations that:
- Provide support and resources to women designed to build their self-sufficiency or protect their rights to make their own health care decisions
- Offer strong youth development programs or educational programs
- Develop the capacity of, offers important services to, or meet the basic needs of vulnerable individuals
Preparing to apply
About eGrant: Proposals to Prince Charitable Trusts are only accepted through the eGrant.net online grant program (see “GO TO EGRANT” button below). If you have registered on eGrant.net with a funder other than Prince Charitable Trusts, you will also have to register separately with Prince to access our online application system.
About the proposal review process: Once a proposal has been received, you will be notified if we need additional information, and a site visit may be scheduled. Within six months of the proposal submission deadline, organizations will be notified as to whether the request has been funded.
Before you apply, review these steps on the e-grant application.
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