April 30, 2025 – Rhode Island Humanities is pleased to announce a $200,000 award from the Mellon Foundation for emergency funding to stabilize this vital organization with over 50 years […]

April 30, 2025 – On April 24, local legislators, community members, and THRIVE grantees from 2024 and 2025 were invited to celebrate the impact of this unique program at an […]

Providence, RI – Rhode Island Humanities welcomes three new members to its board of directors. These leaders bring experience in education, creative practice, fundraising and engagement, advocacy, and law. Each […]

Federal Action Eliminates Awarded Grants and Slashes RI Humanities Operating Funds APRIL 11, 2025 (PROVIDENCE) — The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has terminated the grant that supports the grantmaking […]

Updated: June 6, 2025 – The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has terminated the grant that supports the grantmaking program and core operating functions of Rhode Island Humanities. This action […]

Rhode Island Humanities is pleased to announce four public project grants through the February 2025 mini grant cycle totaling $8,000. Recipients include: Public Project Grants Block Island Historical Society, $2,000 […]

February 2025 – Each year, Rhode Island Humanities produces an annual report to reflect on the achievements of the past year and turn our focus to the work ahead. As […]

Isabella Robinson joined the RI Humanities team in February 2025 as the Development & Engagement Coordinator. A lifelong Rhode Islander, Isabella is excited to connect with the organizations and communities […]