Foundations that fund organizations in North Smithfield, Rhode Island
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for North Smithfield nonprofits
8 private foundations gave $147K to North Smithfield organizations in their latest filings; 5 of the 8 that say either way accept applications.
10 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to North Smithfield around $2,000. 3 of these funders are based in Rhode Island; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 8
- Accept applications
- 5
- of 8 that state a policy
- Dollars to North Smithfield
- $147K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 10
- Typical median grant
- $2,000
- Based in RI
- 38%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to North Smithfield organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Champlin Foundation | Pittsburgh, PA | 1 | $72K | $72K | Yes | Hospital beds for long-term care unit |
| Simon W Wardwell Foundation | Cranston, RI | 1 | $60K | $60K | Preselected only | General support |
| Donald P and Elaine M Hayden Foundation | Lincoln, RI | 1 | $10K | $10K | Yes | Support animal care initiatives |
| National Life Group Charitable Foundation Inc | Montpelier, VT | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Yes | Senior support |
| Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation Inc | Taunton, MA | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Exempt purpose |
| Worcester Railers Hc Charitable Foundation Inc | Beverly, MA | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | General support |
| Amica Companies Foundation | Lincoln, RI | 2 | $568 | $284 | Preselected only | General purpose |
| Fidelity Foundation | Boston, MA | 2 | $281 | $140 | Yes | Fidelity matching gifts to education |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in North Smithfield, Rhode Island?
The Champlin Foundation, Simon W Wardwell Foundation, Donald P and Elaine M Hayden Foundation, National Life Group Charitable Foundation Inc, Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation Inc and 3 others reported grants to North Smithfield organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in North Smithfield. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.