We are the community foundation serving the state of Rhode Island. We are a collection of over 600 permanently endowed charitable funds created by individuals, families, companies and organizations to benefit different charitable organizations and causes throughout Rhode Island and beyond. The Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors made up of nine leaders of our community. There are four basic fund types. There is no cost for starting a fund at the Foundation.
Many donors do make direct gifts to their favorite organizations.
Some donors who have a desire to provide perpetual support feel more comfortable making those gifts through the Foundation because of our permanence, our professional investment management and our oversight role in making sure their wishes are met by the recipient organizations. Gifts to the Foundation are irrevocable. These include pooled income funds, charitable gift annuities and charitable remainder trusts. We can work with you and your financial advisors to determine which type of gift is right for you. We are happy to talk with you on the phone or visit you in your home or office to discuss a possible gift or gift plan.