The Rhode Island Foundation seeks to address the health and healthcare needs of Rhode Islanders by managing and distributing funds from generous donors. These funds are designated for specific medical conditions, aiming to support nonprofit organizations working within these areas to improve health outcomes and address health inequities and disparities across the state.
The Arts in Academics grant, endowed by retired Rhode Island art educator Karel Greenblatt Gertsacov, aims to support educational projects that integrate arts disciplines with other core academic subjects. This initiative emphasizes collaboration between artists and educators to position the arts as a fundamental component within the learning process. The grant supports a variety of projects, including but not limited to collaborations between artists and teachers, educational field trips with an academic focus, and professional development opportunities for teachers to enhance arts literacy and creative problem-solving in academic settings. Grant amounts range from $500 to $1,000, covering costs like stipends, materials, equipment, and honorariums necessary for implementing these educational projects.