The mission of the Women's Fund of Rhode Island is to invest in women and girls in our community through research, advocacy and grantmaking designed to eliminate gender inequity through systemic change.
The Women’s Fund makes grants to programs and organizations that address the unique needs of Rhode Island’s women and girls. The Women’s Fund also offers a choice of ways for women to help women through philanthropy and advocacy, and act as a "convener" by gathering groups with similar goals to discuss problems, and jointly plan proactive solutions.
As a social justice organization, our focus is to end gender bias. We envision a community, nation and world where social justice exists for all, and we serve as a catalyst for persuasive, progressive and enduring social change.
We believe that investing in women and girls is critical to creating healthy communities. Studies around the world show that when the status of women and girls improves, the status of the community improves overall.
Over and over, experience shows that women are the key to economic development, educational attainment, health and well-being, and safety and security in communities around the globe.
Specialties
Research, Social Change Grant making, Public Policy, Advocacy
