Bristol/RWU Cooperative Committee Accepting Grant Applications From Local Groups, Individuals

Press release from Roger Williams University:

By Kelly Brinza

March 24, 2025

BRISTOL, R.I. – The Town of Bristol/Roger Williams University Cooperative Committee is accepting applications for grant requests from local groups and individuals leading projects to enhance civic and community life in Bristol, with particular attention to populations who may be typically underserved.

Since its launch in 2007, the Fund for Civic Activities has distributed $406,331 to fund 255 projects that have impacted thousands of Bristol residents. These community initiatives have focused on the arts, social services, education, the environment and more.

The committee accepts applications twice a year, and RWU will award about $12,500 in this funding cycle.

Throughout the years, the fund has awarded grants to:

Town of Bristol/Roger Williams University Cooperative Committee is comprised of six representative leaders from the Town of Bristol and six representatives from RWU. The committee reviews proposals and makes recommendations for final approval to the Bristol Town Administrator and the President of Roger Williams University.

Applications for this funding cycle are due April 15. For more information and to download an application, visit: https://www.rwu.edu/life-at-rwu/rwu-community/feinstein-center-service-learning-community-engagement/application-fund-civic-activities. Email engage@rwu.edu with questions.

This press release was produced by the Roger Williams University. The views expressed here are the author’s own.