Davis-Tennon Foundation Announces August 28 Deadline for Fall Funding Cycle

The Davis-Tennon Foundation is now accepting Letters of Intent (LOIs) for its fall 2025 funding cycle, with a submission deadline of Wednesday, August 28.

Founded by Academy Award-winning actress Viola Davis and her husband Julius Tennon, the Davis-Tennon Foundation is committed to removing barriers and building opportunity through strategic support of community-based organizations.

The Foundation funds Rhode Island-based nonprofits whose work aligns with its four core pillars:

• Empowering women
• Preventing domestic violence
• Expanding student opportunities beyond the classroom
• Supporting housing stability

“We’re excited to continue growing our partnerships and reaching organizations that are making a real impact at the local level,” said Angelo Garcia, Chair of the Davis-Tennon Foundation. “This funding cycle is an opportunity for nonprofits across Rhode Island to bring forward ideas that help strengthen families and communities.”

Letters of Intent are not accepted on a rolling basis. All interested organizations must submit a new LOI for each funding cycle, regardless of past submissions or funding history. Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full proposal following the review process.

To learn more about funding criteria and submit an LOI, visit www.davis-tennonfoundation.org.