Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation Grants (Fall 2026 Cycle)

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Charitable Grants for Education, Economic Security, and Nonprofit Capacity Building in Rhode Island and Eastern Connecticut

Centreville Bank’s Charitable Foundation supports local community-based organizations working to address pressing community needs across the bank’s service area. Through its Foundation Grants program, Centreville Bank funds initiatives that help students succeed, strengthen economic security for families and individuals, and build nonprofit capacity. The fall 2026 grant cycle is open from September 15 through October 15, 2026.

Organization: Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation
Support Type: Charitable grants
Geographic Focus: Rhode Island; New London County, CT; Windham County, CT

About the Funder

Centreville Bank has served local communities for more than 195 years and emphasizes community-based philanthropy rooted in long-term local relationships. Through its Charitable Foundation, the bank invests in organizations addressing significant regional challenges and helping communities thrive.

What This Program Supports

Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation grants support programs and initiatives in three primary areas:

Education Success

Programs that help children and youth thrive academically and developmentally, including:

Early childhood education
Out-of-school time and summer learning
Social and emotional learning
High school completion and higher education enrollment
Family and community engagement
Support for diverse learning needs

Economic Security

Programs that help individuals and families meet basic needs and build long-term stability, including:

Basic needs support
Adult education, GED completion, and English language learning
Housing counseling, eviction prevention, and homelessness prevention
Affordable housing development
Financial education and coaching
Food insecurity response
Elderly safety and wellbeing

Capacity Building

Support for nonprofit organizational strength and long-term effectiveness, including:

Leadership development
Board and staff education
Program evaluation
Marketing and communications
Technology enhancements
Organizational improvements
Strategic and succession planning
Innovation efforts to diversify revenue and explore collaboration

Eligible Support Types

Programmatic grants for charitable initiatives
Capacity-building support for nonprofit effectiveness
Project-based support aligned with Centreville Bank’s priorities

Eligibility & Preferences

To be eligible, applicants must:

Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
Serve communities located within Centreville Bank’s service area
Use funds to support work in Rhode Island, New London County, or Windham County
Submit no more than one application per organization per year

Ineligible Requests

Centreville Bank does not consider applications from or for:

Fraternal or alumni organizations
Political organizations
Religious organizations
National organizations with local chapters
Programs benefiting specific individuals
Talent or beauty contests
Advertising
Travel expenses
Pass-through requests
Communities outside the bank’s service area

Funding Amounts

Centreville Bank does not publish a standard grant amount for Foundation Grants. Applicants should request an amount that is appropriate for the scope and impact of the proposed work.

Timeline & Review

📅 Application Window: September 15 – October 15, 2026
📅 Grant Cycles Held: Three times per year
📅 Other Annual Windows: December 15 – January 16; March 15 – April 15

Application / Request Process

Eligible nonprofits must apply through Centreville Bank’s online grant portal during the open application period. Applicants should clearly show how their work aligns with one or more of the Foundation’s charitable priorities and how the funding will support meaningful community impact.

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.centrevillebank.com/Community/Local-Support/Grants-Sponsorships-1

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:

Serve Rhode Island or eastern Connecticut communities
Focus on education, economic mobility, or nonprofit capacity building
Need support for place-based community programs
Can show clear local relevance and impact

Centreville Bank’s Foundation Grants are especially well suited for community-rooted nonprofits seeking regional support for practical, mission-driven work.

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Competitive, deadline-based
Deadline: October 15, 2026
Best Suited For: Local 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Rhode Island and eastern Connecticut
Focus Areas: Education success, economic security, capacity building

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