Press releases and media coverage.
Providence Journal Showcases Work of The Champlin Foundation
We are pleased to share a wonderful story about The Champlin Foundation published recently by Providence Journal reporter G. Wayne Miller. The article provides a great historical perspective on the Champlin family and very nicely captures their commitment to philanthropy.
See full story$7.9 Million in Grants Impacts 78 Nonprofits Statewide
CRANSTON, R.I. – The Champlin Foundation announced today $7.9 million in capital funding to 78 Rhode Island based nonprofit organizations. Across 26 communities statewide, grants will make critical capital investments, including building upgrades, enhanced security and technology systems, new vehicles, and new and expanded facilities. “In establishing the Foundation over 90 years ago, one of George Champlin’s main […]
See full storyNonprofit Organizations Across Rhode Island Receive $10.2 Million in Grant Support
CRANSTON, R.I. – The Champlin Foundation has announced $10.2 million in capital funding to 95 nonprofit organizations serving Rhode Islanders of all ages across youth services, healthcare, arts and culture, and beyond. These include 15 organizations receiving grants for the first time from the Foundation. “For so many of the smaller organizations serving historically marginalized […]
See full storyChamplin Foundation Awards $9.6 Million to Nonprofits Statewide, Including Three $1 Million Grant Recipients
CRANSTON, R.I. – The Champlin Foundation announced today more than $9.6 million in capital funding, including three exciting $1 million grants awarded to the Tomaquag Indian Memorial Museum, Crossroads Rhode Island, and the Boys and Girls Club of Providence. The 87 nonprofit organizations receiving funding in this cycle serve Rhode Islanders of all ages across […]
See full storyChamplin Foundation Awards $13.2 Million to Nonprofits Statewide
CRANSTON, R.I. – The Champlin Foundation announced today $13.2 million in capital funding to 126 nonprofit organizations serving a variety of priorities, including 17 first-time grantees. From building renovations and facility expansions to equipment upgrades and vehicle purchases, grants will help Rhode Island build back stronger. This grant cycle builds on a round of $5.8 […]
See full storyFrom Resilience to Renewal: Champlin Grantees Lean in to Their Commitment to Service
CRANSTON, R.I. – The Champlin Foundation announced today $5.8 million in capital funding to support charities serving Rhode Islanders in meaningful ways. Through grants for equipment, renovations, construction or land acquisition, funding will enhance classroom learning, provide social supports, promote access to equitable health care, invest in under resourced communities, and beyond. This is the […]
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