The Rhode Island Foundation’s 2026 Arts in Academics Grants support educational projects that integrate an arts discipline into another core academic subject. Eligible applicants include Rhode Island K-12 public-school teachers, including public charter-school teachers, artists, and nonprofit organizations, provided the proposed project benefits Rhode Island public-school children.
Applications are due October 13, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. EST. Typical awards range from $500 to $1,000. Projects must take place between January and December 2027.
Potential uses include collaborations between artists and educators, academically grounded field trips, professional training, and other arts-integration activities. Funds may support stipends, materials, equipment, honorariums, and other implementation costs. The fund is not intended for passive performances, and literacy projects are generally not supported unless exceptionally creative and integrated with other core academic subjects.
Proposals are reviewed for the strength of arts integration, innovation and practicality, educational merit, group size and impact, and access to other funding sources. Applications are submitted through the Foundation’s online system.
Atlas assessment: Atlas Opportunity Score 55/100. School/Education Funding Score 55/100. N9+ Fit 0/100 and QC Healthcare Fit 0/100. This is a legitimate Rhode Island school/education opportunity but not a healthcare-technology or direct Dr. Miltie vendor path.