Equity Action is Rhode Island's fund for sexual orientation and gender identity. As a permanent endowment at the Foundation, Equity Action advances the equitable treatment and improves the quality of life of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) Rhode Islanders. Led by an advisory committee of dedicated volunteers, Equity Action provides grants to organizations and initiatives that support LGBTQ Rhode Islanders. In 2008, Equity Action launched the Million Dollar Challenge Campaign, an effort to raise $500,000. Every dollar raised was matched by the Foundation through the end of 2011. The fund will continue to grow in perpetuity, supporting Rhode Island’s LGBTQ communities for generations to come.
Equity Action accepts applications on a rolling basis for small grants, requests up to $2,500, for short-term projects or one-time activities.
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