Providence Female Charitable Society
Preselected recipients only
Providence Female Charitable Society is a private foundation in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $39,070 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,200 and the largest $8,700. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$39,070
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,200
- Largest grant$8,700
- Assets$797,461
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $37,420 the year before.
9% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,840 | 10 | $739,188 |
| 2024 | $37,420 | 10 | $736,590 |
| 2025 | $39,070 | 11 | $797,461 |
How to apply
Providence Female Charitable Society says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Providence Female Charitable Society funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 11 | $39,070 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Violence Resource Center of South County | Gift | $8,700 |
| Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center | Gift | $5,220 |
| Saint Mary Church Pawtucket | Gift | $5,000 |
| Lucy's Hearth | Gift | $4,300 |
| Saint Mary Church Newport | Gift | $3,700 |
| Spring Green Memorial Baptist Church | Gift | $3,200 |
| United Congregational Church | Gift | $3,200 |
| Women's Resource Center | Gift | $2,400 |
| Crossroads | Gift | $1,500 |
| Amos House | Gift | $1,500 |
| Southside Elementary Charter School | Gift | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Bush Brown
- Angela B Fischer
- Frances H Gammell-Roach
- Elizabeth Roach
- Elizabeth Hyman
Questions people ask
Does Providence Female Charitable Society accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Providence Female Charitable Society give?
$39,070 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,200.
Who runs Providence Female Charitable Society?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Bush Brown (First Directress), Angela B Fischer (Second Directress), Frances H Gammell-Roach (Secretary) and Elizabeth Roach (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Providence Female Charitable Society fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.