Support the Heart of Healthcare
Every day, nurses go above and beyond to provide compassionate care, comfort, and expertise to patients and their families. They are the backbone of our healthcare system.
Your donation directly funds scholarships for aspiring nurses.
Every dollar makes a difference.
Together, we can empower nurses to keep doing what they do best: saving lives and caring for our communities.
You may also make a donation in honor or memory of a nurse, colleague, friend, or loved one, or to celebrate a birthday, graduation, or holiday.
Donate Today
Be part of a movement that values care, compassion, and excellence.
Donations may be made through:
- Direct private contributions
- United Way and SECA (State Employees Charitable Appeal) payroll deductions
NFRI Donor #: 6283
All donations are tax deductible.
Special Recognition & Memorial Funds
Many of our scholarships are made possible through generous contributions to memorial and special recognition funds. To designate your donation to a specific fund, simply include the name of the fund with your contribution.
Current Special Funds:
- Louis and Patricia F. Zanella Memorial Fund (awarded to CCRI students only)
- Drew-Lewis Fund
- Kathleen Dwyer Fund
- Ethel Ferrara Fund
- Sherman Family Fund
- Betsy Nield Fund
- Dayle Joseph Fund
- Belle Calenda Fund
- Geraldine Miguel Fund
- Elizabeth DeCosta Fund
If you are interested in creating a new Fund, please Contact Us (link to Contact page) for further information.
Partner With Us
Are you a business or organization that values healthcare heroes?
Become a Corporate Sponsor and show your commitment to supporting the nursing profession.
Sponsorship opportunities include:
- Event partnerships
- Scholarship funding
- Wellness initiatives
Your brand will stand alongside a cause that truly matters.
Contact us to learn more about sponsorship packages.
Donate by Mail
Please make individual donation checks payable to:
Nursing Foundation of Rhode Island
Mail your check along with the Foundation’s Contribution Form (PDF) to:
Nursing Foundation of RI
P.O. Box 41702
Providence, RI 02940
For questions or additional information, please contact us.
Thank You
Thank you for your generous support of the Nursing Foundation of Rhode Island.
Your contribution helps shape the next generation of nursing professionals.