Response grant fund available for RI non-profits

Local Nonprofit Organizations at the Forefront of
COVID-19 Response Can Apply for a Response Fund Grant
The Rhode Island Foundation and the United Way of Rhode Island have announced that local nonprofit organizations at the forefront of COVID-19 response can apply for a COVID-19 Response Fund Grant. The two organizations jointly established the COVID-19 Response Fund and in just a week the Foundation has raised over $3.3 million in initial contributions from many generous donors.

An expansion of N95 face mask manufacturing at Honeywell’s Smithfield facility is on track to create more than 500 new jobs, the company announced.

ProJo: CVS to Hire 50,000 to Meet Demand During Virus Pandemic
Woonsocket-based CVS Health says it plans to add 50,000 workers to meet demand during the coronavirus pandemic, and it will give bonuses to employees working during the pandemic.

HealthSourceRI: Special Enrollment Period for
Rhode Islanders Losing Health Coverage
For Rhode Islanders who are experiencing a change in income, plans through HealthSource RI may be more affordable than COBRA coverage or other options because financial assistance is available. A Special Enrollment Period is available for up to 60 days from the loss of coverage.

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