Philanthropy
The Rhode Futures Foundation was created with a long-term vision centered on expanding access and opportunity for women and women-identified individuals. Its mission is grounded in the belief that equitable access to healthcare, economic resources, and professional advancement should not be limited by systemic barriers. From its inception, Rhode pledged to contribute a minimum of one percent of its yearly revenue, along with internal operational support and employee involvement, to organizations dedicated to dismantling structural inequities. This commitment intentionally includes all women, as well as transgender, non-binary, and non-cisgender individuals, acknowledging that gender equity must be inclusive and responsive to diverse lived experiences.
The foundation prioritizes partnerships with organizations that serve communities historically excluded from economic and healthcare systems. Rather than focusing on short-term aid, it seeks to foster durable change by investing in initiatives that provide education, direct funding, accessible healthcare, and sustainable economic tools. By equipping individuals with practical resources and long-term support, the foundation works to strengthen personal agency and community resilience.
Access to comprehensive healthcare remains a central focus. True empowerment requires the ability to make informed decisions about one’s body and well-being. The foundation therefore supports programs that broaden availability of reproductive healthcare, preventive medical services, and health education. These efforts are designed to ensure that individuals can exercise autonomy with dignity and accurate information, particularly in regions where healthcare access is limited or inequitable.
Support for mothers and caregivers represents another essential area of investment. The economic realities of caregiving responsibilities often create financial instability, especially during early parenthood. The foundation directs resources toward guaranteed income programs, direct cash assistance, and services that ease the financial pressures faced by caregivers. By strengthening the stability of families during critical life stages, these initiatives contribute to healthier communities and improved long-term outcomes for children and parents alike.
Entrepreneurship and business advancement for women and non-binary individuals also form a key component of the foundation’s strategy. Many aspiring entrepreneurs encounter unequal access to capital, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. Through collaborative partnerships, the foundation backs organizations that provide small business funding, coaching, and advisory networks. These programs help founders from underrepresented backgrounds launch and grow sustainable enterprises, creating broader economic participation and local job growth.
Emergency response funding constitutes an additional pillar of the foundation’s work. During times of natural disasters, public health crises, or sudden economic disruptions, women and caregivers often bear disproportionate burdens. The foundation allocates flexible funding to frontline organizations capable of delivering rapid relief. By supporting emergency cash assistance and essential services during urgent situations, it helps mitigate the immediate impacts of crisis while preserving longer-term stability.
Among its major initiatives is the Support for Moms Fund, a significant financial commitment aimed at expanding guaranteed income programs and essential services for new mothers and caregivers across the United States. Working with a broad coalition of community-based partners, the fund distributes direct financial assistance and practical resources to families navigating the early stages of parenthood. This targeted investment seeks to reduce economic stress during a pivotal period, reinforcing the connection between financial security and long-term opportunity.
The Rhode Futures Foundation also sustains ongoing collaborations with organizations devoted to maternal health equity, girls’ leadership development, reproductive healthcare access, and small business empowerment. These partnerships facilitate mentorship programs, health literacy education, midwifery and perinatal care services, and capital access for entrepreneurs who may face exclusion from conventional financial systems. Each collaboration is rooted in measurable goals and community-informed solutions designed to produce lasting impact.
In response to severe wildfires that affected Los Angeles in 2025, the foundation expanded its emergency efforts by directing substantial funding toward relief initiatives supporting displaced mothers, caregivers, and families. Contributions from both corporate commitments and community sales further amplified the available resources, enabling local organizations to provide urgent assistance and stabilization services during recovery.
Operating as a sponsored program under the Social Impact Fund, a registered nonprofit organization, the Rhode Futures Foundation maintains a structure grounded in accountability and transparency. Its guiding purpose remains consistent: to invest in health access, economic empowerment, and autonomy for women and gender-diverse individuals. Through sustained funding, inclusive partnerships, and community-centered strategies, the foundation aims to cultivate enduring change that strengthens families and communities for generations ahead.