Rhode Islanders Sponsoring Education
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Any Rhode Island resident entering the 6th or 9th grade who has been accepted to a private, independent, Catholic or parochial high school, or middle school, and has a parent who is or has been incarcerated is eligible to apply.


RISE Scholarship Application Forms

The Student Referral is HERE

‍The RISE scholarship application period for the 2026-27 academic year is now open. To apply, click here.
(This application form and all supporting documents must be completed and submitted by February 16, 2026 to be considered.)

‍Scholarship Program Quick Facts are HERE


Why rhode islanders sponsoring education?

In the United States one in twenty-eight children has a parent in prison, yet this group remains hidden, with few services available to address their specific needs. While it is tempting to classify children of incarcerated parents in the same category as others receiving social services, they are different. They are more vulnerable.

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