CVS Health Foundation Invests $1 Million in Rhode Island Nonprofits Tackling Community Health Needs

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Local organizations receive Hometown Fund support to expand access to health care, food, housing and essential services WOONSOCKET, RI / ACCESS Newswire / July 2, 2026 / Originally published on CVS Health Company Newsroom The CVS Health Foundation is investing $1 million in grants through its Hometown Fund to 20 organizations that are making a difference for Rhode Islanders every day. This year, Hometown Fund grants will support local nonprofits working to increase access to health care, address food insecurity, expand availability of stable housing and improve community health across the state. "We're investing in Rhode Island nonprofits that are meeting people where they are - helping individuals and families access health care, food, stable housing and the support they need to stay healthy," said Jenny McColloch, president of the CVS Health Foundation. "Through our Hometown Fund, we focus on communities our colleagues call home, supporting organizations that are addressing the everyday factors that shape wellbeing and make a real difference across the state." Aldersbridge Communities, a 2026 CVS Health Foundation Hometown Fund grant recipient, is making a meaningful impact for older adults across Rhode Island by connecting affordable housing with essential health care services. Offering a continuum of care, from independent, assisted living and memory care assisted living, Aldersbridge Communities helps residents maintain their independence while receiving the support they need to stay healthy. This grant will help strengthen those services, ensuring more older adults can age with dignity, stability, and a strong sense of community. "The support of the CVS Health Foundation allows us to expand our work to make compassionate, innovative, inclusive and affordable elder care services available to all Rhode Islanders," said Elise Strom, chief development officer of Aldersbridge Communities. "This grant will strengthen our strategic planning efforts, helping us develop new communities, advance environmental sustainability initiatives and build a strong foundation for the future." From helping older adults live independently and increasing access to affordable care, to ensuring families don't have to worry about their next meal, this year's grantees reflect the strength and resilience of communities across Rhode Island. Alongside Aldersbridge Communities, ad...

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