Over 70 state nonprofits get .9m in grants

This is a file image of Warwick Public Library. (Warwick Public Library) PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Champlin Foundation announced that $7.9 million in grants would be given to 78 state nonprofits. The nonprofits are located across 26 communities, and the funding will go to towards building  upgrades ,  enhanced security and technology  systems, new vehicles, and  new and expanded  facilities . Grantees include Maury  Loontjens Memorial Library in Narragansett, Warwick Public Library, Pawtucket Public Library, Rhode Island Union, and Skills for Rhode Island's Future The foundation added it has nine key areas of focus for capital investments, including libraries, arts and culture, conservation and parks, education, healthcare, historic preservation and heritage,   social services, youth services, and welfare of animals .