RHODE ISLAND FOUNDATION has awarded $481,000 in grants to 26 local animal-welfare programs. / COURTESY RHODE ISLAND FOUNDATION
PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Foundation announced Monday it has awarded $481,000 in grants to 26 local animal-welfare programs organized by nonprofits and municipalities. The foundation said the funds will support several services offered by the programs, including low-cost veterinary care for pets within low-income households, animal adoption preparation and wildlife rehabilitation. Adrian Bonéy, who…