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Rhodes House is home to the Rhodes Trust, which administers the Rhodes Scholarship, the world's oldest and most prestigious international graduate scholarship program. Founded in 1902 through the will of Cecil John Rhodes, the Rhodes Scholarship enables exceptional young people from around the world to study at the University of Oxford. The organization is dedicated to identifying and supporting leaders who are committed to public service and making a positive impact in the world.

The Rich Wigram New Zealand Farming Scholarship (RWNZFS) was established in 2012 to enable young people over 18 years to experience dairy farming in New Zealand through a one-year work placement. The charity aims to further the education, knowledge and experience of farming students through a travel scholarship and work placement in the dairy industry in New Zealand, with a particular focus on industry best practice and environmental management. The scholarship was set up in memory of Rich Wigram who passed away in 2010, and is administered by his family and friends in both the UK and NZ.

The Richard and Siobhán Coward Foundation was established to honour the life and work of photographer and artist Richard Coward. The Foundation offers grants of up to £1,500 to promote the use of analogue photography and support the provision of community photography to improve the health and well-being of children and young people under 25. Since 2018, the Foundation has issued grants to individuals and small organizations supporting a wide range of photographic projects. Richard Coward's photographic work is held in the collections of the National Portrait Gallery in London and the Scottish National Portrait Gallery in Edinburgh.

Ridderstads Stiftelse is a Swedish foundation dedicated to promoting research in historical graphic fields. The foundation provides funding for research in three main areas: Swedish and Nordic press and newspaper history, Swedish, Nordic, and European advertising history and related communication research, and the history of graphic technology and book craftsmanship including the development of materials, machines, and methods in printing, bookbinding, and illustrations.

Riksantikvaren is the Directorate for Cultural Heritage in Norway (Direktoratet for kulturmiljøforvaltning). The organization works to preserve and manage Norway's cultural environments and landscapes for future generations. It administers grant schemes for cultural heritage preservation, provides guidance on heritage management, maintains databases and archives of cultural monuments, and oversees the protection (fredning) of historically significant buildings and sites across Norway.

Riksbankens Jubileumsfond (RJ) is a Swedish research foundation that funds research in the humanities and social sciences. The foundation also supports collaboration between researchers and society, as well as infrastructure development for research. RJ manages its own financial portfolio to generate returns that fund research grants, programs, and initiatives aimed at strengthening knowledge production in Sweden.

Riksbyggen is a Swedish cooperative housing company that develops attractive living environments and is one of Sweden's largest property managers. The organization builds and develops sustainable housing projects, including condominiums, rental apartments, and senior living facilities. They also provide comprehensive property management services for housing associations and property owners, including financial management, technical management, property operations, energy services, and renovation/reconstruction project management.

RBU (Riksförbundet för Rörelsehindrade Barn och Ungdomar) is a Swedish national organization that advocates for children and young people with physical disabilities. For over sixty years, RBU has worked for a just society and a developing life for children and youth in Sweden with disabilities. The organization provides support through legal counseling, funds for members, activities and conferences, and works to influence society and decision-makers to ensure all children have the right to a good childhood and to develop according to their own conditions.

Riksföreningen för Barnsjuksköterskor (The Swedish Association of Pediatric Nurses) is a professional association for nurses working within or with an interest in healthcare for children and adolescents. The organization supports its members through education, competence development, scholarships, and the publication of Barnbladet, a professional journal. The association advocates for children's rights to health and healthcare on children's terms, emphasizing that children are not just small patients but require specialized care from professionals who understand their unique needs.

RSU (Riksföreningen för Sjuksköterskor inom Urologi) is the Swedish National Association for Nurses in Urology. The organization works actively to develop and strengthen the professional role of urological nurses by disseminating knowledge about urological care and nursing, and serving as a forum for exchanging experiences. RSU provides its members with unique access to information, education, and a professional network within urology.

Riksidrottsförbundet (RF) is the Swedish Sports Confederation, the umbrella organization for the Swedish sports movement. Its mission is to support, represent, lead, and coordinate the sports movement in common matters, both nationally and internationally. The organization serves 3.1 million members across 18,000 sports associations and 72 specialized sports federations, covering 250 different sports with approximately 850,000 people in leadership roles.

The Road Safety Trust is an independent grant-giving charity dedicated to reducing the numbers of people killed or injured on UK roads. The Trust funds research and practical interventions to improve road safety, with a vision of achieving zero road deaths and serious injuries. Its funding comes from UKROEd, a subsidiary that operates the National Driver Offender Retraining Scheme (NDORS), enabling the Trust to award grants of up to £300,000 for up to three years to UK-based public sector and not-for-profit organisations.

The Robert Clutterbuck Charitable Trust exists to help other charities by making grants to them within set priority areas. The Trust focuses on supporting personnel within the Armed Forces and ex-servicemen and women, sport and recreational facilities for young people, welfare and protection of domestic animal life, natural history and wildlife, and hospices, churches, schools, health and social welfare charities. The Trust particularly prioritizes charities in Cheshire and Hertfordshire, generally favoring organizations with an annual turnover of £500,000 or less, and typically awards grants between £1,000 and £3,000 for specific items and projects rather than running costs.

Robert Gordon University (RGU) is a Scottish university located in Aberdeen, Scotland. The institution delivers world-class research across eleven academic schools and provides innovative research solutions for business and industry, generating economic, societal, environmental and cultural impact. RGU supports industry, government, non-profits and its wider community of learners in applying creativity, innovation, research, design thinking and entrepreneurship. The university is recognized for its rankings in graduate employability, industry connections and quality of teaching, with a global alumni network of over 80,000 graduates.

Rogaland fylkeskommune is the regional county authority for Rogaland county in southwestern Norway. As a county municipality (fylkeskommune), it is responsible for regional public services including education and schools, roads and public transportation, culture, sports and outdoor recreation, cultural heritage preservation, business development, nature, climate and environment, public health and integration, dental health, and regional planning. The organization provides grants, scholarships, and awards to support various initiatives in the region.

The Ron Brown Scholar Program is dedicated to supporting and nurturing future leaders through education, mentorship, and community engagement. Since 1996, the organization has been providing scholarships, leadership development, and guidance to young African Americans to help them achieve their highest potential. The program offers three main initiatives: the Signature Scholarship providing $40,000 scholarships to African American high school seniors who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and commitment to community service; the Leaders Network connecting scholars and alumni with career development opportunities and mentorship; and the Guided Pathway Support (GPS) Program providing African American high school juniors and seniors with guidance and resources to navigate the college admissions process. The organization has served over 700 scholars with a 99% graduation rate and annually serves approximately 2,000 students.

The Ron Pickering Memorial Fund (RPMF) is a UK-based charity established in memory of Ron Pickering OBE, dedicated to helping young British athletes fulfil their potential. Since 1992, the organization has awarded grants totaling over £2 million to support both able-bodied and disability athletes across the United Kingdom. The charity works in partnership with organizations such as British Athletics, Scottish Athletics, Welsh Athletics, and Athletics Northern Ireland to deliver support to young athletes in track and field.

The Rotary Club of Edmonton Mayfield is a local service organization and chapter of Rotary International based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The club brings together community members to support local, national, and international charitable causes through hands-on service projects, bursary programs, and fundraising initiatives. Their activities include supporting food banks, building playgrounds internationally, distributing menstrual health kits, and providing educational bursaries through the Buski-Lakhani Bursaries program.

The Royal Academy of Engineering is the UK's national academy for engineering. As a registered charity and fellowship of over 1,700 of the world's most eminent engineers, the Academy harnesses the power of engineering to build a sustainable society and an inclusive economy that works for everyone. It provides grants, prizes and programmes to support engineers at every career stage, from research fellowships to entrepreneurship support through its Enterprise Hub. The Academy also shapes engineering policy through the National Engineering Policy Centre, promotes engineering education, and works to increase diversity and inclusion in the profession.

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) has been an influential force in the direction and development of Australian agriculture through competitions, education and events since its foundation in 1822. The RAS is a not-for-profit organisation committed to supporting agricultural development and rural communities in Australia. The organization runs the iconic Sydney Royal Easter Show and offers grants, scholarships, and educational programs through its Foundation and AgriLink initiatives.

The Royal Anthropological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland (RAI) is a scholarly association dedicated to anthropology in all its many fields and applications. The RAI offers membership benefits including print and online access to journals, free or reduced-rate admission to events, access to the Anthropology Library and online resources, and free access to the RAI archives. The organization runs a range of anthropology activities including major conferences, seminars, book launches, film events, online courses, and educational programs covering forensic, cultural, and social anthropology.

The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) is a professional membership body that promotes the advancement of the science and practice of obstetrics and gynaecology. Based in London, it sets standards for clinical practice, provides training, examinations, and continuing professional development for O&G specialists worldwide. The College also produces clinical guidelines, patient information, and supports research to improve women's healthcare globally.

The Royal Geographical Society (RGS-IBG) is a charity, learned society and professional body in the UK, dedicated to advancing geography and geographical learning. The Society is unique in bridging the social and natural sciences, promoting geographical knowledge and its application to societal and environmental challenges and opportunities. It supports geographical research in the UK and overseas through grants programmes, maintains extensive collections, provides resources for education, and offers professional development pathways including Chartered Geographer status.

The Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland (RHASS) is a Scottish charity dedicated to supporting and advancing agriculture in Scotland. As the leading voice for Scottish agriculture, RHASS strives to preserve Scotland's rich agricultural legacy, educate people of all ages with knowledge and skills, and support farmers, rural businesses and communities through funding, awards, placements and partnerships. The organization invests in innovation, education, wellbeing and the environment, and hosts the Royal Highland Show, which attracts over 217,000 visitors annually.