2026 Annual Appeal
When you walk through Island Cemetery, you experience more than a serene landscape - you encounter the evolving history of the funerary art and legacy of generations who shaped our community. Each year, we work diligently to preserve this beautiful historic space through essential projects such as tree planting and pruning, monument care, and improvements that enhance the park-like setting our visitors cherish.
As we look toward 2027, your Annual Appeal gift will help us sustain this essential work, respond to unexpected needs, and share more of the cemetery’s history.Your support makes this work possible. By contributing to our Annual Appeal, you directly sustain the daily efforts of our dedicated staff and help protect the monuments, trees, and natural beauty that define Island Cemetery.
Please make your gift here, or mail a contribution to Island Cemetery, 30 Warner Street, Newport, RI 02840. Gifts supporting cemetery-wide care and preservation are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
A gift of $50, $100, $250, or any amount you choose will help. We are grateful for every contribution and for the trust you place in our work.
Thank you for being part of Island Cemetery’s story. Your kindness helps us honor those who rest here, welcome those who visit, and pass this remarkable place on to future generations.