RIBBA
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RIBBA is a non-profit organization dedicated to closing the wealth gap in Rhode Island. Visit https://ribba.org to learn more.
🚀 The Emerging Leaders Development Program invests in our workforce, equipping leaders for better jobs & promotions, benefiting RI families & communities. This week, Carolyn Belisle of @bcbsri.bsky.social inspired with insights on purpose-driven leadership.
➡️ Apply Today: ribba.org/emerging-lea...
➡️ Apply Today: ribba.org/emerging-lea...
February 13, 2026 at 4:29 PM
🚀 The Emerging Leaders Development Program invests in our workforce, equipping leaders for better jobs & promotions, benefiting RI families & communities. This week, Carolyn Belisle of @bcbsri.bsky.social inspired with insights on purpose-driven leadership.
➡️ Apply Today: ribba.org/emerging-lea...
➡️ Apply Today: ribba.org/emerging-lea...
Even in chaotic times, the power to dream remains. We were inspired watching our workforce development participants envision their futures. 💫
Applications are open for our statewide Emerging Leaders Development Program & LEAP Mentorship & Training Program. 💪
➡️ Apply: ribba.org/workforce-de...
Applications are open for our statewide Emerging Leaders Development Program & LEAP Mentorship & Training Program. 💪
➡️ Apply: ribba.org/workforce-de...
February 11, 2026 at 3:28 PM
Even in chaotic times, the power to dream remains. We were inspired watching our workforce development participants envision their futures. 💫
Applications are open for our statewide Emerging Leaders Development Program & LEAP Mentorship & Training Program. 💪
➡️ Apply: ribba.org/workforce-de...
Applications are open for our statewide Emerging Leaders Development Program & LEAP Mentorship & Training Program. 💪
➡️ Apply: ribba.org/workforce-de...
Black History Month is here, and our city is really SHOWING UP! 🖤💛❤️💚
February is packed with opportunities to connect, learn, & uplift, from vibrant cultural experiences to insightful conversations and celebratory events. We'll see you there!
#RhodeIsland #BlackHistoryMonth
February is packed with opportunities to connect, learn, & uplift, from vibrant cultural experiences to insightful conversations and celebratory events. We'll see you there!
#RhodeIsland #BlackHistoryMonth
February 9, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Black History Month is here, and our city is really SHOWING UP! 🖤💛❤️💚
February is packed with opportunities to connect, learn, & uplift, from vibrant cultural experiences to insightful conversations and celebratory events. We'll see you there!
#RhodeIsland #BlackHistoryMonth
February is packed with opportunities to connect, learn, & uplift, from vibrant cultural experiences to insightful conversations and celebratory events. We'll see you there!
#RhodeIsland #BlackHistoryMonth
✨ Join us as we celebrate RIBBA's "Sweet 16" and 16 years of empowering RI families at our Annual Meeting on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, from 5 PM – 7:30 PM at Farm Fresh RI. Enjoy a cocktail hour, networking, & a marketplace featuring #RIBBA vendors.
➡️ Reserve your spot: ribba.org/annualmeeting
➡️ Reserve your spot: ribba.org/annualmeeting
February 6, 2026 at 7:04 PM
✨ Join us as we celebrate RIBBA's "Sweet 16" and 16 years of empowering RI families at our Annual Meeting on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, from 5 PM – 7:30 PM at Farm Fresh RI. Enjoy a cocktail hour, networking, & a marketplace featuring #RIBBA vendors.
➡️ Reserve your spot: ribba.org/annualmeeting
➡️ Reserve your spot: ribba.org/annualmeeting
📣 Former & current #RIBBA clients: Vendor applications are OPEN for our Annual Meeting April 7, 2026, 5 PM - 7:30 PM at Farm Fresh RI! Showcase your business, sell products, & #network with 200+ attendees.
➡️ Deadline: Feb. 28. Apply: ribba.org/annual-meeti...
#RhodeIsland
➡️ Deadline: Feb. 28. Apply: ribba.org/annual-meeti...
#RhodeIsland
February 4, 2026 at 8:00 PM
📣 Former & current #RIBBA clients: Vendor applications are OPEN for our Annual Meeting April 7, 2026, 5 PM - 7:30 PM at Farm Fresh RI! Showcase your business, sell products, & #network with 200+ attendees.
➡️ Deadline: Feb. 28. Apply: ribba.org/annual-meeti...
#RhodeIsland
➡️ Deadline: Feb. 28. Apply: ribba.org/annual-meeti...
#RhodeIsland
🎓 Are you or do you know a #RhodeIsland high school senior planning to begin your freshman year at an accredited college or university in Fall 2026? #RIBBA is excited to announce that applications are officially open for our 2026 #Scholarship Program! ✨
👉 Apply Today: ribba.org/scholarship 📢
👉 Apply Today: ribba.org/scholarship 📢
January 28, 2026 at 7:26 PM
🎓 Are you or do you know a #RhodeIsland high school senior planning to begin your freshman year at an accredited college or university in Fall 2026? #RIBBA is excited to announce that applications are officially open for our 2026 #Scholarship Program! ✨
👉 Apply Today: ribba.org/scholarship 📢
👉 Apply Today: ribba.org/scholarship 📢
Emerging Leaders Cohort V is forging a new leadership mindset this year! Session 4 challenged participants to analyze societal norms & develop strategies to stand out, both in reality & digitally. 💪
Want to be a part of the next cohort? Apply Now: ribba.org/emerging-lea... 🚀
#RhodeIsland
Want to be a part of the next cohort? Apply Now: ribba.org/emerging-lea... 🚀
#RhodeIsland
January 22, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Emerging Leaders Cohort V is forging a new leadership mindset this year! Session 4 challenged participants to analyze societal norms & develop strategies to stand out, both in reality & digitally. 💪
Want to be a part of the next cohort? Apply Now: ribba.org/emerging-lea... 🚀
#RhodeIsland
Want to be a part of the next cohort? Apply Now: ribba.org/emerging-lea... 🚀
#RhodeIsland
Hear from Deivi Elias, Branch Manager at Coastal1 Credit Union, on his Emerging Leaders journey. 🚀
Ready to invest in yourself in 2026? Applications for this statewide program are now open! This is YOUR moment. ✨
➡️ Apply Today: ribba.org/emerging-lea...
#RhodeIsland #WorkforceDevelopment
Ready to invest in yourself in 2026? Applications for this statewide program are now open! This is YOUR moment. ✨
➡️ Apply Today: ribba.org/emerging-lea...
#RhodeIsland #WorkforceDevelopment
January 16, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Hear from Deivi Elias, Branch Manager at Coastal1 Credit Union, on his Emerging Leaders journey. 🚀
Ready to invest in yourself in 2026? Applications for this statewide program are now open! This is YOUR moment. ✨
➡️ Apply Today: ribba.org/emerging-lea...
#RhodeIsland #WorkforceDevelopment
Ready to invest in yourself in 2026? Applications for this statewide program are now open! This is YOUR moment. ✨
➡️ Apply Today: ribba.org/emerging-lea...
#RhodeIsland #WorkforceDevelopment
Save the Date! 🗓️ Join us on Tuesday, April 7th, 2026, as we celebrate #RIBBA's accomplishments over the past year & award scholarships to college-bound students. ✨ This special evening you don't want to miss!
🔗 Sign up to be notified when registration opens: ribba.org/subscribe
🔗 Sign up to be notified when registration opens: ribba.org/subscribe
January 8, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Save the Date! 🗓️ Join us on Tuesday, April 7th, 2026, as we celebrate #RIBBA's accomplishments over the past year & award scholarships to college-bound students. ✨ This special evening you don't want to miss!
🔗 Sign up to be notified when registration opens: ribba.org/subscribe
🔗 Sign up to be notified when registration opens: ribba.org/subscribe
As we step into 2026, we are filled with gratitude. Thank you to our members, partners, & volunteers who supported our mission of closing the wealth gap in Rhode Island this past year. 🤝
➡️ Make a gift or become a monthly donor:
ribba.org/donate
🔗 Connect: ribba.org/connect
#NewYear #RIBBA
➡️ Make a gift or become a monthly donor:
ribba.org/donate
🔗 Connect: ribba.org/connect
#NewYear #RIBBA
January 5, 2026 at 5:30 PM
As we step into 2026, we are filled with gratitude. Thank you to our members, partners, & volunteers who supported our mission of closing the wealth gap in Rhode Island this past year. 🤝
➡️ Make a gift or become a monthly donor:
ribba.org/donate
🔗 Connect: ribba.org/connect
#NewYear #RIBBA
➡️ Make a gift or become a monthly donor:
ribba.org/donate
🔗 Connect: ribba.org/connect
#NewYear #RIBBA
Our hearts are heavy as we grieve the shooting that occurred at Brown University, which claimed 2 promising lives. We extend our deepest sympathies to all who have been affected. We remain committed to caring for one another with compassion & solidarity during this painful time.
December 18, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Our hearts are heavy as we grieve the shooting that occurred at Brown University, which claimed 2 promising lives. We extend our deepest sympathies to all who have been affected. We remain committed to caring for one another with compassion & solidarity during this painful time.
🎉 It's that time of year again! ✨ Our Holiday heRItage Market is back & you are invited! Join beari on Wed., Dec. 10th from 5 pm - 8 pm at Hope Events on Main in the Pawtucket, RI for a festive evening supporting local businesses. See you there! 🎁
🔗 RSVP: www.facebook.com/share/1Ci8wW...
🔗 RSVP: www.facebook.com/share/1Ci8wW...
December 8, 2025 at 6:36 PM
🎉 It's that time of year again! ✨ Our Holiday heRItage Market is back & you are invited! Join beari on Wed., Dec. 10th from 5 pm - 8 pm at Hope Events on Main in the Pawtucket, RI for a festive evening supporting local businesses. See you there! 🎁
🔗 RSVP: www.facebook.com/share/1Ci8wW...
🔗 RSVP: www.facebook.com/share/1Ci8wW...
🎉 It's that time of year again! ✨ Our Holiday heRItage Market is back & you are invited! Join beari on Wed., Dec. 10th from 5 pm - 8 pm at Hope Artiste Village in the Pawtucket, RI for a festive evening supporting local businesses. See you there! 🎁
🔗 RSVP: facebook.com/share/1ABQDR...
#RhodeIsland
🔗 RSVP: facebook.com/share/1ABQDR...
#RhodeIsland
December 8, 2025 at 6:28 PM
🎉 It's that time of year again! ✨ Our Holiday heRItage Market is back & you are invited! Join beari on Wed., Dec. 10th from 5 pm - 8 pm at Hope Artiste Village in the Pawtucket, RI for a festive evening supporting local businesses. See you there! 🎁
🔗 RSVP: facebook.com/share/1ABQDR...
#RhodeIsland
🔗 RSVP: facebook.com/share/1ABQDR...
#RhodeIsland
Thank you to everyone who donated this @GivingTuesday.bsky.social! 🤝 Your generosity fuels our work to strengthen small businesses & empower families in Rhode Island.
If you didn’t get a chance to give, there’s still time to make an impact. 💙 #GivingTuesday #Fundraiser
➡️ Donate: ribba.org/donate
If you didn’t get a chance to give, there’s still time to make an impact. 💙 #GivingTuesday #Fundraiser
➡️ Donate: ribba.org/donate
December 5, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Thank you to everyone who donated this @GivingTuesday.bsky.social! 🤝 Your generosity fuels our work to strengthen small businesses & empower families in Rhode Island.
If you didn’t get a chance to give, there’s still time to make an impact. 💙 #GivingTuesday #Fundraiser
➡️ Donate: ribba.org/donate
If you didn’t get a chance to give, there’s still time to make an impact. 💙 #GivingTuesday #Fundraiser
➡️ Donate: ribba.org/donate
We are asking for your support this @GivingTuesday.bsky.social to meet our goal of $5,000, as we continue our important work of helping Rhode Island families & small businesses thrive. 🚀 Every donation, no matter the amount makes an impact! #GivingTuesday
🤝 Donate: ribba.org/donate
🤝 Donate: ribba.org/donate
December 2, 2025 at 10:56 PM
We are asking for your support this @GivingTuesday.bsky.social to meet our goal of $5,000, as we continue our important work of helping Rhode Island families & small businesses thrive. 🚀 Every donation, no matter the amount makes an impact! #GivingTuesday
🤝 Donate: ribba.org/donate
🤝 Donate: ribba.org/donate
Today is @GivingTuesday.bsky.social & we are inspired by RI small business owner & #RIBBA client, Charise Wilson of Workforce Ready Solutions!
Make a lasting impact in the lives of Rhode Island families. Any amount makes a difference! 🤝
🔗 Donate: ribba.org/donate
#GivingTuesday
Make a lasting impact in the lives of Rhode Island families. Any amount makes a difference! 🤝
🔗 Donate: ribba.org/donate
#GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Today is @GivingTuesday.bsky.social & we are inspired by RI small business owner & #RIBBA client, Charise Wilson of Workforce Ready Solutions!
Make a lasting impact in the lives of Rhode Island families. Any amount makes a difference! 🤝
🔗 Donate: ribba.org/donate
#GivingTuesday
Make a lasting impact in the lives of Rhode Island families. Any amount makes a difference! 🤝
🔗 Donate: ribba.org/donate
#GivingTuesday
🌍 Today is #GivingTuesday!
#RIBBA is celebrating 15 years of empowering #RhodeIsland families to thrive. Your support helps close the wealth gap and creates lasting change.
🤝 Join us—your donation makes a difference: ribba.org/donate
Thank you for your generosity!
#Fundraiser
#RIBBA is celebrating 15 years of empowering #RhodeIsland families to thrive. Your support helps close the wealth gap and creates lasting change.
🤝 Join us—your donation makes a difference: ribba.org/donate
Thank you for your generosity!
#Fundraiser
December 2, 2025 at 1:16 PM
🌍 Today is #GivingTuesday!
#RIBBA is celebrating 15 years of empowering #RhodeIsland families to thrive. Your support helps close the wealth gap and creates lasting change.
🤝 Join us—your donation makes a difference: ribba.org/donate
Thank you for your generosity!
#Fundraiser
#RIBBA is celebrating 15 years of empowering #RhodeIsland families to thrive. Your support helps close the wealth gap and creates lasting change.
🤝 Join us—your donation makes a difference: ribba.org/donate
Thank you for your generosity!
#Fundraiser
🎉 We celebrated a major milestone as our Emerging Leaders Development Program Pawtucket Cohort completed their 7-month journey of growth & transformation. Congratulations! 🎓
➡️ Applications are accepted on a rolling basis: ribba.org/emerging-lea...
#RhodeIsland #WorkforceDevelopment #RIBBA
➡️ Applications are accepted on a rolling basis: ribba.org/emerging-lea...
#RhodeIsland #WorkforceDevelopment #RIBBA
November 26, 2025 at 6:04 PM
🎉 We celebrated a major milestone as our Emerging Leaders Development Program Pawtucket Cohort completed their 7-month journey of growth & transformation. Congratulations! 🎓
➡️ Applications are accepted on a rolling basis: ribba.org/emerging-lea...
#RhodeIsland #WorkforceDevelopment #RIBBA
➡️ Applications are accepted on a rolling basis: ribba.org/emerging-lea...
#RhodeIsland #WorkforceDevelopment #RIBBA
Check out the video recap of our Annual Awards Gala! ✨
Thank you to everyone who made #RIBBA's 15th anniversary celebration one to remember. 🤝 Congratulations to the awardees! 👏
➡ If you didn't get the chance to give to our fundraiser, you can do so here: ribba.org/gala We appreciate your support!
Thank you to everyone who made #RIBBA's 15th anniversary celebration one to remember. 🤝 Congratulations to the awardees! 👏
➡ If you didn't get the chance to give to our fundraiser, you can do so here: ribba.org/gala We appreciate your support!
November 25, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Check out the video recap of our Annual Awards Gala! ✨
Thank you to everyone who made #RIBBA's 15th anniversary celebration one to remember. 🤝 Congratulations to the awardees! 👏
➡ If you didn't get the chance to give to our fundraiser, you can do so here: ribba.org/gala We appreciate your support!
Thank you to everyone who made #RIBBA's 15th anniversary celebration one to remember. 🤝 Congratulations to the awardees! 👏
➡ If you didn't get the chance to give to our fundraiser, you can do so here: ribba.org/gala We appreciate your support!
We are coming together to spread hope & support families. You can make a difference by donating canned goods or monetary donations!
🥫 Drop-Off:
🗓️ Now – Thursday, November 20th
⏰ 9 AM – 5 PM
📍 RIBBA's Hub, 220 Smith St., Providence, RI
🤝 Donate: ribba.org/food-drive
#RhodeIsland #FoodDrive
🥫 Drop-Off:
🗓️ Now – Thursday, November 20th
⏰ 9 AM – 5 PM
📍 RIBBA's Hub, 220 Smith St., Providence, RI
🤝 Donate: ribba.org/food-drive
#RhodeIsland #FoodDrive
RIBBA Food Drive
This holiday season, RIBBA is bringing the community together to ensure that families in need can enjoy a warm and plentiful Thanksgiving meal. We invite you to join us in giving back by contributing ...
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November 18, 2025 at 7:15 PM
We are coming together to spread hope & support families. You can make a difference by donating canned goods or monetary donations!
🥫 Drop-Off:
🗓️ Now – Thursday, November 20th
⏰ 9 AM – 5 PM
📍 RIBBA's Hub, 220 Smith St., Providence, RI
🤝 Donate: ribba.org/food-drive
#RhodeIsland #FoodDrive
🥫 Drop-Off:
🗓️ Now – Thursday, November 20th
⏰ 9 AM – 5 PM
📍 RIBBA's Hub, 220 Smith St., Providence, RI
🤝 Donate: ribba.org/food-drive
#RhodeIsland #FoodDrive
We are proud to celebrate our Civic Partner, Bank Newport! 🎉
Thank you for your ongoing support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. ✨
➡️ Interested in becoming a partner? Email us at [email protected] or visit ribba.org/partnership
Thank you for your ongoing support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. ✨
➡️ Interested in becoming a partner? Email us at [email protected] or visit ribba.org/partnership
November 6, 2025 at 4:12 PM
We are proud to celebrate our Civic Partner, Bank Newport! 🎉
Thank you for your ongoing support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. ✨
➡️ Interested in becoming a partner? Email us at [email protected] or visit ribba.org/partnership
Thank you for your ongoing support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. ✨
➡️ Interested in becoming a partner? Email us at [email protected] or visit ribba.org/partnership
We are proud to celebrate our Civic Partner, Bally's Lincoln Casino Resort! 🎉
Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. We appreciate your commitment to making a meaningful impact in our community. ✨
⌛ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland
Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. We appreciate your commitment to making a meaningful impact in our community. ✨
⌛ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland
November 5, 2025 at 4:26 PM
We are proud to celebrate our Civic Partner, Bally's Lincoln Casino Resort! 🎉
Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. We appreciate your commitment to making a meaningful impact in our community. ✨
⌛ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland
Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. We appreciate your commitment to making a meaningful impact in our community. ✨
⌛ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland
We are proud to celebrate our Platinum Sponsor, Rhode Island Commerce (@commerceri.bsky.social)! 🎉
Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission and programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. ✨
🎟️ Purchase your tickets, ad, or table today: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland #Fundraiser #Networking
Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission and programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. ✨
🎟️ Purchase your tickets, ad, or table today: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland #Fundraiser #Networking
November 4, 2025 at 5:22 PM
We are proud to celebrate our Platinum Sponsor, Rhode Island Commerce (@commerceri.bsky.social)! 🎉
Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission and programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. ✨
🎟️ Purchase your tickets, ad, or table today: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland #Fundraiser #Networking
Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission and programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. ✨
🎟️ Purchase your tickets, ad, or table today: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland #Fundraiser #Networking
We are proud to celebrate our Platinum Sponsor, Bristol County Savings Bank! 🎉
Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. ✨
⌛ Purchase your tickets, ad, or table today: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland #Nonprofit #Fundraiser #RIBBAPartner
Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. ✨
⌛ Purchase your tickets, ad, or table today: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland #Nonprofit #Fundraiser #RIBBAPartner
November 3, 2025 at 3:05 PM
We are proud to celebrate our Platinum Sponsor, Bristol County Savings Bank! 🎉
Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. ✨
⌛ Purchase your tickets, ad, or table today: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland #Nonprofit #Fundraiser #RIBBAPartner
Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. ✨
⌛ Purchase your tickets, ad, or table today: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland #Nonprofit #Fundraiser #RIBBAPartner
🎉 We are proud to honor Muraina Akinfolarin with the Change Agent Award at our Annual Awards Gala!
Join us in celebrating Muraina's impactful legacy next Friday, November 7th, at 6 PM at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick, RI. ✨
🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland #Networking #Fundraiser
Join us in celebrating Muraina's impactful legacy next Friday, November 7th, at 6 PM at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick, RI. ✨
🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland #Networking #Fundraiser
October 31, 2025 at 2:04 PM
🎉 We are proud to honor Muraina Akinfolarin with the Change Agent Award at our Annual Awards Gala!
Join us in celebrating Muraina's impactful legacy next Friday, November 7th, at 6 PM at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick, RI. ✨
🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland #Networking #Fundraiser
Join us in celebrating Muraina's impactful legacy next Friday, November 7th, at 6 PM at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick, RI. ✨
🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala
#RhodeIsland #Networking #Fundraiser