Left the RI Civic Leadership Summit inspired. These students aren’t just learning about civic engagement, they’re already living it. The next generation of community leaders is ready!

Chag Pesach Sameach! Wishing a happy and peaceful Passover to all who celebrate.

Celebrated a milestone in Woonsocket yesterday with the ribbon cutting for Millrace Mills, the transformation of a historic mill into dozens of units of quality, affordable housing. Rhode Island Foundation has been proud to support this effort.

Glad to be back in studio with @tednesi.bsky.social and @timwhiteri.bsky.social @wpri12.bsky.social to break down recommendations for a new school funding system for our state. Be sure to watch Newsmakers this weekend, and read more from earlier this week: www.wpri.com/news/politic...

Our community is hurting after the tragic shooting at Brown University. If you saw something, heard something, or know something - no matter how small - please come forward.

Our hearts are with everyone touched by Saturday’s tragedy at Brown University. We stand ready to help the community turn sorrow and compassion into meaningful support and recovery.

I’m deeply saddened by the passing of A.T. Wall, a dedicated public servant who helped to shape corrections policy across our country. His work proved that justice and humanity strengthen each other. Rest in peace, Director Wall. Your legacy of compassionate leadership endures.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

On Veteran’s Day we pause to honor and thank the brave women and men who have served our country with courage. Thank you for your dedication and sacrifice.

Big congrats to Trinity Rep on officially breaking ground for their expansion! At Rhode Island Foundation we’re proud to support this step forward for RI’s arts scene and can’t wait to see what’s next.

Thinking of my dear friend Liz Cheney, and her entire family today. My hope is that they find comfort in the legacy of service, and deep love of country, that our former Vice President has left behind. May he rest in peace.

🥫SNAP benefits are suspended. 143,000 RI’ers are at risk of hunger. We’re committing $1M in emergency grants — and asking YOU to help. 💙 Donate: rifoundation.org/food #TogetherRI

Gumbofest exceeded expectations! There’s something special about gathering around good food and powerful stories. Glad to join in to support College Unbound.

From moving train tracks to relocating 195, the Providence Foundation has helped to shape our capital city through powerful partnerships. @rifoundation we’re proud to support this vital organization and continue the transformational work together. Here’s to 50 years of impact!

Wishing everyone a sweet and meaningful Rosh Hashanah, may this new year bring renewal, reflection, and joy.

Excited to join a panel at the Nat’l Conference on Citizenship exploring the question: What if we strengthened civic health from the bottom up? We discussed how place-based philanthropy, led by community foundations, can action on civic renewal through year-round local engagement.

It was such a pleasure to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month - a time for us to focus on celebrating the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and countless contributions of Hispanic and Latin Americans - at the Gala de la Hispanidad this weekend.

Happy 30 Foster Forward! Thank you for working tirelessly to improve outcomes within the child welfare system by prioritizing RI’s children, youth, and families. It’s our honor at Rhode Island Foundation to support your work.

Today we remember the lives lost and honor the heroes who responded with courage on September 11, 2001. We carry forward the resilience and unity that emerged, the strength of the American spirit, and our commitment to never forget.

Welcoming First Lady of Cabo Verde to East Providence to hear about her new initiative to help women recover from drug and alcohol abuse.

On Labor Day, we honor the grit and resilience of Rhode Island’s workers and their families. Together, we’ll keep building a state where everyone can thrive.

Rhode Island has lost a giant with the passing of Judge Caprio. He ably demonstrated kindness and dedication to justice throughout his life, sharing his gift of compassion with the world and inspiring millions. Rest in peace, my dear friend.

Excited to host colleagues from dozens of the country’s largest community foundations @rifoundation this week. Looking forward to learning from each other, and showing off the Ocean State!

Congratulations to the 2025 @rifoundation scholarship recipients 🎉 It was so inspiring to celebrate with you, we can’t wait to see what comes next for each and every one of you!

Joined my Uncle Bud today to celebrate with Aquidneck Island’s Forum Lodge #391, Order Sons of Italy in America as they honored the eldest members of the Lodge. Such a lovely celebration of Italian culture and community!

We dedicated Rita Murphy Way today, at Rounds Ave., in Rita’s beloved Providence. A dear friend and colleague for many years, Rita has dedicated her life to selfless public service and to finding solutions for those in need. Thank you, Rita!

Rhode Island has lost a creative giant and an inspiring, dedicated philanthropist in my friend, Alan Hassenfeld. Thank you for the legacy you’ve left, rest in peace, we will miss you.

The 4th of July has special meaning here in RI, where we led the 13 colonies in renouncing the crown. We’ve always had a fiercely independent spirit, confidence in the ties that bind us as Americans, and great hope for our nation’s future. Happy Independence Day, RI!

Excited to welcome a new cohort of Teach for America educators to RI! We’re eager for you to get to know our state’s amazing teachers and kids, and to become part of the community.

Congratulations to the honorees at this evening’s Jewish Alliance of Greater RI Annual Meeting - Edward Feldstein, Rabbi Neimeiser, Amy Page DeBlasio, Katie Ziegler, and Michele Gallagher!

Happy 40th to the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council and its founder the inimitable Bob Billington!

Wishing a wonderful Father’s Day to my dad Jack, and all of the amazing fathers who are celebrating today!

Incredible Pell Awards Gala, to benefit Trinity Rep this evening. Congratulations to Tina Fey, Kelli O’Hara, Bernadet Pitts-Wiley, and Loren Spears - and thank you for sharing your inspiring talents with the world to advance the arts and draw us all closer together!

We raised the Pride flag in East Providence today and I was honored to offer remarks on the privilege – and the responsibility –- that we have to advocate for equality, awareness, and acceptance. Thanks to Mayor DaSilva for inviting me, and Happy Pride to all!

What a great morning at Sackett Street - congratulations to the student Rangers and school team members who were honored by the RI School Recycling Project for their efforts to compost, recycle, and reduce reduce food waste!

Commencement + reunion weekend at RISD is always a creative masterpiece. Glad to spend this evening celebrating the 2025 awardees in the Grand Gallery.

Enjoyed an early kickoff to Pride Month with GLAD Law - reflecting on what has been a challenging year, committed to continuing to support the work of this vital advocacy organization.

Glad to reunite with the Family Service PVD Go Team. For 20+ years this effort has made a profound difference, at Rhode Island Foundation we’re honored to help grow the endowment that will support this work long into the future.

Spent some time with new friends at Hamilton Elementary School in North Kingstown today. We did some reading and made plans for new student government (maybe, if the grown-ups agree)!

Forever grateful for those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. May we honor their courage and patriotism today, and everyday.

Congratulations to all of the awardees of this year’s Providence Business News Business Women Awards!

Tonight’s gala is a spectacular end to the year-long centennial celebration for Temple Emanu-El. Happy 100 to this incredible Providence institution!

Grateful for the recent recognition at the Greater Providence YMCA Heroes Breakfast, and even more grateful for the incredible work the team at the Y does to create space for healthy living, youth development, and community connection.

Happy Mother’s Day! I’m so grateful for my wonderful mom. She taught my siblings and me the importance of service and generosity, and has always made sure we know we are loved unconditionally.

An inspiring Spring Celebration tonight for College Visions! Rhode Island Foundation has supported CV since its earliest days, and we couldn’t be more proud of the impact this incredible organization continues to make in the lives of so many young Rhode Islanders.

Had breakfast in Central Falls this morning in support of the Narragansett Council of Scouts of America. Thanks to generous RIers we have several funds at the Foundation that support scouting statewide.

Really pleased and inspired to see how IYRS School of Technology and Trades is approaching training the next generation of makers, designers, and craftspeople. Thank you for the tour and conversation!

Such an honor to attend the public investiture of U.S. District Court judge Melissa DuBose. Thank you, Justice DuBose, for your service, and clear-eyed commitment to justice, fairness, and the role of the court in society.

I always look forward to the CCRI Raising Opportunities event - and this year it’s a milestone! 60 years of serving all RIers by providing a high-quality, affordable education.