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CONTENTS
Challenges for nonprofits reach unimagined heights................................................ 6
Finding ways to stay essential, even in hard times................................................... 10
R.I. food bank has full plate in combating pandemic................................................12
List: Foundations in Rhode Island...............................................................................18
List: Nonprofit Social Service & Advocacy Organizations........................................ 22
5 Questions with Neil D. Steinberg............................................................................ 23
ADVERTISERS
Adoption Rhode Island............................................................................................ 8-9
Amenity Aid................................................................................................................. 11
Bank of America........................................................................................................4-5
Day One....................................................................................................................... 11
Family Service of Rhode Island.................................................................................... 3
Gem Heating and Plumbing........................................................................................13
Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation.................................................13
March of Dimes...........................................................................................................14
Partridge, Snow & Hahn LLP...................................................................................... 24
Rhode Island Free Clinic..............................................................................................15
Skills For Rhode Island’s Future............................................................................. 16-17
Stand Up For Animals.................................................................................................19
United HealthCare................................................................................................. 14-15
United Way of Rhode Island................................................................................. 20-21
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Challenges for nonprofits
reach unimagined heights
HUNGRY TO HELP: Heather Hole
Strout, left, executive director of the
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commu-
nity Center in Newport, distributes
chowder and chicken vegetable bean
soup to the needy recently in a new
BY ALEXA GAGOSZ | Gagosz@PBN.com partnership with McGrath Clambakes
IT’S
Inc. of Newport. Assisting with the
times like these that Dorcas International Institute of Rhode distribution are T.R. McGrath, third
from left, owner of McGrath Clam-
Island President Kathleen Cloutier feels as though all the non- bakes, and his daughter Aibhlinn.
profits in Rhode Island are competing for the same funds. PBN PHOTO/KATE WHITNEY LUCEY
The novel coronavirus its own because of fears of layoffs.
has slowed the economy and pinched The nonprofit also received a $60,000
at the pocketbooks of individuals, and grant from the COVID-19 Response have evaporated as the pandemic has
the effects are being felt at Dorcas, an Fund through the United Way of Rhode lingered for months. In some cases,
organization that helps refugees and Island and the Rhode Island Foundation regular donors of money and supplies
immigrants to establish themselves in to provide rental assistance to those who are now finding themselves asking for
the U.S. with job training, legal help lost income due to COVID-19. help, too.
and English classes. Now that money is gone, and Clouti- In other cases, large fundraising
Because of the uncertainty sur- er is looking to boost private donations, a galas that some organizations rely on
rounding federal stimulus funding, daunting task considering that count- to make ends meet have been either
Rhode Island leaders have delayed less other nonprofits are trying to do drastically scaled back or postponed
approving a state budget, which was the same. “We’re all going to the same because of fears of spreading COVID-19.
expected to contain an appropriation well,” said Cloutier. “And we’re just all “There are no fundraising events
covering about 10% of Dorcas’ funding. trying to keep our heads above water.” happening anytime soon. Nonprofits
Without that money, the agency has The struggles of fundraising are will have to continue to pivot and think
been forced to cut in half the number of nothing new for charitable organiza- creatively,” said Cortney Nicolato,
people it serves. tions, but the COVID-19 pandemic has CEO and president of the United Way of
Dorcas did receive a Paycheck Pro- taken those challenges to new, stom- Rhode Island.
tection Program loan to keep employ- ach-churning heights. To that end, the United Way and the
ees on board. But in recent months, a While the needs of Rhode Islanders Rhode Island Foundation partnered to
quarter of Cloutier’s workforce left on have increased, sources of funding establish the COVID-19 Response Fund
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in March and have raised more than $7
million to support nonprofits across the
state. So far, the fund has distributed ‘Nonprofits will have
to continue to pivot and
millions of dollars to more than 270
local charitable groups.
And it hasn’t stopped. The COVID-19
Response Fund continues to raise mon-
ey because the need hasn’t dissipated.
think creatively.’
“It’s not just about how we at United CORTNEY NICOLATO, United Way of
Way and Rhode Island Foundation Rhode Island CEO and president
make it sustainable,” Nicolato said.
“It’s also about our donors and our
corporate partners, by continuing to
have conversations with them around
the need for us to keep this sustainable the staff may soon witness.
for the community. “There are people that are suffering
“We’ve told many donors, ‘We’ll [who] have never struggled before.
probably come back to you,’ ” she And I think we’re going to see a lot of
added. businesses close in Newport this win- PBN FILE PHOTO/MICHAEL SALERNO
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ter,” said Strout. “I really hope that’s not
Community Center has received about what happens, but we’re preparing now
the College Crusade received $50,000
$75,000 from the COVID-19 Response for significant growth as the need for our
from the COVID-19 Response Fund to
Fund, but the center is trying to find services increases this year.
provide graduating high schoolers with
other sources as the number of resi- “I do believe that we will survive their deposits for college.
dents on Aquidneck Island needing help worse than what we’ve already been “A lot of our students said they
continues to rise. The center has had through,” she added. were ready to go to school in the fall
some fundraising success, but competi- Fundraising difficulties vary from but didn’t have the $500 to make that
tion for grants at the national level can nonprofit to nonprofit. initial deposit,” said Andrew Bramson,
be stiff. For example, groups involved in the College Crusade CEO and president.
Executive Director Heather Hole arts depend on consumers and patrons “This was in May and June when
Strout said she’s found it heartwarming purchasing tickets to exhibits and unemployment was already high, but
that some people from the community shows, but many in-person events are unemployment among our first-genera-
continue to make donations, some of either prohibited or must be reduced tion families was even worse.”
which come weekly and some of which in size. And social-service agencies But because the state budget is in
are from those who can barely afford it. providing critical services to vulner- limbo, the group hasn’t received its
“If somebody sends $100 each week able populations could see revenue usual appropriation from the state,
for several weeks, it really adds up,” losses because the situation with state equivalent to about 10% of the College
said Strout. “Recently, I got a $10 check appropriations is murky. Crusade’s operating expenses.
in the mail from one of our clients for The financial pressure is building Bramson said foundations and
our mobile food pantry. To us, and that everywhere. donors have been generous by being
client, that $10 donation really rep- “So while the food bank and pantries flexible on what the College Crusade
resents a million dollars because it was are trying to keep up and manage their has been able to use grants and contri-
such a stretch for them.” expenses, there [are] more people show- butions for, also known as a new wave
Strout said she believes the commu- ing up for food. It’s a double whammy,” of “trust-based philanthropy.”
nity center will survive the crisis, but said Neil D. Steinberg, CEO and pres- “The question is ... how that gener-
she isn’t blind to the hardship she and ident of the Rhode Island Foundation. osity endures over time and whether
“That was the whole point of designing that type of flexibility and extra fund-
the COVID-19 Response Fund, for the ing next year will be the same,” said
nonprofits that serve vulnerable popu- Bramson. “I’m much more concerned
lations.” about next year.”
The College Crusade of Rhode Island So is Steinberg.
typically serves about 4,000 students each
“The blow hasn’t come fully yet,” he
year to help prepare and inspire them
said. “State agencies are already work-
to be the first ones in their families to
ing on their 2022 budgets and looking at
attend and complete college. The program
potential cuts.”
provides emergency funds typically But while the full economic effects of
designated for transportation, hous- the pandemic could not have been pre-
ing and purchasing books. This year, dicted, some are calling for more in the
sector to be open to partnering together
to stop duplicating efforts and fighting
FUTURE CONCERNS: Andrew Bramson, for the same dollars.
CEO and president of the College Cru- “It’s not about everyone trying to
sade of Rhode Island, says donors and do everything,” said Cloutier. “Togeth-
foundations have been generous during er, we are very effective in creating a
the crisis, but he worries about next year. voice for those [who] didn’t have one
PBN FILE PHOTO/MICHAEL SALERNO
before. Ultimately, it’s how we will all
survive.” n
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GOALS At Adoption RI, we would like to their strengths and talents. We are working
see a time when no child ages out towards the day when foster youth have better
of the foster care system alone in this world. access and supports to prepare for and achieve
We want to reduce the length of time children a future that includes a college degree, a steady
290 West Exchange St., Suite 100 wait in foster care for permanency, and provide income, a stable home and an adult they can
Providence, RI 02903 the necessary services to support children turn to, at the same rate as non-foster youth.
and families post adoption. We urge our We dream of the day that every child has a
401-865-6000 • AdoptionRI.org community to listen to the voices of children 'family' and hope that the kids involved with
and youth in foster care and to see them for Adoption RI know we believe in them.
MISSION STATEMENT
Adoption Rhode Island’s mission
is to create safety, belonging and
UPCOMING EVENTS and our website at AdoptionRI.org to see
November is National Adoption Month the many workshops and programs ARI has
permanency for adopted and foster planned for children and families, as well as
This year's theme: Engage Youth – Listen &
children, vulnerable youth and
Learn. National Adoption Month this year will ways you can help ensure that no youth in
families through compassionate have a special focus on older youth and ways foster care moves to adulthood without a
services, advocacy and education. we can support and improve positive outcomes place to belong and people who care.
in their lives through education, lifeskills train- During this time when in-person events are
NUMBER OF YEAR ANNUAL ings, and building permanent connections. restricted, we need you because youth in
EMPLOYEES ESTABLISHED BUDGET
33 1983 $2.5M Connect with ARI social media (/AdoptionRI) foster care still need you.
FUNDRAISING Adoption Rhode Island HOW YOU CAN HELP
exists because children When you donate to Adoption RI, you
need us. And we need you -- to make sure that surround children and teens in foster care
their lives are significantly better when they with compassionate, comprehensive services
leave us than when we first meet them. that help children heal from hurt and trauma
Some – but not all – of the funds that directly and prepare them to open their hearts to a
touch the lives of children, teens and families better future. You ensure that teens complete
come from ARI’s contracts with government high school and leave foster care on a path to
DARLENE ALLEN STEVEN PARENTE adulthood—with people who care by their side.
Board President
agencies. We depend on donations from the
CEO and
Executive Director Executive VP & Director of community—people like you—to change the At this critical time, your donations will keep
Retail Banking, BankRI lives of those who need us. Adoption RI on the front lines helping the
Donations close the gap between what children, youth, and families who have been
There are hundreds of contracts and other government funding pays hurt most as we all continue to deal with
children who, by no fault of for, and what it truly costs for ARI’s team to go COVID 19. Investing in our latest initiative,
their own, are in Rhode Island the extra mile, and never give up on any of the The Center for Advanced Practice will help
state foster care and in need children and teens we will serve in the coming thousands more children, teens and families
of a permanent connection to year. We rely on fundraising for more than by bringing specialized support, training and
stand by them forever. $800,000 each year in program costs critical to sharing of best practice to the workforce of
Every Child is One Caring fulfilling a child’s dream of a better tomorrow. teachers, child-welfare workers, and doctors
charged with their care.
Adult Away from Being a
Success Story!
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
FUNDING SOURCES
OFFICERS
Special
Events
STEVEN PARENTE HOWARD DULUDE TODD COSTA JULIE NAVARRO
11%
Board President Board Vice President Board Treasurer Board Secretary
Contributions
& Grants
MEMBERS
Government PATRICIA BENNETT HON. FRANK CAPRIO FRANCES DIFIORE JOHN OTTAVIANI
26%
63% MARK BEVINGTON FRANK CARPANO DOLPH JOHNSON BRET WILLIAMS
DONNA CALDWELL MURRAY CHARRON CHARREL MAXWELL
ELIZABETH CARABALLO-WESLEY CHRISTOPHER DEPALO DR. MARION ORR
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Children First, and Always.
When a child is adopted
from foster care,
everything changes.
From uncertainty to certainty.
From loneliness to belonging,
fear to safety, hopelessness to
hope, loss to love.
From a past derailed by
events he had no control over,
to the chance for a future
filled with possibilities.
Investing in a better life for
children is an investment in a
better world for all of us.
There is a tremendous
benefit if we do.
And a terrible cost
if we do not.
November is National Adoption Month!
Adoption Rhode Island AdoptionRI.org
Finding ways to stay
essential, even in hard times
BY MATTHEW ENRIGHT | Contributing Writer
‘Everything that
PROVIDING essential services to those with disabilities
can be challenging in the best of times.
But as the COVID-19 pandemic disrupt-
ed life for many people, essential services
the way they provide their services. The
home provides residential and outpatient
happens at the
state level trickles
still have to be delivered to those imme-
diately needing them. Additionally, such
organizations are looking long term to
services for those seeking mental health
services and a specialized K-12 school for
students who have psychiatric diagnoses
down to us.’
MICHAEL PEARIS,
remain sustainable into 2021 and beyond. or emotional disturbances.
Providence-based The Groden Network, The pandemic’s early lockdowns had
The Groden Network
which educates and supports children and far-reaching emotional challenges on director of administration
adults with autism and other developmen- children at St. Mary’s. Staff had to keep
tal disabilities, has continued its work. children busy and help them understand and DCYF was unaffected by the pandem-
The group homes the nonprofit operates health guidelines. On the outpatient side, ic but declined to offer specifics as to how
never closed during the crisis. Auclair said patients are having therapy much funding St. Mary’s receives from
“We are delivering our community and sessions through telemedicine via Zoom the state.
home-based services virtually,” Groden or Google Meet. In terms of finances, Auclair said
Director of Administration Michael “We understand trauma, we know how donors have been extremely generous, in-
Pearis said. “That is an ongoing service to treat trauma,” Auclair said. “You can cluding from the Rhode Island Foundation
challenge, and we have done a great job only imagine, it’s challenging when you and United Way of Rhode Island through
doing that.” have such a raw state, you have trauma the COVID-19 Response Fund. Also, St.
Groden also has recently reopened and you can’t get face-to-face therapy with Mary’s recently received a grant from the
schools in Coventry and Providence your trusted therapist.” Red Sox Foundation supporting the orga-
partially, as well as day programs for What helped Groden through the nization’s COVID-19 Nutrition Program.
adults in both Massachusetts and Rhode crisis is that funding has never stopped, St. Mary’s also hosted a virtual event
Island. However, Pearis said they’ve been Director of Marketing and Development in September, raising more than $90,000
delivering distanced learning even when Catherine Nassa said. Funding from plac- for the home. It plans to hold another
the physical schools were closed and es such as the R.I. Department of Educa- such event in 2021.
equipment has been provided to children, tion and R.I. Department of Children, Youth Auclair said that there have been cost
including laptops and educational materi- and Families has continued to come into increases during COVID-19, including
al to perform while at home. the organization. Additionally, Gov. Gina hazard pay for residential counselors and
At St. Mary’s Home for Children in M. Raimondo’s mandating of insurance increased cleaning of facilities. Looking
North Providence, Development Offi- funds and telehealth have been a “god- ahead, she said that St. Mary’s accounted
cer Evangelina “Vangy” Auclair said send” financially, Nassa said. for any incremental costs in its 2021 fiscal
COVID-19 has had a significant impact on Auclair also said funding from RIDE year budget and will seek new sources of
funding through grants, corporate and
individual donors, and other financial
avenues.
Pearis said Groden is speaking with
state partners and trade organizations
such as the Rhode Island Coalition for
Children and Families about funding in
2021. Nassa said Groden hopes to increase
its corporate-giving efforts to support
current expenses for personal protective
equipment.
Groden officials also said the organi-
zation has to be “nimble” with delivering
services given the uncertainty with the
state’s finances, especially since 70% of
Groden’s revenue comes from the state.
“Everything that happens at the state
level trickles down to us; we’re no differ-
CLASS LEADER: Middle school ent than any other nonprofit or human
teacher Jana Gasboro helps a services provider,” Pearis said. “We
student at St. Mary’s Home for rely heavily on state funding, both at the
Children in North Providence. state and local level. So, to the extent that
PBN PHOTO/RUPERT WHITELEY there’s some worry about the state of the
state, that trickles down to us.” n
10 | OCTOBER 2020 | PROVIDENCE BUSINESS NEWS n GIVING Guide 2020 | www.pbn.com1130 Ten Rod Road ❤ Suite A 201 MISSION STATEMENT
North Kingstown RI 02852 Amenity Aid’s mission is to create access to
www.amenityaid.org hygiene essentials. We partner with nonprofits
that serve our state’s most vulnerable people and
provide, on-demand, critical toiletries, like soap,
OUR GOALS deodorant, shampoo, and period products.
To ensure no one goes without products that
support basic human needs, we strive to keep organizations like shelters, community centers, and
food pantries stocked with hygiene supplies. Our goal is to increase our impact and eliminate hygiene
poverty in Rhode Island by adding more nonprofits to our beneficiary list.
OPPORTUNITIES
Liz Duggan, MBA Volunteer - Amenity Aid offers customized volunteer opportunities for businesses looking to engage
Founder and Executive Director employees in community service. Projects include hosting a toiletry collection drive or an event to
assemble emergency hygiene kits. Both engagements include an option to add a remote interactive
session with an Amenity Aid board member to educate participants on the cause they are supporting.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2013 Volunteer opportunities for a remote workforce are also available.
Make a gift – Amenity Aid welcomes the opportunity to discuss tailored corporate
giving options. Examples include event sponsorship, funding capital projects, and direct
support including monetary donations that supply toothbrushes to children, razors to
veterans, period supplies for homeless women and more.
For more information please contact us at hello@amenityaid.org.
IMPACT
To date Amenity Aid has donated over 175,000 hygiene essentials including
an unprecedented contribution of 25,000 products in 2020 alone. Compared
to 2019, demand for hygiene products has increased by 60% because of the
pandemic. By fulfilling every request from our beneficiaries, we have kept our
community safe during these uncertain times ensuring that people in need have
access to soap and other personal care necessities.
100 Medway Street ❤ Providence, RI 02906
Main Phone: 401-421-4100 ❤ www.dayoneri.org MISSION STATEMENT
24/7 Victims of Crime Helpline: 1-800-494-8100 Established in 1973 as the Rhode
Island Rape Crisis Center,
Day One’s mission is to reduce
GOALS the prevalence of sexual violence
Through Day One’s programs and services, we strive to and to support and advocate
Peg reduce trauma and provide the best care and support for those affected by it.
Langhammer, possible to victims of sexual violence. Our clinical program The only agency in the state
Executive Director offers highly-specialized, trauma-informed treatment specifically organized to deal
to survivors and their non-offending family members. with issue of sexual violence
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES: 50 Through our advocacy initiatives, Day One assists victims as a community concern,
ANNUAL REVENUE: $3,760,392 in accessing the criminal justice system and works to Day One serves Rhode Islanders
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1973 improve legal outcomes and increase prosecution rates. of all ages – from preschool
Our prevention programs aim to increase understanding children to elder adults.
of the root causes of sexual violence and to prevent it.
FUNDRAISING/EVENTS And our professional trainings ensure a victim-centered,
Day One 5K to End Sexual trauma-informed response to survivors.
Violence: Walk, run, or just
enjoy the festivities at our OPPORTUNITIES
annual 5K. For information on There are many ways to support Day One:
this early spring event please Volunteer: At the heart of Day One are our amazing volunteers. Our helpline advocates provide
visit: www.dayone5k.org. emotional support, legal information, referrals and safety planning to survivors at hospitals and police
Dine for Day One: Join us departments throughout the state 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Helpline trainings are held
in early fall as we hold our several times per year. To learn more, about our helpline and other volunteer opportunities contact
“taste of” themed event, our Volunteer Coordinator at (401) 421-4100 x104.
which showcases some of Donate: Make an annual gift, or consider a monthly recurring gift. Make a gift in honor or in memory
Rhode Island’s best dining of someone special. Utilize your company’s matching/employee giving programs. Or make a planned
establishments. gift by naming Day One in your will. Your gift helps provide resources to support survivors with
treatment and healing. Your gift can literally change lives!
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in combating pandemic
BY JOHN A. LAHTINEN | Contributing Writer
WHILE
the Rhode Island Community Food Bank’s work is
critical year after year to people in need, that work has
‘Our donors have been
reached a new level of importance this year due to the extremely generous over
ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Food bank CEO Andrew Schiff is the community, the food bank has been
the past six months and
seeing it play out. As unemployment in
Rhode Island hit 12.6% in August, more
purchasing food in bulk, often at higher
rates, to make sure the warehouse is we hope they will
people sought food assistance. He said the
number of people the food bank is serving
stocked with the most-needed items.
Early on in the pandemic, the food continue to support our
has increased exponentially since March,
going from 53,000 per month to 68,000 per
bank worked side by side with the R.I.
Emergency Management Agency to dis- work in the challenging
month.
“Many people are seeking help for the
tribute Federal Emergency Management
Agency’s Meals Ready to Eat to the pop- months ahead.’
first time and, in addition to receiving ulations in greatest need, such as senior
ANDREW SCHIFF, Rhode Island
food assistance, need guidance on how citizens who could not visit food pantries.
to access additional resources in the The food bank also expanded its distribu-
Community Food Bank CEO
community [such as the Supplemental tion of Meals4Kids boxes, which provide
Nutrition Assistance Program] or rental five days’ worth of breakfasts, lunches
assistance,” Schiff said. and snacks for children, and partnered having to be canceled. To fill the gap, the
During the height of the pandemic, the with Farm Fresh Rhode Island to distrib- food bank is buying 54% more food at
food bank distributed 45% more food than ute additional boxes of fresh produce, wholesale. Minor said the food bank an-
in the same period last year. Overall, food meats and dairy products through the fed- ticipates needing to maintain increased
distribution over the last six months at eral Farmers Feeding Families program. purchasing for as long as the pandemic
the Providence-based nonprofit increased Since the outbreak, due in large part to remains, supply-chain issues continue
by 30% over the same period as last year, ongoing supply-chain shortages around and the economy takes time to recover.
said Hugh Minor, the food bank’s spokes- the country, the amount of donated prod- “Donations primarily come from in-
person. uct from the food industry has decreased dividual donors like you and me,” Schiff
In addition to hiring additional significantly. Of the 12 million pounds the said. “People give as much as they can,
workers to help keep food flowing into food bank normally distributes annually, and we ensure that every dollar makes
about 25% comes from supermarkets. a difference. Many people contacted us
However, that stopped initially because when they received their federal stimulus
supermarkets struggled to keep up with check and told us that they didn’t need
the demand they were seeing on their the money and wanted the food bank to
own in the spring. use it to feed our neighbors in need.”
Schiff said donors have stepped up Stop & Shop Supermarket Co., Bank of
in a big way during this time by making America Corp., United Natural Foods Inc.
much-needed financial gifts to ensure the and MetLife Inc. also donated money to
food bank can both acquire food directly the food bank, Schiff said.
from suppliers and choose items more While the pandemic still looms, mak-
selectively so that it can offer healthy ing the future uncertain, Schiff said the
options. food bank will press forward to meet the
From March through June, the food increased demand for food assistance by
bank raised $7.2 million more than in continuing to seek funding from individ-
2019, Minor said. The raised funds were uals, corporations and foundations, and
critical since donated products from the purchasing food in bulk while negotiating
food industry are down 34% due to chal- the best prices.
lenges faced by the supply chain, along “Many of the people we serve are the
with the food bank’s major food drives working poor,” Schiff said. “They may
have one or two jobs but with part-time
hours or only earning minimum wage.
They are struggling to support their fam-
GROWING NEED: Rhode Island Community
ilies with limited income and that was
Food Bank CEO Andrew Schiff has seen
happening before COVID-19. Our donors
the number of individuals needing food
have been extremely generous over the
increase from 53,000 to 68,000 people per
month since March. past six months and we hope they will
PBN PHOTO/TRACY JENKINS continue to support our work in the chal-
lenging months ahead.” n
12 | OCTOBER 2020 | PROVIDENCE BUSINESS NEWS n GIVING Guide 2020 | www.pbn.comMISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to celebrate and
249 Roosevelt Ave., Suite 201 nurture life in our local community
Pawtucket, RI 02860 USA before, during and after a cancer
401-861-4376 ❤ gloriagemma.org diagnosis by providing education,
access to wellness resources and
support programs to all those
GOALS touched by cancer.
The Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation is a non-
profit organization dedicated to providing free services to individuals and families touched by breast cancer
in our local community. Whether you are newly diagnosed, a survivor or you’ve lost a loved one to cancer,
our staff and volunteers are here to guide you with compassion and understanding. We offer a family
atmosphere where hugs are plentiful and emotions are never judged, and we are committed to helping
you restore your mind, body, and spirit through free holistic programs, education, and support.
Maria Gemma-Corcelli,
Executive Director OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteer We appreciate everything our volunteers do for us and have a variety of ways people can
volunteer – especially at one of our signature events! From our smaller events that require just a few
volunteers to the Flames of Hope: A Celebration of Life Weekend, a weekend event that requires a few
hundred volunteers, we are always in need of caring people who want to help.
Give We’re thankful for your support whether it’s your time, funds, or sharing our story with friends and
family. Every donation goes directly to making a difference in the lives of those affected by breast cancer in
our community.
Bryan M. Sawyer, Beyond funds raised through events, additional opportunities to donate include
Chief Operating Officer Online donations and In Honor/Memory Donations
Internships We offer both for-credit and paid internships to high school and college students all year long.
NUMBER OF Our interns gain valuable experience working directly at the Foundation or on the Hope Bus.
EMPLOYEES: 7
FUNDRAISING/ EVENTS
ANNUAL REVENUE:
$1.7M 2021 GloriDays June 4 - 6, 2021 We walk to Celebrate, Honor, and Remember those touched by breast
cancer—one step at a time, one mile at a time. We walk to provide FREE Education, Holistic Programs &
YEAR ESTABLISHED:
2004 Support Services to patients, survivors, their loved ones. Join us for an Inspirational Weekend of making
memories, creating Friendships, and helping to discover YOU.
2021 Flames of Hope: A Celebration of Life | October 1-3, 2021 The Flames of Hope represents
BOARD MEMBERS a beacon in our hearts. A beacon that represents our loved ones that are actively in treatment, survivors,
Joseph Gemma, thrivers, and Metavivors who continue their fight every day and our friends and family that have sadly gone
President before us. The Flames of Hope is comprised of the Passport to Survivorship Conference, Flames of Hope
Robert Ventura, Festival and the Gloria Gemma 5K Walk.
Vice President
Caronah Johnson,
ABOUT
Secretary The Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation was established in 2004, in loving memory of
Jane Pace, Gloria Gemma, a wife and mother of nine who lost her courageous fight in 2002. This devout woman
Treasurer instilled in her children strong family values and the importance of helping others in need. What started out
Kenneth F. as a one-stop-shop website full of resources and information, grew into an organization that provides over
McGunagle, Jr., Esq. twenty holistic programs designed to heal mind, body, and spirit.
Dr. Salvatore Molica, MD In 2008, the Foundation opened its Resource and Wellness Center, and Gloria’s eldest daughter, Maria
Kerri Gemma Gemma-Corcelli was named the executive director. Through the tireless efforts of Maria and her dedicated
Joan Pettruti staff, the Foundation has developed and implemented numerous free, holistic programs and services for
people living with cancer.
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Marchofdimes.org/nacersano.org March of Dimes leads
New England – Rhode Island the fight for the health
T 508-330-4929 of all moms & babies
P KPetti@marchofdimes.org
FUNDRAISING EVENTS
❤ March for Babies 2021 enjoy the best of Rhode Island links golf
Kelly Petti March of Dimes signature year-long fundraiser. while supporting community charities.
Sr. Executive Director, Market Impact When you join March for Babies, you stand with
New England – Rhode Island ❤ Feeding Motherhood: Meals that
thousands of people across the country who
share your commitment to making a difference Matter. With each $5,000 fund-the-
in the lives of all families. Help raise funds for mission contribution, Feeding Motherhood
GOALS stronger, healthier moms and babies. Ask about will raise critical funds for the March of
our virtual programs. Dimes’ mission and enable us to support
Each day in Rhode Island, we
local restaurants with the preparation and
build on our 80-year legacy of ❤ 2020 CVS Health Charity Classic R.I. delivery of “Meals that Matter” to moms
breakthroughs and impact— Country Club | Barrington, RI and families, maternal and infant health
especially our success of Be a March of Dimes volunteer partner to care workers.
eradicating polio—to advance our ensure event guests, sponsors and players
critical mission to lead the fight for
the health of moms and babies.
During the COVID-19 pandemic OPPORTUNITIES
and beyond, moms and babies
Join Us! VOLUNTEER: Volunteer commitment to March
can’t wait. The U.S. remains
Together, we can achieve a bold vision: a of Dimes expresses itself in many ways. In
among the most dangerous
world where every mom and baby is healthy, Rhode Island program volunteers help March
developed countries for childbirth
regardless of race, geography or income of Dimes carry out initiatives in research,
and communities of color are
community services, education and advocacy.
disproportionately impacted. By We provide a variety of virtual and in-person
Local opportunities: ❤ Fund-raising ❤ Marketing
lobbying for policies to protect programs to serve the specific maternal and
& Communication ❤ Event Coordination ❤
moms and babies, working to infant health needs. Following are the types of
Phone Banks or Telethon
radically improve the healthcare programs we operate together with health care
they receive, pioneering research and community partners across the country and GIVE: Every investment of time, talent or
to find solutions to the toughest right here in Rhode Island: treasure makes a difference in the lives of
problems and empowering ❤ Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Initiatives moms, babies and families. At March of Dimes,
families with the knowledge we take seriously the stewardship of gifts you
❤ Education and training for health care
and tools to have healthier have entrusted to us. Additional opportunities:
professionals
pregnancies, March of Dimes ❤ COVID-19 Intervention and Support Fund ❤
❤ Digital Prenatal education, support and care Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Family Support ❤
builds on our legacy of impact and
in English and Spanish Annual Giving ❤ In-Kind
innovation to support every mom
and every baby.
Our goals for healthy moms and DID YOU KNOW?
strong babies are: and its complications are the largest contributors
❤ Americans lead the world in medical
❤ To end preventable maternal to infant death in the U.S. and globally. ❤ In
research and care, yet the U.S. preterm birth
health risks and death Rhode Island, Black women are up to 39%
rate is among the worst of highly developed
❤ To end preventable pre-term nations. ❤ Pregnancy-related death has more more likely to give birth prematurely and their
birth and infant death than doubled over the past 25 years. ❤ Nearly children can face a 130% higher infant death
1 in 11 babies are born before 37 weeks of rate. ❤ In Rhode Island the average preterm
❤ To eliminate the health equity gap
pregnancy in Rhode Island. ❤ Premature birth birth costs $68,000.
Right on
Here’s to the March of Dimes Rhode Island Chapter for helping mothers and babies,
and to the Rhode Island Free Clinic for helping uninsured adults feel better.
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The Rhode Island Free Clinic’s mission
is to provide free, comprehensive
medical care and preventive health
services to adults who have no
655 Broad Street ❤ Providence, RI 02907 health insurance and cannot afford
401.274.6347 ❤ rifreeclinic.org those services; and to serve as an
educational training site for
aspiring health care professionals.
GOALS
PROVIDE CARE FOR RHODE ISLANDERS HARDEST HIT BY COVID-19. You can help us provide
vital care to uninsured, low-income adults. People of color in urban communities are on the front
lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. They are suffering disproportionately and need healthcare. You can
provide COVID-19 Tests and follow-up care with a donation. Primary care, specialist services, labs and
tests, medicine, dental, and behavioral health are essential during this unprecedented time.
Marie Ghazal William Fitzgerald IF YOU ARE A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, WE NEED YOU TO VOLUNTEER NOW.
CEO Board President You can make a difference today!
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES FUNDRAISING / EVENTS
13 FTE
This is a critical moment in time for the Clinic. We are operating a COVID-19 Test Site to make sure
5 AmeriCorps VISTAs
no one has to worry about how to pay for a test. The people we serve and our volunteers who serve
ANNUAL REVENUE them are on the front lines of this crisis. They need your help now more than ever before!
The Clinic raises 100% of its
$1.3 million operating budget We canceled our annual Founders’ Event Fundraiser, and demand for care is increasing every day.
from donations. Our patients DONATING RIGHT NOW WILL ALLOW MORE PATIENTS TO GET THE CARE THEY NEED!
receive care at no cost. With
this $1.3 million, the Clinic OPPORTUNITIES
leverages over $6 million
VOLUNTEER: Our award-winning Clinic provides cost effective health care to Rhode Island adults
more in donations of goods
and services each year. who need it most. We seek volunteer medical and dental professionals. We need Spanish Interpreters
to help provide care to Spanish speaking patients. Each year our 700+ volunteers coordinate
YEAR ESTABLISHED 11,000+ patient visits including medicines, and now, COVID-19 Tests and follow-up. We screen our
The Clinic was established
in 1999 by former First Lady patients for COVID-19. If you volunteer, your safety is our priority. COVID-19 has increased demand
Stephanie Chafee. The Clinic for care, and we need your help now. For more information to volunteer, contact Sophie Silvia at
celebrated its 20th anniversary ssilvia@rifreeclinic.org or 401.274.6347 x203.
in 2019.
GIVE: We leverage every $1 donated into $6 of donated medicine and services. Our cost to deliver
TOP FUNDING SOURCES comprehensive health care to vulnerable Rhode Islanders is just $500 per person per year, far less
32% Individuals than the national estimated average of $11,000. Make your donation go further by visiting our
28% Corporations
website or contacting Sam Lawrence at slawrence@rifreeclinic.org or 401.274.6347 ext. 329.
40% Grants
BOARD
William Fitzgerald, Board President | Carrie
Bridges Féliz, MPH, Vice President | Jeffrey
Chase-Lubitz, Esq., Secretary | Domenic
Delmonico, Treasurer | Caroline Troise, MD,
Medical Director | Mark Gim, President Emeritus
MEMBERS: Jehanne Bjornebye, Esq. | Andrew
Davis, Esq. | Loree Dubois | Jerry Fingerut,
MD | George Greer | Whitney Clarke | Michele
Lederberg | Herbert Rakatansky, MD | Philip
Rizzuto, MD | Joseph Perroni
Right on
Here’s to the March of Dimes Rhode Island Chapter for helping mothers and babies,
and to the Rhode Island Free Clinic for helping uninsured adults feel better.
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SKILLS FOR The mission of Skills for Rhode
Island’s Future (SkillsRI) is
RHODE ISLAND’S 30 Exchange Terrace
to create demand-driven
FUTUR E
solutions for employers to
Providence, RI 02903 get the unemployed and
401-680-5960 ❤ skillsforri.com underemployed back to work.
Through various workforce
development initiatives, we
strive to meet our vision of
BOARD OF DIRECTORS transforming lives through
meaningful employment and
Ronald Arigo ABOUT SKILLS FOR economic mobility.
Amanda Bailey RHODE ISLAND’S FUTURE (SKILLSRI)
Timothy Byrne Skills for Rhode Island’s Future (SkillsRI) is a nonprofit
Cindy Erickson organization that breaks down barriers to economic opportunity by connecting unemployed and
Jenifer Giroux underemployed Rhode Islanders to jobs with socially responsible, civic-minded employers.
Susan Hannon
David Himsey A statewide, demand-driven workforce intermediary, SkillsRI works to close the workforce skills gap
Jeffrey Lackey in RI, drive business growth, and move unemployed/underemployed Rhode Islanders into open
Rajani Mahadevan positions that pay a sustainable wage. SkillsRI is a key driver of economic empowerment, contributing
Amy T.M. Oakley to the state’s economic vitality through the provision of workforce services that meet the demands of
Nina Pande local employers, fostering talent development and helping Rhode Islanders achieve upward mobility.
Marie Trzupek Lynch
BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS TO ECONOMIC MOBILITY
John Sinnott
Patricia A. Thompson At Skills for Rhode Island’s Future, we break down barriers to economic opportunity by connecting
Vera Tyagi unemployed and underemployed Rhode Islanders to jobs with socially responsible, civic-minded
Laurie White employers. SkillsRI recruiters work one-on-one with each candidate to assess their skills, resume and
Jason Witham career goals. Candidates are paired with a dedicated member of the recruitment team from initial
phone call all the way through to a job offer with one of our more than 100 employer partners.
SkillsRI also provides recruitment and placement services for multiple Real Jobs RI initiatives, a
statewide initiative that provides targeted education and skills training for workers designed to meet
INDUSTRIES the hiring needs of local employers.
SKILLSRI SUPPORT
• Administrative/Professional And to further foster a pipeline of talent, SkillsRI provides career enhancement services and offers
Services high school and college internship programs designed to expose individuals to real-world work
• Customer Service/Call experiences, build both soft and technical skills, and develop a professional network. SkillsRI services
Center are offered at no cost to eligible Rhode Island residents.
• Financial Services
• Food Service & Hospitality SUPPORTING SKILLSRI
• Information Technology SkillsRI services are offered to job candidates and hiring partners at no cost. We rely on donations
• Healthcare from our amazing supporters and sponsors and are grateful for the generous support of our public
• Human Services and private donors. If you would like to support our non-profit organization, you have two options:
• Maintenance/Custodial
Donate by Mail
• Manufacturing
Skills for Rhode Island’s Future
• Retail
30 Exchange Terrace
• Sales
Providence, RI 02903
• Transportation
Donate Online
http://www.skillsforri.com/donate
16 | OCTOBER 2020 | PROVIDENCE BUSINESS NEWS n GIVING Guide 2020 | www.pbn.comTransforming lives through meaningful
employment and economic mobility
Oricel M.
Accelerated CNA Training Program
“The SkillsRI staff guided me through every
step of the process, and they truly cared
about seeing me succeed. With the help of the
SkillsRI team, I’m now on a path to a better
future in the career path of my dreams, and I
get to make a difference in my home state.”
Joshua B.
Honeywell
“The recruiters were very hands-on through-
out the process. They helped me find a role
that made sense for me, prepared me for the
interview and kept me notified throughout the
process. Since then, my life has completely
changed.”
Cheri W.
AAA Northeast
“If you’re hesitant about contacting SkillsRI,
SKILLS FOR
my suggestion is to start by calling them
and asking questions about your concerns.
They aren’t pushy, and they aren’t selling
you anything. Their focus is on turning your
hopes and dreams into a reality.” RHODE ISLAND’S
Dana L.
Goetz Composites
FUTUR E
“I’ve been working here for a month, and I love
what I do. I wake up every morning with a
positive outlook and with hope for a brighter
future. SkillsRI gave me that hope, and I’m 401.680.5960 www.SkillsforRI.com info@SkillsforRI.com
thankful to be able to do something that I
know will make my son proud.”
www.pbn.com | GIVING Guide 2020 n PROVIDENCE BUSINESS NEWS | OCTOBER 2020 | 17FOUNDATIONS
FOCUS IN RHODEINISLAND
| FOUNDATIONS RHODE ISLAND
(ranked by total assets)
(ranked by total assets)
Assets
Total giving Type of
Company | Website Address Fiscal year foundation
2020 rank Top executive/trustee Phone ending Year founded Foundation description
1
2019: 1
Rhode Island
Foundation | rifoundation.org
1 Union Station
Providence, R.I. 02903
$1.1 bil.
$56.1 mil.
Community
1916
Works with donors and funding partners to
address Rhode Island's most-pressing issues and
Neil D. Steinberg, CEO and president (401) 274-4564 12/31/19 needs
The Champlin
2
2019: 2
Foundation | champlinfoundation.org
PNC Bank, trustee; Nina Stack,
2000 Chapel View Blvd.
Cranston, R.I. 02920
$421.7 mil.
$18 mil.
Independent
1932
Provides direct grants to tax-exempt
organizations in Rhode Island, mostly for capital
(401) 944-9200 12/31/19 needs
executive director
van Beuren Charitable
3
2019: 3
Foundation | vbcfoundation.org
Barbara van Beuren, chair; Elizabeth R.
449 Thames St., Unit 112
Newport, R.I. 02840
$287.9 mil.
$9 mil.
Independent
1986
Focused on Newport County; supports education,
health, landscapes and the built environment
(401) 619-5910 12/31/19
Lynn, executive director
4
2019: 4
University of Rhode Island
Foundation | urifoundation.org
79 Upper College Road
South Kingstown, R.I. 02881
$210.5 mil.
$39.2 mil.
Independent
1957
Secures and manages private support raised to
benefit the University of Rhode Island
Lil Breul O'Rourke, president (401) 874-7900 6/30/19
5
2019: 7
Catholic Foundation of Rhode
Island | dioceseofprovidence.org
1 Cathedral Square
Providence, R.I. 02903
$109 mil.
$6 mil.
Independent
1983
Assists individuals and organizations to ensure
long-term financial stability for charitable,
Rich Popovic, interim director (401) 277-2115 6/30/19 religious and educational institutions
6
2019: 6
L. G. Balfour Foundation
Bank of America, trustee
P.O. Box 1802
Providence, R.I. 02901
$105.8 mil.
$5.3 mil.
NA
1986
Portion of Balfour estate set aside in perpetuity to
benefit charitable organizations
3/31/19
7
2019: 8
Rhode Island College
Foundation | ricfoundation.org
600 Mount Pleasant Ave.
Providence, R.I. 02908
$35.6 mil.
$2.5 mil.
Independent
1965
Devoted to raising funds solely for Rhode Island
College
Edwin R. Pacheco, executive director (401) 456-8460 6/30/21
8
2019: 9
Shriners of Rhode Island Charities
Trust | shrinersri.com
1 Rhodes Place
Cranston, R.I. 02905
$25.7 mil.
$1.2 mil.
Independent
1993
Fosters self-improvement through community
involvement, education, leadership and moral
Paul Healy, chairman of the board (401) 467-7100 12/31/18 values
9
2019: 10
United Way of Rhode Island | uwri.org
Cortney Nicolato, CEO and president
50 Valley St.
Providence, R.I. 02909
$24.6 mil.
$9.1 mil.
Public
Charity
Uniting our communities and resources to build
racial equity and opportunities for all Rhode
(401) 444-0600 6/30/20 1926 Islanders
CharterCARE
10
2019: NL
Foundation | chartercarefoundation.org
Donald McQueen, board president;
7 Waterman Ave.
North Providence, R.I. 02911
$9.3 mil.
$243,204
Community
2014
Health care and related services, including clinics,
disease prevention, education and research
(401) 349-4602 9/30/19 grants, scholarships
Paula Iacono, executive director
11
2019: NL
Citizens Charitable
Foundation | citizensbank.com
1 Citizens Bank Way
Johnston, R.I. 02919
$5.9 mil.
$2.9 mil.
Company-
Sponsored
Supports nonprofits focused on fighting hunger,
teaching money management and strengthening
Barbara Cottam, president (800) 922-9999 12/31/19 1967 communities
Ocean State Job
12
2019: 13
Lot | oceanstatejoblot.com
Marc Perlman, principal owner and
375 Commerce Park Road
North Kingstown, R.I. 02852
$5.8 mil.
$6.4 mil.
Company-
Sponsored
Assists medical and educational programs,
disaster relief efforts, active-duty military and
CEO; Alan Perlman, principal owner; (401) 295-2672 12/31/19 2004 veterans, and others in need
Steve Aronow, principal owner
13
2019: 14
Dorcas International Institute of
Rhode Island | diiri.org
645 Elmwood Ave.
Providence, R.I. 02907
$5 mil.
$269,966
Independent
1921
Adult education and workforce training,
citizenship and immigration legal services, and
Kathleen Cloutier, executive director (401) 784-8600 6/30/19 interpreting and translating
18 | OCTOBER 2020 | PROVIDENCE BUSINESS NEWS n GIVING Guide 2020 | www.pbn.comABOUT US
We are an independent,
501(c)(3) non-profit organ-
33 Larry Hirsch Lane, Suite B ization that is passionate
Westerly, RI 02891 about educating and sup-
401-348-9595 standupforanimals.org porting the community in
which we work and live. It all
started with a group of private
citizens that saw the need
and set out on an intrepid
GOALS
path of building a new shelter
Every day we are working to improve the health and and putting an end to animal
welfare of local animals by providing them and their cruelty and suffering, which
families services and resources. We assist with animal has become so commonplace,
medical and emergency needs, behavior assessments so underreported and
and training as well as animal food assistance. so misunderstood.
Deb Turrisi
Executive Director
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES: 1
ANNUAL REVENUE:
$267,689
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2002
BOARD MEMBERS
Lina C. O’Leary
Brittany L. Hughes
Linda Winfrey
Caryn Mitchell
Lori DeJesus
OPPORTUNITIES
Christina H. Green
Margaret Fusaro Leave a Legacy: Every donation helps change lives! Your generous gift could help pay for an
animal’s lifesaving surgery or treatment, necessary training for its owner to avoid surrendering it or
Joanne Sulima
food and medications. No donation is too small!
Larry J. Hirsch
Gail G. Quattromani Be a Furry Friend Ambassador: Help spread the word about our mission to help all animals never
Kate Sklarski go hungry or without litter. We offer this service to individual families as well as stock the pet pantries
Amy Arruda at the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center and RI Center Assisting Those in Need when needed.
John Sulima
Volunteer Opportunities: Dedicate your time to help animals by assisting with event coordination
Jeffrey J. Frenette
and fundraising.
Carol Amedeo
FUNDRAISING EVENTS
Every year, we host two signature events – a “Bowl
for Pets” bowling event and a Golf Tournament.
Additionally, we are fortunate to have businesses
host events that we are the beneficiary of, such as
“Pictures with Santa” at Agway, “Paws Hollow Eve”
at Grey Sail Brewery and “The John Speziale Rock
& Roll Christmas Show”. Due to COVID-19, many of
our events have been cancelled or postponed for
2020. To keep up-to-date on our events, please visit
our website (standupforanimals.org) or follow and
like us on Facebook.
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