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RIBBA @ribba.org · 02/10/2026

📢 Business owners! Join RIBBA & a rep. from the SBA, for Introduction to Contracting! Learn about opportunities, certifications, & procurement resources. 📅 Monday, October 5th 🕠 5:30 PM – 7 PM 📍 #RIBBA Hub, 220 Smith St., Providence, RI 🔗 Register: members.ribba.org/ap/Events/Re...

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 30/09/2026

🎓 Recently, we celebrated 10 incredible LEAP Mentorship & Training Program graduates as they completed their journey, congratulations! 👏 Thank you to the RI Dept. of Labor & Training & RealJobs for making this program possible. We also thank Leadership RI & FLY Initiative for their collaboration. 🤝

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 25/09/2026

The RIBBA team recently attended Family Service of RI's Brighter Futures Award Luncheon, celebrating leaders dedicated to the health & wellness of RI’s children & families. 🤝 We were proud to honor this year's award recipient, Chief Judge Michael B. Forte. Thank you to FSRI for your dedication! 👏

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 24/09/2026

🚨 Reminder: "Pathways to Capital: Lender Match" event is happening TODAY, Thursday, Sept. 24th, from 4 PM to 6:30 PM at the RIBBA Hub, 220 Smith St., Providence, RI. Connect with local lenders & explore funding options for your business. 💰 🔗 Register: members.ribba.org/ap/Events/Re...

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 21/09/2026

🎉 Celebrating 5 Years of impact with our client, Revive Therapeutic Services! 👏 Revive offers accessible, personalized mental health & behavioral health services, including therapy, psychiatry & medication management. Congratulations, here's to many more! ✨️

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 18/09/2026

The #RIBBA team had an inspiring time at Eastern Bank Foundation's Celebration of Social Justice! ✨ We were proud to be there to honor former MA Governor Deval Patrick, this year's award honoree! 🤝 It was also a privilege to hear from Turahn Dorsey, President of the Eastern Bank Foundation. 👏

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 17/09/2026

📢 Business Owners! Join us for an exclusive event in partnership with local lenders & financial institutions, "Pathways to Capital: Lender Match" on Thursday, Sept. 24th, from 4 pm - 6:30 pm at RIBBA's Hub, at 220 Smith St., Providence, RI. 🔗 Register: members.ribba.org/ap/Events/Re...

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 14/09/2026

📣 Business Owners! RIBBA is partnering with DEDI’s MBECO division & Bristol County Savings Bank to host an info. session on Contracting Opportunities & Certification, tmrw, Tuesday, Sept. 15th, from 5 pm to 6:30 pm at 5 Exchange St., Providence, RI. 🔗 Register: members.ribba.org/ap/Events/Re...

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 10/09/2026

📣 Reminder for RIBBA Members! Don’t miss your exclusive opportunity to connect directly with President & CEO, @LisaRanglin.bsky.social today, Thursday, September 10th, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. 🔗 Register: members.ribba.org/ap/Events/Re... ➡️ Not a member yet? Join today at ribba.org/membership

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 02/09/2026

📣 Providence Business Owners! 🚨 Ready to elevate & scale your venture? Join us on Thursday, September 3rd from 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM at RIBBA's Hub, 220 Smith St., Providence, RI 🌟 Get 1-on-1 support to help your business thrive — walk in anytime! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ 🔗 Register: members.ribba.org/ap/Events/Re...

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 28/08/2026

We are proud to celebrate our Civic Partner, Sally P. McDonald, Esq., #RIBBA Board member & Partner at Barton Gilman LLP! 🎉 Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our largest fundraiser, our Awards Gala. 🏆 🎟 Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 28/08/2026

🎉 We are proud to honor U.S. Senator Jack Reed with the Outstanding Achievement in Leadership Award at our Annual Awards Gala! 🏆 🎟️ Dinner Tickets are SOLD OUT but Special Cocktail Hour Reception Tickets are still available: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 27/08/2026

We are proud to celebrate our Civic Partner, JPMorgan Chase! 🎉 Thank you for your ongoing support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our largest fundraiser, the Annual Awards Gala. 🤝 📣 Our Gala is now SOLD OUT but Cocktail Hour Reception Tickets are still available: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 27/08/2026

🎉 We're excited to honor Ty'Relle Stephens with the Emerging Leader Award at our Annual Awards Gala! 🏆 Ty'Relle, a lifelong PVD resident & public education advocate, is dedicated to empowering youth & strengthening his community. ✨ 🎟️ Cocktail Hour Tickets are still available: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 27/08/2026

We are proud to celebrate our Civic Partner, Brightstar Lottery! 🎉 Thank you for your ongoing support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our largest #fundraiser, our Annual Awards Gala. 🏆 🎟️ Join us for our Cocktail Hour Reception! Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 26/08/2026

We are proud to celebrate our Civic Partner, Bank Newport! 🎉 Thank you for your ongoing support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our largest fundraiser of the year, our Annual Awards Gala! 🏆 🎟️ Dinner Tickets are SOLD OUT but Cocktail Hour Reception Tickets are available: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 26/08/2026

🎉 We are excited to honor Steven Santos with the Partnership Award at our Annual Awards Gala! 🏆 A lifelong RIer & dedicated community leader, Steven has spent years mentoring youth & strengthening neighborhoods across Providence. 👏 🎟️ Buy Cocktail Hour Reception Tickets: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 25/08/2026

We are thankful for our Civic Partner, Bally's Lincoln! 🎉 Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our largest fundraiser, our Annual Awards Gala. We appreciate your commitment to making a meaningful impact! 🤝 🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 24/08/2026

🎉 We are excited to present Momoh Fahnbulleh with the Isaac Rice Entrepreneur of the Year Award at our largest fundraiser of the year, our Annual Awards Gala, this Friday, August 28th! 🏆 🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala 🔗 Learn More: conta.cc/4wfA2vw

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 21/08/2026

We are excited to honor Lamel J. Moore as our Member of the Year at this year's Annual Awards Gala! 🏆 A dedicated leader & community advocate, Lamel has spent his career strengthening organizations & creating opportunities across RI. 🤝 🎟️ We are only 7 days away! Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 21/08/2026

Congrats to the owners of the House of Chicken & Waffles 🧇, located at 105 Plainfield St. in Providence, RI on their recent grand opening! 🎉 ➡️ Learn More: ribba.org/house-of-chicken-waffles 🔗 Read More: heyrhody.com/stories/providences-newest-restaurant-is-all-about-chicken-and-waffles,109414

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Providence’s Newest Restaurant Is All About Chicken and Waffles - Hey Rhody Media Co.

House of Chicken & Waffles isn’t asking anyone to choose between sweet and savory. It’s putting both on the same plate, then adding enough waffle flavors, syrups, butters, and crispy chicken …

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 20/08/2026

We appreciate our Community Partner, Navigant Credit Union! 🎉 Thank you for your support of RIBBA's mission & programs, including our largest fundraiser, the Annual Awards Gala. 🏆 We appreciate your commitment to making a meaningful impact! 👏 🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 19/08/2026

We are proud to celebrate our Community Partner, Bristol County Savings Bank! 🎉 Thank you for your ongoing support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our largest fundraiser, the Annual Awards Gala! 🏆 🎊🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 18/08/2026

We are proud to celebrate our Gateway Partner, Washington Trust! 🎉 Thank you for your ongoing support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our largest fundraiser, the Annual Awards Gala. 🏆 🎊 Join us as we celebrate our Sweet 16! 🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 17/08/2026

🎉 We are proud to honor Kelly Nevins with the Change Agent Award at our Annual Awards Gala! 🏆 As CEO of the Women's Fund of Rhode Island, Kelly has spent decades championing opportunities for women & girls while leading meaningful #change across RI. 🤝 🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 13/08/2026

We are proud to celebrate our Gateway Partner, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island @bcbsri.bsky.social! 🎉 Thank you for your ongoing support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our largest fundraiser of the year, the Annual Awards Gala. 🏆 🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 06/08/2026

🎉 We are proud to honor Gerald Fernandez with the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Champion Award at our Annual Awards Gala! 🏆 Through his visionary leadership, he has created pathways to success, leaving a lasting #impact nationwide. 👏 🎟️ Join us Friday, August 28th! Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala ✨

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 03/08/2026

🎉 We are proud to celebrate our Silver Sponsor, Dimeo Construction! 👏 Thank you for your support of our largest #fundraiser of the year, our Annual Awards Gala. 🎟️ Tickets, tables, ads & sponsorship opportunities are available: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 27/07/2026

🎉 We are thrilled to honor Barbara Sokoloff with the George T. Downing Business Leadership Award at our Annual Gala! 🏆 Barbara has spent over 30 years revitalizing RI communities—creating affordable housing & championing walkable, connected neighborhoods. 🤝 🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 24/07/2026

We are proud to celebrate our Silver Sponsor, Amica Insurance! 👏 Thank you for your support of #RIBBA's largest fundraiser of the year, our Annual Awards Gala! We appreciate your commitment to making a meaningful #impact. 🤝 🎟️ Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 23/07/2026

📣 Pawtucket, RI residents! Applications are open for Skill-Up, a FREE 7-session workforce training program designed to equip you with the skills, confidence, & support you need to land a job & build a successful career. 🚀 ⌛ Spots are limited, don’t wait—apply today: ribba.org/skill-up-pawtucket

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 22/07/2026

🎉 We are excited to introduce the honorees of this year's Annual Awards Gala! Join us on Friday, August 28th at 6 PM, as we recognize these exceptional leaders, innovators, and changemakers whose impact continues to strengthen our #community. 🏆 🎟 Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala #Sweet16 #Fundraiser

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 17/07/2026

We are proud to celebrate our Gateway Partner, Papitto Opportunity Connection Foundation! 👏 Thank you for your ongoing support of #RIBBA's mission & programs. We appreciate your commitment to making a meaningful impact. 🤝 🎟️ Tickets for our Annual Awards Gala are available: ribba.org/gala

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 16/07/2026

We are proud to celebrate our Gateway Partner, Haffenreffer Family Fund! 🎉 Thank you for your ongoing support of #RIBBA's mission & programs, including our Annual Awards Gala. We appreciate your commitment to making a meaningful impact. 🤝 🎟️ Tickets are available now: ribba.org/gala #Sweet16

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 14/07/2026

Meet the incredible individuals participating in our 2026 Young Adult Business Pitch Competition! 🚀 📅 Saturday, August 8th 🕙 10 AM – 1 PM 📍 RIBBA Hub | 220 Smith St., Providence, RI Come support Rhode Island's next generation of entrepreneurs! 👏 ➡️ Register: members.ribba.org/ap/Events/Re...

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 09/07/2026

🎨 Calling all Artists & Creative Entrepreneurs! 🎉 We are excited to launch the Creative Enterprise Mural Challenge — a unique, paid, $5,000 commission entrepreneurial opportunity within the Young Adult Business Pitch Competition. 🔗 For details & to apply, visit ribba.org/mural.

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 29/06/2026

🚨 Attention! Early bird ticket sales for our Annual Awards Gala end Wednesday, July 1st! 🎟️ Don't miss your chance to get discounted tickets. Act fast—secure your spot before prices go up! 👉 Grab your tickets: ribba.org/gala Don't wait—early bird rates won’t last long! ⏳

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Annual Awards Gala

✨ You Are Cordially Invited to RIBBA's Annual Awards Gala! 🎉Join us as we celebrate our "Sweet 16" and 16 years of empowering Rhode Island’s small…

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 26/06/2026

✂️ Recently, the RIBBA team was happy to celebrate The Community Room & owner Samantha Vaughan on their grand opening, congratulations! 🥳 Their vibrant space in Hope Artiste Village in Pawtucket, RI is your go-to for coffee, creativity, & connection. ✨️ youtube.com/shorts/HL1xd...

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The Community Room - Grand Opening

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 25/06/2026

📢 Today is the day! Don't miss out on our in-person session, "Understanding & Building Credit," part of our Learning Series in partnership with JPMorgan Chase! 💳 🔗 Register: members.ribba.org/ap/Events/Re... This important workshop will help you understand & strengthen your credit profile. 🚀

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 23/06/2026

📢 RI business owners! Join us for our next in-person session, "Understanding & Building Credit" — part of our Learning Series in partnership with JPMorgan Chase! 💳 🔗 Register: members.ribba.org/ap/Events/Re... 📅 Thursday, June 25th 🕠 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM 📍 #RIBBA's Hub, 220 Smith St., Providence

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 23/06/2026

The upcoming information session scheduled for Wed., Wed., June 24th, has been postponed. A new date will be announced soon. We apologize for any inconvenience. Stay tuned for updates & we look forward to welcoming you to the rescheduled session, thank you!

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 22/06/2026

📣 Bristol County Savings Bank is hosting a Small Business "Lunch & Learn: Borrowing Basics" on Wednesday, June 24th, from 11:30 AM – 1 PM at 215 Armistice Blvd, Pawtucket, RI. 🚀 Lunch is included! 🍽️ 🔗 Space is limited, reserve your spot today: members.ribba.org/ap/Events/Re...

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 15/06/2026

📣 Rhode Island small business owners! Join us on Wed., June 17, for an info. session hosted by RIBBA in partnership with RI DEDI: MBECO division & Bristol County Savings Bank. 🗓️ Wednesday, June 17th 🕔 5 PM - 6:30 PM 📍 BCSB, 5 Exchange St., Providence 🔗 Register: members.ribba.org/ap/Events/Re... 🚀

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 11/06/2026

📣 Reminder: The deadline to apply to our Young Adult Business Pitch is Thursday, June 11th! Rhode Island entrepreneurs ages 18–30 — don’t miss your chance to pitch your business idea. 💡 Connect with industry experts, gain feedback, & secure funding. ✨ ⏳ Hurry! Apply Now: ribba.org/business-pit...

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RIBBA | Young Adult Business Pitch – Application

RIBBA is a non-profit organization dedicated to closing the wealth gap in Rhode Island, empowering all residents to thrive and fostering opportunities for future generations.

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 08/06/2026

We're excited to announce that tickets for our Annual Awards Gala are officially available! 🎉 You're invited to join us as we celebrate our "Sweet 16" & 16 years of empowering our communities. 🌟 🎟 Buy Tickets: ribba.org/gala Early bird ticket sales end July 1st! Get your tickets soon! ✨

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 05/06/2026

🎉 Rhode Island African Restaurant Week continues until June 7th! It’s the perfect weekend to visit, support, & discover incredible African-owned restaurants. Make sure to let them know RIBBA sent you & tag us! 🍽️ 👉 Click here for participating restaurants: facebook.com/share/1L6GUZ... #SupportLocal

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 04/06/2026

RIBBA's Rhode Island African Restaurant Week is here! 🎉 Celebrate the RI Summer of Soccer from June 1st to 7th by exploring the rich culinary traditions of Africa & supporting local businesses. ⚽️ 🔗 Learn more and invite your family, friends & network: facebook.com/share/1E97ki...

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 01/06/2026

Recently, we launched a new cohort of our LEAP Mentorship & Training Program! 🚀 10 Rhode Island young leaders are now on a journey to gain the skills, mentorship, & confidence needed to achieve their academic & career goals. 💪 ➡️ Applications are rolling—apply now: ribba.org/leap-program

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 29/05/2026

As part of our Learning Series, we hosted a "How to Start a Food Business" workshop for RI #entrepreneurs ready to launch or grow their ventures, led by Martha Perez-Barton, Director of Incubation at Hope & Main. 🍴 ➡️ To get started, visit ribba.org/small-business-programs 🚀

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RIBBA @ribba.org · 27/05/2026

🏆 Calling all Rhode Island young entrepreneurs ages 18–30! Apply for RIBBA's Young Adult Business Pitch Competition for a chance to pitch your business idea, connect with industry experts and secure funding to grow your venture, up to $5,000! 💰✨ ➡️ Apply: ribba.org/business-pitch/apply

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