BankRI Provides $115,600 to Rhode Island Nonprofits
Nearly three dozen nonprofits in the Ocean State have received a boost in funding thanks to Bank Rhode Island (BankRI). In support of community-based programs that serve Rhode Islanders across the state, the Bank awarded a total of $115,600 in charitable grants to 31 organizations.
Holiday Giving Tree Leads to 6,944 Gifts, Brightening Season for Kids Across R.I.
The holidays promise to be brighter for underprivileged children across Rhode Island thanks to the kindness and generosity of the community. In its 27th year, the Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) Holiday Giving Tree led to 6,944 gifts, making this year one of the biggest in the program’s history.
SBA Recognizes 2024 Rhode Island Lenders of the Year
Bank Rhode Island as the 7(a) Dollar Volume Lender of the Year. THE U.S. SMALL BUSINESS Administration says more than $114 million in SBA loans were issued to Rhode Islanders during fiscal 2024. The agency recognized the leading Ocean State lenders in several categories during an awards ceremony at the Pawtucket Country Club on Dec. 6.
BankRI Kicks-Off its “Holiday Giving Tree” Program to Bring Joy to Local Kids
With the holidays right around the corner, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) is getting a jump on its longstanding tradition brightening the season for underprivileged kids across the Ocean State. On November 1, the bank begins its 27th Annual Holiday Giving Tree program at all 22 of its branch locations statewide, inviting the community to help make this year the biggest yet.
No-Cost Financial Workshop Offered in Spanish Coming to Newport Oct. 23
October is National Financial Planning Month, and with it, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI), Conexión Latina Newport, and PCF Development are partnering to host a complimentary financial fitness workshop in Newport and offered in Spanish. The in-person session will be held on Wednesday, October 23, at Conexión Latina Newport, located at 170 Broadway, beginning at 5 p.m.
BankRI sends $69,500 in Funding to Local Nonprofits
With back to school and the start of fall often a time of increased need in the community, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) has provided funding to local nonprofits to support their vital work. The bank awarded a total of $69,500 in grants to twenty organizations across the state.
BankRI Food Drive Tops 4,300 Pounds!
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Thanks to a generous community, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) collected 4,338 pounds of food during its recent summer food drive, making this year’s effort one of the program’s largest ever.
BankRI Hires John Bunch as Senior Vice President, Franchise Banking
Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) is growing its Franchise Banking Division. The bank today announced it has hired John Bunch as Senior Vice President, Franchise Banking. The experienced commercial lender specializes in financing for the quick service restaurant market and works out of BankRI’s corporate office in downtown Providence.
Rhode Island Nonprofits Receive $100,725 from BankRI
Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) has awarded $100,725 in charitable grants to local nonprofits. In total, forty organizations throughout the state have received funding to support community programs that provide basic needs assistance, education to youth, workforce development, summer camp scholarships, health and wellness services, and more.
BankRI Galleries Present Painter Gib Smith at its Pitman Street Gallery
BankRI Galleries is pleased to present work by Rhode Island painter Gib Smith at its Pitman Street Gallery, located at 137 Pitman Street on Providence’s East Side. The installation is on display now through September 4.
