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Despite a stalled economy and uncertain job market, particularly for recent college graduates, James Damron feels good about the steps he and his team at Bryant University are taking to develop strong relationships with current and potential donors.
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By John A. Lahtinen |
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We’re all familiar with the billboard image and mission of Big Brothers and Big Sisters: a man or woman offering care, time and attention to a lonely or overlooked boy or girl.
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By Mary Lhowe
Contributing Writer | 11/5/12 |
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As today’s economic climate continues to be an uphill battle for many, local nonprofits are finding that freshening up fundraising initiatives is imperative. While the typical mainstays of fundraising, such as direct mail campaigns, are unlikely to disappear, some local nonprofits are thinking beyond the postcard and seeing positive results.
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By Jenn Salcido |
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If a nonprofit wants an upcoming fundraiser to be considered for a calendar listing, email information to nonprofit@PBN.com at least four weeks in advance of the event.
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By PBN Staff
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Parents and staff affiliated with Family Service of Rhode Island will soon be able to learn infant CPR using realistic infant mannequins.
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By PBN Staff
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The Holy Cross Christian Counseling Assembly will host its first White Tie Celebration in memory of Bishop Robert E. Farrow on Nov. 10 at the Providence Marriott on Orms Street from 6-10 p.m.
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By Rebecca Keister |
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A donation today of 1,000 turkeys from Stop & Shop to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank marks the start of the 2012 Food Bank’s Holiday Meal Drive which will run through Dec. 31.
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By Rebecca Keister |
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Webster Bank, the Waterbury-based regional bank serving businesses and consumers from Westchester County, N.Y., to Boston, has made a $10,000 donation to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund to help support those affected by Hurricane Sandy.
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By Michael Souza |
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Companies and others looking to make charitable contributions typically don’t need help finding nonprofits and others in need.
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By Alli-Michelle Conti |
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At the Johnston headquarters of FM Global, it’s not unusual to find employees building castles from Legos. They’re preparing for a company contest that raises money for the United Way of Rhode Island.
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By John Larrabee
Contributing Writer | 11/7/11 |