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Bennett Named Chief of Staff & Public Affairs Officer

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Kyle Bennett, who has long been at the forefront of United Way of Rhode Island's legislative and policy work, has been promoted to the organization's Chief of Staff & Public Affairs Officer. Most recently, he served as senior director of public policy and equity, and joined United Way in 2006.

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Grantmakers Council of R.I. names Bourns new executive director

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Courtney Bourns, who has served as a strategy and program consultant for multiple foundations across the country for the last six years, has been named the new executive director for the Grantmakers Council of Rhode Island, the financial support nonprofit announced Tuesday.

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Americans turn to 211 helpline amid mounting economic hardships

CBS News

The Wall Street Journal reports Americans are turning to social services helpline 211 in economic emergencies. Rachel Wolfe, consumer trends reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to discuss.

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Internet After the End of the COVID-era Affordable Connectivity Program

The Public's Radio

Courtney Smith, Director of Innovation and Community Outreach at the United Way of Rhode Island joins The Public's Radio to discuss tips on accessing affordable and reliable internet after the end of the COVID-era Affordable Connectivity program.

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Free meals available for RI kids this summer

WPRI

State officials announced Tuesday that the Summer Food Service Program will resume in early July. Free meals will be served in communities statewide to Rhode Island students 18 and younger, with no registration required.

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Studio10's Ben DeCastro talking with Kevin Matta, senior director of people and culture for United Way of Rhode Island.

United Way’s Equity Challenge to honor Juneteenth

Studio10

Studio10's Ben DeCastro is learning more about... United Way of Rhode Island's Equity Challenge. The event is meant to help people and businesses become more knowledgeable about topics surrounding diversity, equity, inclusion, justice and more.

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United Way of RI launches Alliance for Nonprofit Impact

Rhode Island Current

The Alliance for Nonprofit Impact, launched by United Way of Rhode Island, aims to strengthen the capacity of the state’s nonprofit organizations.

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National 211 Day – United Way 211 in Rhode Island

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United Way of Rhode Island took a record number of calls – 263,347 – in 2021. Requests for help with housing, food, and health information top the needs among Rhode Islanders.

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2024 Common Good Awards

Rhode Island Monthly

The Common Good Awards recognize Rhode Island businesses that inspire philanthropy in their employees and encourage community engagement.

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United Way Welcomes Larry Warner as Director of Grants and Strategic Initiatives

“United Way of Rhode Island (UWRI) has welcomed a new staff member to its community investment team, hiring Larry Warner as Director of Grants and Strategic Initiatives. He assumed his new position on April 22.”

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