Providence, R.I. (February 11, 2026) – With the return of 401Gives less than 60 days away, nonprofits
across Rhode Island looking to participate and raise funds to support their work are invited to register
today at 401Gives.org. This year’s 401Gives will kick-off bright and early on Tuesday, March 31. The
move from the effort’s traditional April 1 start date is to honor Passover. Community giving will take
place until 6 p.m. on April 1.
401Gives makes it easy for nonprofits to participate and for individuals to make donations to them.
The initiative utilizes an online fundraising platform and harnesses the power of social media and
peer-to-peer outreach. It is powered by the Alliance for Nonprofit Impact and in partnership with
United Way of RI. Already, more than 300 nonprofits have signed up for this year.
“We know how challenging the current environment is for our fellow nonprofits as they wrestle to
meet high community need while navigating constant funding uncertainties,” said Nancy Wolanski,
director of the Alliance for Nonprofit Impact at UWRI. “Participating in 401Gives helps nonprofits tell
their stories, highlight the impact of their work, and connect with Rhode Island donors who care about
their cause. And we’ve seen that connection lead to meaningful and significant financial support.”
After registering, nonprofits can begin customizing their individual 401Gives page. Each page features
the ability to add images, embed video, and more. Nonprofits also benefit from an online library of
webinars and training videos, and a Nonprofit Toolkit with sample emails, social media tips, and
downloadable graphics. Additionally, the Alliance will offer virtual office hours to further support the
401Gives experience for nonprofits. While the deadline to register is March 20, the Early Bird
registration rate ends February 14.
Since launching in 2020, 401Gives has become Rhode Island’s largest statewide philanthropic
initiative in support of local nonprofits. In 2025, the effort reached new heights, raising $4.9 million
and inspiring more than 31,000 donations to 644 different organizations.
For questions or to learn more about 401Gives, email Caitlynn Douglas at 401Gives@unitedwayri.org.
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