In 2025, we served 48% more businesses than in 2024—an inspiring milestone in our effort to create opportunities across Rhode Island. Your support helps us tackle workforceshortages and support entrepreneurs, making a real difference in lives moving toward stability and sustainability.
Your contribution is an investment in opportunity and wealth-building for Rhode Island families and communities. Every dollar expands job training, increases access to capital, and builds pathways to meaningful careers. Now more than ever, your support is vital to closing the wealth gap and helping all Rhode Islanders thrive.
This year marks RIBBA’s 16th anniversary—a moment to celebrate our impact and look ahead to continued progress. Some of our achievements include:
- Supporting over 1,700 Rhode Island businesses
- Assisted clients in securing $2.3 million in capital
- Awarding $200,000+ in micro-grants
- Training 250+ participants in workforce development programs
- Achieving a 98% graduation rate in our Emerging Leaders Development Program
- Providing over $100,000 in scholarships and youth entrepreneurship funding
These numbers represent real people. Investing in them creates a ripple effect—improving food security, stability, and homeownership, and strengthening communities statewide. Thank you for being part of our journey. Together, we are building a stronger Rhode Island for all.
