Join this special Thursday Gathering as we partner with The Muse Foundation to host the 4th annual Rhode Island Black Philanthropy Month Kickoff!

The MUSE Foundation of Rhode Island created the Rhode Island Black Philanthropy Month (RIBPM) initiative to highlight black-led organizations and promote philanthropy in the black community and African diaspora. In 2021, Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza signed a proclamation recognizing Black Philanthropy Month, the first in New England. In 2022, Rhode Island Lt. Governor Sabina Mattos and Governor Dan McKee signed a statewide proclamation, making Rhode Island the first New England state to recognize Black Philanthropy Month. Donations from the 2023 fundraising campaign with JUNETEENTH RI established an endowment. As of Fall 2023, contributions can be made to the "RI Black Philanthropy Month Legacy Fund" managed by the Rhode Island Foundation.