‘Rhode Islanders have their nonprofits’ backs’: 401Gives breaks all records, leader says
From Cortney Nicolato with The Boston Globe:
"Dear Rhode Island,
Consider this my love letter to you — one filled with immense gratitude.
When I returned to Rhode Island in 2018 to lead United Way, I saw an opportunity to highlight the vital contributions of the nonprofit sector to our state. Nonprofits, which make up close to 17 percent of the Rhode Island workforce, are the backbone of all that is good here, providing essential services that enrich our lives.
Soon after beginning in my role, we started planning a movement to raise awareness and funds, while also celebrating what makes Rhode Island so very special — the spirit of our community. This movement became 401Gives...."