GCRI Events
FUNDERS FORUM: INVESTING IN THE PILLARS OF CIVIC HEALTH
Thursday, April 2, 2026 : 8:30AM-12:00PM
This is the time for explore philanthropy’s role in shoring up and strengthening the civic health of Rhode Island. Our upcoming Funders Forum, co-hosted with the Rhode Island Foundation, features a half-day program curated by GCRI members to respond strategically and effectively. Together, we will:
- Talk with one another: How might we move together individually and as a field to strengthen Rhode Island’s resilience?
- Use the Civic Health Index as a way to assess the current landscape in Rhode Island: How do we understand civic health, where are we currently investing, and where are there gaps?
- Hear from Rhode Island funders who are prioritizing civic health: What are their strategies, insights, and outlook for the future?
PROGRAM OFFICERS RETREAT
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 : 12:00PM – 5:00PM
Our first-ever Program Officers Retreat is a half-day of learning and peer support for program officers and other philanthropic professionals who hold primary relationships with grantees and prospective grantees. Join us to strengthen connections, develop new skills, and find renewal in your role.
MEMBERS: $175 | NON-MEMBERS: $250
GCRI members who register 3 or more participants are eligible for a 10% discount. Email ali@grantmakersri.org for the discount code.