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The FPA of Rhode Island is a nonprofit corporation organized under the laws of the State of Rhode Island. Exists to further the success of the financial planning profession. Developed programs and services that include monthly meetings, educational presentations, special events, and networking opportunities for members and associated professionals. In addition FPA – RI is extensively involved in community outreach. Its goal is to provide the consumer with the resources necessary to make sound financial decisions.

Services: Aids, counsels and assists small businesses. Provides financial management and marketing assistance; educational workshops. Business Information Center, Manager, 528-4688 Economic Development, Assistant District Director, 528-4540 Enterprise Community Business Information Center 550 Broad Street, Providence, 272-1083 SCORE, 528-4571 Procurement Assistance: Boston Office, 617-451-2040

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) empowers individuals and organizations to practice ethical fundraising through professional education, networking, research and advocacy. Professional Development sessions – offered throughout the year on a variety of fundraising topics geared toward both new and seasoned professionals. Networking Breakfasts – regularly scheduled networking breakfasts offer an opportunity to meet other professionals, share information and make valued connections; National Philanthropy Day – Every November, AFP-RI hosts Rhode Island’s premier event celebrating philanthropy with nearly 500 people attending; Conference – The Chapter hosts a fundraising conference including educational tracks for all levels of experience, nationally recognized keynote speakers and great networking with other professionals. Members receive a significant discount; Government Relations – Members are kept informed of legislation affecting nonprofits. AFP-RI’s Government Relations Committee advocates for sound legislation that supports ethical fundraising and donors’ rights; Awards – AFP-RI honors outstanding philanthropists at National Philanthropy Day and recognizes individuals celebrating milestone anniversaries as AFP members at our annual meeting.

The purpose of the Rhode Island Organizing Project (RIOP) is to promote justice and the common good. RIOP trains leaders to be active in their communities around the issues that are important to them.