Please join us September 29 for a conversation with some of Rhode Island’s veteran grant
professionals to explore the state of philanthropy in Rhode Island during these challenging
times and to learn about the 2026/27 grant application details from our Director of Grants,
Dr. Catherine Piccoli.

Innovate Newport, Tuesday September 29
5:00 – 7:00 pm.

Guest panelists:
Courtney Bournes, Executive Director of the Rhode Island Grantmakers Council
Keith Tavares, Director of Capacity Building, Rhode Island Foundation
Nancy Wolanski, Director of the United Way’s Alliance for Nonprofit Impact
Dr. Catherine Piccoli Director of Grants for Impact 100 Newport County

Moderator:
Bevan Linsley: Grant Consultant and former Executive Director of Aquidneck Community Table

The evening is structured to be informative and to allow attendees to engage in a meaningful
dialogue with the panelists and each other.