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Nonprofit Appreciation Month Registration

November is Nonprofit Appreciation Month, and the Alliance for Nonprofit Impact has more than a month's worth of thank you activities planned for Rhode Island nonprofits!

Here is what we have in store:
  • Celebratory events across the state
  • Prize drawings for both individual nonprofit staff and for organizations
  • Social media campaign to recognize the great work of Ocean State nonprofits -- with mini-grant drawings!
CELEBRATION EVENTS
  • Snuggle with some furry creatures at West Place Animal Sanctuary in Tiverton -- Friday, November 6, 10:00am-noon RAIN DATE: Thursday, November 12, 10am-noon
  • Test your trivia skills with other nonprofit brainiacs at Audrey's in South Kingstown -- Friday, November 20, 8:00-10:00pm
  • Connect with other nonprofit staff with light bites at the Westerly Library and then stroll the illuminated streets and galleries of Westerly -- Wednesday, December 3, 4:30-6:30pm
  • Welcome the holidays with the Festival of Lights at Roger Williams Park Zoo -- Friday, December 11, 4:30-8:30pm
REFRESHMENT EVENTS
There are also opportunities for you to take advantage of free programs offered by nonprofits around the state this month. Don't miss this chance for some wellness self-care, offered by nonprofits around the state. (Follow the registration links to register directly at the host nonprofit's site.)
  • Meditation hosted by SHRI Studio in Pawtucket -- Monday, November 9, 5:15-5:45pm -- Registration link
  • Monday Lunchtime Community Meditation Gathering hosted by Brown University Mindfulness -- each week at noon-12:30pm -- Registration link
  • Nature Walk hosted by Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown -- Wednesday, November 18, 3:00-3:45pm -- Meet at 2:45pm at the Welcome Center. No registration required
Please note that all nonprofit staff, paid and unpaid, are welcome to participate in these events, but if we have space limitations, we will prioritize staff from Alliance member organizations. You can join the Alliance for free here.

While we love and recognize the importance of your families, these events are designed for adult nonprofit staff only.
Alliance Event Registration
1.Name
2.Organization
3.Email
4.Phone
5.Which event(s) would you like to register for?
6.Do you have any food restrictions?
7.We strive to make all of our events accessible so that all nonprofit staff can participate (both paid and volunteer).

West Place Animal Sanctuary has a golf cart to ensure that visitors with mobility challenges can experience the whole tour.

Audrey's is handicapped accessible.

The Westerly Library, where the reception will be held, is handicapped accessible.

The Zoo is handicapped accessible -- please let us know ahead of time if you will need a rental wheelchair.

Please let us know if you need any additional accommodations to fully participate.