Upcoming Events
Women's Fund of Rhode Island invites you to view the list of our upcoming events on Facebook and on this sheet, which you can download and share with your friends!
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Youth Advisory Board: Join us for candid conversations about mental health, restorative feminist justice circles, and mindful art facilitated by licensed mental health counselors. This group is open to any Rhode Island high school girls and gender-expansive youth ages 13-18. We ask that parents or guardians fill out the registration form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgRtXN0atzp80e14YWWgjUUuCRjZTQLFGVaF8j_jGUutAO5A/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=102466044019799898688
July 21 from 5-7pm Sip & Shop at Anchored Soul in Wickford: Anchored Soul, a place to explore soulful art, healing services, and uplifting events designed to inspire and restore, is hosting a Sip & Shop to benefit Women's Fund of Rhode Island. Come sip and shop with us and learn about the power of collective giving and how people can create change together. Free registration at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/j7uwce/event/anchoredsoulsipshop/.
Month of August at Newport Stop & Shop: WFRI will receive $1 for each $2.50 reusable Community Bag sold.
August 4 from 5:30-7pm at Be Well Chiropractic in Providence: A Moment of Stillness, A Movement for Change- Learning to care for ourselves and our community can be challenging. Join Debbi-Jo Horton, chair of WFRI's Feminist Giving Circle, and Elise Bish of Be Well Chiropractic, for a conversation about the power of collective giving and how women can create change together, followed by a restorative sound bath. Current members of the giving circle will share what their experience has been like and plans for the fall giving cycle, which will include young women and girls. Free registration at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/j7uwce/event/amomentofstillnessamovementforchange.
September 20 at 2:00pm at Centreville Bank Stadium: Boston Legacy - As excitement builds around this summer’s global soccer spotlight and the continued rise of women’s sports, join us for a special match benefiting WFRI as part of our 25th anniversary celebration. This is more than a game; it’s an opportunity to celebrate the power, talent, and leadership of women athletes while investing in a future where women and girls have equitable opportunities both on and off the field. Gather your friends, family, and colleagues to be part of the energy, inspiration, and momentum surrounding women’s soccer while supporting WFRI’s mission to achieve gender equity through systemic change. Tickets at: https://www.gofevo.com/event/wfri25th
September 23 from 5:00-8 pm at Bally’s Twin River in Lincoln: Women Leading Change - This high-energy evening brings together business leaders, changemakers, and community advocates from all sectors to recognize outstanding contributions that are leveling the playing field for women and girls in Rhode Island. This year, we honor:
- Representative Julie Casimiro, Susan Farmer Advocacy Award
- Amy Romero, Lawyers’ Committee for Rhode Island, Simone Joyaux Leadership Award
- Bev Wiley, Community Impact Award
This event is open to everyone who believes in a more equitable Rhode Island- and it’s always one of the most inspiring nights of the year! Entertainment provided by The Persisters and Ten31 Suffragettes. Currently seeking sponsors- reach out to Deb Honor at dhonor@wfri.org. Tickets at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/eventswfri/event/womenleadingchange2026/.
Sept 30 from 4-8pm at Roger Williams University School of Law in Bristol: Gubernatorial Forum - Every four years, WFRI and the League of Women Voters host a debate for candidates running for Governor. Listen to top candidates for Governor as they share their vision for RI, particularly as it relates to health, economic security, and civic engagement of RI residents. Special thanks to media sponsor Ocean State Media and event sponsor RWU School of Law. Preregistration is required at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/j7uwce/event/gubernatorialforum/.
April 7, 2027 (time TBD) at Kirkbrae Country Club, Lincoln, RI: Elevate Your Career – Join Women's Fund of Rhode Island for its signature career advancement experience, bringing together individuals ready to grow with accomplished women across a wide range of industries. Through engaging small-group conversations and dynamic panel discussions, attendees will gain real-world insights, fresh perspectives, and meaningful connections to support their professional journey. Whether you’re exploring a new path, advancing in your current role, or stepping into leadership, this is the room to be in. Registration link coming soon.
