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Expand Opportunity. Transform Lives.

Your generosity helps Rhode Island College provide an accessible, high-quality education to students determined to transform their futures. Many RIC students rely on financial aid and are the first in their families to attend college—your support expands opportunity, affordability, and upward mobility.

Expand Opportunity. Transform Lives.

Your generosity helps Rhode Island College provide an accessible, high-quality education to students determined to transform their futures. Many RIC students rely on financial aid and are the first in their families to attend college—your support expands opportunity, affordability, and upward mobility.

Annual & Recurring Giving

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Monthly Giving

Move from one-time giving to an ongoing commitment to RIC. For monthly giving, we automatically bill your credit or debit card for a hassle-free, budget-friendly way to make your gift go further, faster.

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Faculty and Staff Giving

As faculty and staff you give so much already. Thank you for being so generous to consider giving more. We'd be more than happy to help you complete our Payroll Deduction Form to get started.

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Alumni Giving

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Reunion Giving

Making a special gift to Rhode Island College in your reunion year is a way to pay tribute to your RIC memories while affording today’s students the opportunity to make their own.

Leadership Giving

Nazarian Society

The Nazarian Society of Rhode Island College recognizes leadership giving of $500 or more annually. Your support helps provide scholarships, strengthen programs, and enhance the student experience.

Gold & White Society

The Gold and White Society honors alumni and friends who have made a lasting commitment to Rhode Island College through a planned gift. Society members help ensure opportunity, access, and excellence for generations to come.

1854 Society

The 1854 Society recognizes Rhode Island College's largest philanthropic supporters. If you're interested in giving at this level, and making large-scale impact, please reach out.

Endowed & Scholarship Support

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Endowment & Scholarship Giving

Endowed funds may be established to honor individuals, reflect alumni gratitude, express admiration for former professors, and generally assist the college in its mission, (often through the establishment of a new student scholarship).

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Maximize Your Gift!

Did you know that employers often participate in matching gift programs - matching most charitable donations made by their employees and even their retirees? Make the most of your gift through gift matching!

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Tribute & Legacy Gifts

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Memorial Giving

In times of loss, honoring the memory of a loved one can bring comfort and meaning. 

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Here to Help!

Rhode Island College Alumni & Foundation

We are committed stewards who unite students and alumni, faculty and staff, friends and community partners to champion Rhode Island College's future through meaningful service, contributions, and active engagement.