David N. Cicilline
@davidcicilline.bsky.social
President & CEO of the Rhode Island Foundation, Former Member of Congress & Mayor of Providence, Rhode Island
On Veteran’s Day we pause to honor and thank the brave women and men who have served our country with courage. Thank you for your dedication and sacrifice.
November 11, 2025 at 2:17 PM
On Veteran’s Day we pause to honor and thank the brave women and men who have served our country with courage. Thank you for your dedication and sacrifice.
Big congrats to Trinity Rep on officially breaking ground for their expansion! At Rhode Island Foundation we’re proud to support this step forward for RI’s arts scene and can’t wait to see what’s next.
November 10, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Big congrats to Trinity Rep on officially breaking ground for their expansion! At Rhode Island Foundation we’re proud to support this step forward for RI’s arts scene and can’t wait to see what’s next.
Thinking of my dear friend Liz Cheney, and her entire family today. My hope is that they find comfort in the legacy of service, and deep love of country, that our former Vice President has left behind. May he rest in peace.
November 4, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Thinking of my dear friend Liz Cheney, and her entire family today. My hope is that they find comfort in the legacy of service, and deep love of country, that our former Vice President has left behind. May he rest in peace.
🥫SNAP benefits are suspended. 143,000 RI’ers are at risk of hunger.
We’re committing $1M in emergency grants — and asking YOU to help.
💙 Donate: rifoundation.org/food
#TogetherRI
We’re committing $1M in emergency grants — and asking YOU to help.
💙 Donate: rifoundation.org/food
#TogetherRI
October 28, 2025 at 5:55 PM
🥫SNAP benefits are suspended. 143,000 RI’ers are at risk of hunger.
We’re committing $1M in emergency grants — and asking YOU to help.
💙 Donate: rifoundation.org/food
#TogetherRI
We’re committing $1M in emergency grants — and asking YOU to help.
💙 Donate: rifoundation.org/food
#TogetherRI
Gumbofest exceeded expectations! There’s something special about gathering around good food and powerful stories. Glad to join in to support College Unbound.
October 11, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Gumbofest exceeded expectations! There’s something special about gathering around good food and powerful stories. Glad to join in to support College Unbound.
From moving train tracks to relocating 195, the Providence Foundation has helped to shape our capital city through powerful partnerships. @rifoundation we’re proud to support this vital organization and continue the transformational work together. Here’s to 50 years of impact!
October 4, 2025 at 2:49 PM
From moving train tracks to relocating 195, the Providence Foundation has helped to shape our capital city through powerful partnerships. @rifoundation we’re proud to support this vital organization and continue the transformational work together. Here’s to 50 years of impact!
Wishing everyone a sweet and meaningful Rosh Hashanah, may this new year bring renewal, reflection, and joy.
September 22, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Wishing everyone a sweet and meaningful Rosh Hashanah, may this new year bring renewal, reflection, and joy.
Excited to join a panel at the Nat’l Conference on Citizenship exploring the question: What if we strengthened civic health from the bottom up? We discussed how place-based philanthropy, led by community foundations, can action on civic renewal through year-round local engagement.
September 16, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Excited to join a panel at the Nat’l Conference on Citizenship exploring the question: What if we strengthened civic health from the bottom up? We discussed how place-based philanthropy, led by community foundations, can action on civic renewal through year-round local engagement.
It was such a pleasure to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month - a time for us to focus on celebrating the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and countless contributions of Hispanic and Latin Americans - at the Gala de la Hispanidad this weekend.
September 15, 2025 at 1:27 PM
It was such a pleasure to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month - a time for us to focus on celebrating the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and countless contributions of Hispanic and Latin Americans - at the Gala de la Hispanidad this weekend.
Happy 30 Foster Forward! Thank you for working tirelessly to improve outcomes within the child welfare system by prioritizing RI’s children, youth, and families. It’s our honor at Rhode Island Foundation to support your work.
September 13, 2025 at 12:58 AM
Happy 30 Foster Forward! Thank you for working tirelessly to improve outcomes within the child welfare system by prioritizing RI’s children, youth, and families. It’s our honor at Rhode Island Foundation to support your work.
Today we remember the lives lost and honor the heroes who responded with courage on September 11, 2001. We carry forward the resilience and unity that emerged, the strength of the American spirit, and our commitment to never forget.
September 11, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Today we remember the lives lost and honor the heroes who responded with courage on September 11, 2001. We carry forward the resilience and unity that emerged, the strength of the American spirit, and our commitment to never forget.
Welcoming First Lady of Cabo Verde to East Providence to hear about her new initiative to help women recover from drug and alcohol abuse.
September 6, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Welcoming First Lady of Cabo Verde to East Providence to hear about her new initiative to help women recover from drug and alcohol abuse.
On Labor Day, we honor the grit and resilience of Rhode Island’s workers and their families. Together, we’ll keep building a state where everyone can thrive.
September 1, 2025 at 1:15 PM
On Labor Day, we honor the grit and resilience of Rhode Island’s workers and their families. Together, we’ll keep building a state where everyone can thrive.
Rhode Island has lost a giant with the passing of Judge Caprio. He ably demonstrated kindness and dedication to justice throughout his life, sharing his gift of compassion with the world and inspiring millions. Rest in peace, my dear friend.
August 21, 2025 at 1:35 AM
Rhode Island has lost a giant with the passing of Judge Caprio. He ably demonstrated kindness and dedication to justice throughout his life, sharing his gift of compassion with the world and inspiring millions. Rest in peace, my dear friend.
Excited to host colleagues from dozens of the country’s largest community foundations @rifoundation this week. Looking forward to learning from each other, and showing off the Ocean State!
July 30, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Excited to host colleagues from dozens of the country’s largest community foundations @rifoundation this week. Looking forward to learning from each other, and showing off the Ocean State!
Congratulations to the 2025 @rifoundation scholarship recipients 🎉 It was so inspiring to celebrate with you, we can’t wait to see what comes next for each and every one of you!
July 30, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Congratulations to the 2025 @rifoundation scholarship recipients 🎉 It was so inspiring to celebrate with you, we can’t wait to see what comes next for each and every one of you!
Joined my Uncle Bud today to celebrate with Aquidneck Island’s Forum Lodge #391, Order Sons of Italy in America as they honored the eldest members of the Lodge. Such a lovely celebration of Italian culture and community!
July 20, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Joined my Uncle Bud today to celebrate with Aquidneck Island’s Forum Lodge #391, Order Sons of Italy in America as they honored the eldest members of the Lodge. Such a lovely celebration of Italian culture and community!
We dedicated Rita Murphy Way today, at Rounds Ave., in Rita’s beloved Providence. A dear friend and colleague for many years, Rita has dedicated her life to selfless public service and to finding solutions for those in need. Thank you, Rita!
July 19, 2025 at 4:57 PM
We dedicated Rita Murphy Way today, at Rounds Ave., in Rita’s beloved Providence. A dear friend and colleague for many years, Rita has dedicated her life to selfless public service and to finding solutions for those in need. Thank you, Rita!
Rhode Island has lost a creative giant and an inspiring, dedicated philanthropist in my friend, Alan Hassenfeld. Thank you for the legacy you’ve left, rest in peace, we will miss you.
July 9, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Rhode Island has lost a creative giant and an inspiring, dedicated philanthropist in my friend, Alan Hassenfeld. Thank you for the legacy you’ve left, rest in peace, we will miss you.
The 4th of July has special meaning here in RI, where we led the 13 colonies in renouncing the crown. We’ve always had a fiercely independent spirit, confidence in the ties that bind us as Americans, and great hope for our nation’s future. Happy Independence Day, RI!
July 4, 2025 at 9:20 PM
The 4th of July has special meaning here in RI, where we led the 13 colonies in renouncing the crown. We’ve always had a fiercely independent spirit, confidence in the ties that bind us as Americans, and great hope for our nation’s future. Happy Independence Day, RI!
Excited to welcome a new cohort of Teach for America educators to RI! We’re eager for you to get to know our state’s amazing teachers and kids, and to become part of the community.
July 1, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Excited to welcome a new cohort of Teach for America educators to RI! We’re eager for you to get to know our state’s amazing teachers and kids, and to become part of the community.
Congratulations to the honorees at this evening’s Jewish Alliance of Greater RI Annual Meeting - Edward Feldstein, Rabbi Neimeiser, Amy Page DeBlasio, Katie Ziegler, and Michele Gallagher!
June 19, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Congratulations to the honorees at this evening’s Jewish Alliance of Greater RI Annual Meeting - Edward Feldstein, Rabbi Neimeiser, Amy Page DeBlasio, Katie Ziegler, and Michele Gallagher!
Happy 40th to the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council and its founder the inimitable Bob Billington!
June 17, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Happy 40th to the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council and its founder the inimitable Bob Billington!
Wishing a wonderful Father’s Day to my dad Jack, and all of the amazing fathers who are celebrating today!
June 15, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Wishing a wonderful Father’s Day to my dad Jack, and all of the amazing fathers who are celebrating today!
Incredible Pell Awards Gala, to benefit Trinity Rep this evening. Congratulations to Tina Fey, Kelli O’Hara, Bernadet Pitts-Wiley, and Loren Spears - and thank you for sharing your inspiring talents with the world to advance the arts and draw us all closer together!
June 11, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Incredible Pell Awards Gala, to benefit Trinity Rep this evening. Congratulations to Tina Fey, Kelli O’Hara, Bernadet Pitts-Wiley, and Loren Spears - and thank you for sharing your inspiring talents with the world to advance the arts and draw us all closer together!