Venture Cafe is proud to host a dynamic and engaging Community Expo as part of our Thursday Gathering event, shining a spotlight on the impactful work of community organizations from across Rhode Island. This special edition is dedicated to the theme of “Black Philanthropy and Community,” aiming to showcase the remarkable contributions of these organizations in creating positive change and fostering community development.

Tabling organizations include:

Mini Entrepreneurs of Rhode Island

Mini Entrepreneurs of RI is a non-profit organization that aims to empower the next generation of leaders by providing children from BIPOC and under-resourced communities with a solid foundation in entrepreneurship education. We believe in the power of entrepreneurship and seek to create opportunities while also supporting the personal and academic development of children as lifelong learners. We are committed to creating fun and engaging learning experiences that inspire children to explore their creativity, develop critical thinking skills, and cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset.

Reentry Campus Program 

Reentry Campus Program (RCP) is a Providence, Rhode Island-based organization working nationally to help currently and formerly incarcerated individuals receive a post-secondary education on their way to becoming self-sufficient and successful.

A Sweet Creation Youth Organization

Youth organization, working with young people between the ages of 12 and 25 in marginalized communities in the City Of Providence over 17 years working in diversity, equity and inclusion and civil rights, social justice non-violence

MENTOR Rhode Island

MENTOR Rhode Island is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the expansion of quality mentoring services for Rhode Island youth. We envision a Rhode Island where all youth are connected to relationships with adults who inspire and support them. All youth will have role models who provide a road map for lifelong success and achievement. Our mission is to ensure youth have access to the motivational and supportive relationships they need to grow into confident, successful adults