RIBBA

LXCL:Join us for the Cocktail Hour Reception at our Annual Awards Gala! If you don't want to miss out on the fun, networking, or opportunity to spread the word about your venture, you can purchase a ticket for just this portion of the evening. For $50, enjoy an evening of great conversations, delicious appetizers, and the vibrant atmosphere before the main program begins. Perfect for those looking to make new connections!

Cocktail Hour Reception

LXCL:Early bird tickets are available until July 1, 2026.

Early Bird

LXCL:General Admission will be available from July 2, 2026, until August 27, 2026.

General Admission

LXCL:Includes a table for 10. If you have any questions, contact us at info@ribba.org.

VIP Table

LXCL:Ads should be: <ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">High resolution (300 DPI)</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">JPG/PDF file.</li></ul>Email ads to info@ribba.org

Half Page Ad - 4.5" x 3.5"

Full Page Ad -  4 .5" x 7.5"

✨ You Are Cordially Invited to RIBBA&#39;s Annual Awards Gala! 🎉 Join us as we celebrate our &quot;Sweet 16&quot; and 16 years of empowering Rhode Island&rsquo;s small businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals at our premier black-tie fundraising event. 🌟 Over 500 guests&mdash;including business owners, corporate leaders, policymakers, and community stakeholders&mdash;will gather for an unforgettable night of networking, recognition, and giving back. 🤝 Enjoy a sophisticated cocktail hour 🥂, a delicious dinner 🍽️, and an inspiring awards ceremony 🏆 honoring individuals who exemplify excellence in leadership. RIBBA recognizes those who have made significant contributions to Rhode Island&rsquo;s economic and community development. 💪 This elegant event themed &quot;Powering Progress: Transforming Communities Beyond Boundaries,&quot; highlights our community&rsquo;s resilience and the generosity of our <a fr-original-style="" href="https://ribba.org/partners" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">partners</a>. Your ticket purchase and support help sustain vital programs that provide access to funding, training, certifications, and opportunities for businesses, professionals, and youth to grow and succeed. 🚀 Event Highlights:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🎖️ Awards Program</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🎤 Live Entertainment</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🍽️ Gourmet Dinner</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🖼️ Raffle</li></ul>👗 Dress Code: Formal Attire <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1784831150/wysiwyg/yu7zqzwaqodw0jorg1dm.jpg" style="width: 763px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit; background-clip: padding-box; border-radius: 10px;" fr-original-style="width: 763px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable fr-rounded"> <a fr-original-style="" href="https://ribba.org/partnership/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Partnership opportunities are available!</a> 🌟 Partner with us and <a fr-original-style="" href="https://ribba.org/partners" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">join a distinguished circle of supporters</a> dedicated to empowering small businesses, professionals, and families in Rhode Island. With over 16 years of experience, RIBBA offers impactful programs that develop capacity, create jobs, and increase revenue for entrepreneurs across Rhode Island. Have questions? Contact us at 📧 <a data-fr-linked="true" fr-original-style="" href="mailto:info@ribba.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">info@ribba.org</a> for assistance with tickets, partnerships,&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://ribba.org/donate" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">donations</a>, or advertising. Please note: All sales are final. No refunds will be accepted. However, transfers are allowed if arrangements are made in advance.

Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for your support and for purchasing tickets to RIBBA&rsquo;s Annual Awards Gala! 🎟️ We are thrilled to have you join us for this special evening celebrating our 16th anniversary and honoring Rhode Island&rsquo;s small business owners, entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders.&nbsp; Your participation helps us continue our mission of closing the wealth gap in Rhode Island.&nbsp;We look forward to celebrating with you on Friday, August 28th, at the Kirkbrae Country Club, in Lincoln, RI, at 6 PM. Please find your receipt and e-tickets attached to this email. Keep these handy for check-in on the event day. If you have any questions or need assistance, contact us at 📧 <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:info@ribba.org" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;">info@ribba.org</a>. Thank you once again for your support. Together, we are building a stronger, more vibrant Rhode Island! Best regards, &nbsp;<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1754406866/wysiwyg/dhozvppytkqvzop6xyjf.png" style="width: 151px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 151px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">Your dedicated RIBBA Team &nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:info@ribba.org" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">info@ribba.org</a><a fr-original-style="" href="https://ribba.org" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://ribba.org</a>

✨ You Are Cordially Invited to RIBBA's Annual Awards Gala! 🎉 Join us as we celebrate our "Sweet 16" and 16 years of empowering Rhode Island’s small businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals at our premier black-tie fundraising event. 🌟 Over 500 guests—including business owners, corporate leaders, policymakers, and community stakeholders—will gather for an unforgettable night of networking, recognition, and giving back. 🤝 Enjoy a sophisticated cocktail hour 🥂, a delicious dinner 🍽️, and an inspiring awards ceremony 🏆 honoring individuals who exemplify excellence in leadership. RIBBA recognizes those who have made significant contributions to Rhode Island’s economic and community development. 💪 This elegant event themed "Powering Progress: Transforming Communities Beyond Boundaries," highlights our community’s resilience and the generosity of our <a href="https://ribba.org/partners" target="_blank">partners</a>. Your ticket purchase and support help sustain vital programs that provide access to funding, training, certifications, and opportunities for businesses, professionals, and youth to grow and succeed. 🚀 Event Highlights:<ul><li>🎖️ Awards Program</li><li>🎤 Live Entertainment</li><li>🍽️ Gourmet Dinner</li><li>🖼️ Raffle</li></ul>👗 Dress Code: Formal Attire <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1784831150/wysiwyg/yu7zqzwaqodw0jorg1dm.jpg" style="width:763px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;position:relative;box-sizing:inherit;border-radius:10px;max-width:100%" /> <a href="https://ribba.org/partnership/" target="_blank">Partnership opportunities are available!</a> 🌟 Partner with us and <a href="https://ribba.org/partners" target="_blank">join a distinguished circle of supporters</a> dedicated to empowering small businesses, professionals, and families in Rhode Island. With over 16 years of experience, RIBBA offers impactful programs that develop capacity, create jobs, and increase revenue for entrepreneurs across Rhode Island. Have questions? Contact us at 📧 <a href="mailto:info@ribba.org" target="_blank">info@ribba.org</a> for assistance with tickets, partnerships, <a href="https://ribba.org/donate" target="_blank">donations</a>, or advertising. Please note: All sales are final. No refunds will be accepted. However, transfers are allowed if arrangements are made in advance.

RIBBA

Annual Awards Gala

197 Old River Rd

Cocktail Hour Reception

$50

General Admission

$160

VIP Table

$1,650

Half Page Ad - 4.5" x 3.5"

$550

Full Page Ad - 4 .5" x 7.5"

$700

Early Bird

$130

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