Kiersten L Marek

Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting Rhode Islanders in navigating health care, special education, and healthy aging. With a team of peer professionals who have firsthand experience caring for loved ones with special needs, RIPIN offers personalized and confidential support to help clients thrive. RIPIN provides a variety of free, multilingual services, including workshops, support groups, and resources tailored to address the unique challenges faced by families and individuals. Their commitment to empowering communities is reflected through their advocacy efforts and partnerships aimed at improving accessibility and education in the state. Generated from the website

Established in 1967, the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) is charged by the state legislature to stimulate public interest and participation in the arts and to serve as the liaison to the state arts community. In 2003, the RISCA board established a vision for the arts in Rhode Island and a mission for the agency. RISCA states its mission is to serve "as a catalyst for the advancement, appreciation and promotion of excellence in the arts, by encouraging leadership, participation, and education in the arts for all Rhode Islanders." RISCA's online features allow users to apply for a grant, receive a newsletter, find an artist, research education initiatives and learn about RISCA's special projects.