ANNUAL 529 DAY

Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 12-3pm at Farm Fresh RI

We invite you to join Providence Promise families and members of the community at our Annual 529 Day Celebration to honor the “National 529 College Savings Plan Day,” and raise awareness about the benefits of college savings plans! This grand event celebrates the great success of our students and families featuring food, games, community partners, activities, music and speaking remarks. Last year, we raised $170,000+ from 60+ sponsors, featured more than 20 community partner tables, and hosted over 375 students, family members, partners, supporters, and state and local leaders. We anticipate 2025 will be our biggest 529 Day yet as we gather to celebrate over 1,230 students and families saving over $2,360,000 toward their educational futures. Our goal is to raise $175,000 this year for our innovative and comprehensive program services.

How to get involved

Attend

We welcome current and prospective students and families, community partners, supporters, and community leaders to come celebrate with us and see our program in action!

Sponsor

To sponsor the event, please reach out to rpalumbo@pvdpromise.org. As a sponsor, you'll receive recognition, promotion, and an opportunity to set up a table at the event ($2,500+)!

Promote

We humbly invite local media to help us capture this exciting celebration. Please email mciampi@pvdpromise.org. Can't make the event? Share our posts on social media (links on contact page)!

Community Partner of the Year

RhodeWay Financial

RhodeWay Financial embodies the spirit of a strong community partner. Over the last few years, RhodeWay Financial has worked with Providence Promise to provide a number of critical and robust financial literacy workshops and resources in a highly accessible and culturally-relevant way. They continuously demonstrate seamless alignment with our mission and a deep care for the community we work with. We are thrilled to recognize them for this award and shine a light on their tremendous contributions to the Greater Providence community.

Ambassador Award

Aron Blidner

Aron Blidner has run not one, not two, but three marathons to raise funds and awareness for Providence Promise. Through these efforts, Aron has demonstrated true advocacy and ambassadorship of Providence Promise. Moreover, Aron has empowered friends and family to join the effort. Since 2022, Aron and his community have raised an astounding $35,000+ for Providence Promise. To support Aron's efforts this year, please visit the Providence Promise Run Rhody 5K and Half Marathon Team Page.