RI Small Business Coalition
To make Rhode Island a more small business friendly state, with a focus on building a network that connects our members with each other and with the resources they need to succeed.
RI Small Business Coalition at a glance
In short: RI Small Business Coalition gave $14K across 3 grants in 2024 (avg $5K), mostly in Rhode Island. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $14,318
- -88.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 3
- -76.9% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $4,773
- -49.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $4,351
- Total assets
- $121,044
- +36691.5% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Rhode Island (97% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who RI Small Business Coalition funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Wild Flower Boutique ($10K). Together the top 3 received $14K.
Grant Size Distribution
16 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 16 grants of 16 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $14K (2024) to $124K (2023). In 2024 it made 3 grants totaling $14K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wild Flower Boutique Block Island, RI | Ventilation grant - to assist with providing new equipment | $9,500 |
| Emerging Energy Acupuncture LLC Providence, RI | Ventilation grant - to assist with providing new equipment | $4,351 |
| Luca Boutique | Ventilation grant - to assist with providing new equipment | $467 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $121,044 | $314,505 | $193,790 | $14,318 | 3 |
| 2023 | $329 | $227,218 | $229,865 | $123,935 | 13 |
About RI Small Business Coalition
Based on IRS filings
RI Small Business Coalition is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Providence, RI. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $121K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 3 grants totaling $14K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
RI Small Business Coalition is led by Christopher Parisi, Board Chair on every filing since 2023; none of the 11 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Christopher Parisi
Board Chair
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rick Simone
Managing Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
$17K (2023) → $0 (2024)
David Dadekian
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Hugo Adames
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Hung Nguyen
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ivelisse Sabater
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jen Ortiz
Vice Chair
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Julio Sabater
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kaitlyn Roberts
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark Deion
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stephan Rodriguez
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Sam Read (2023) — Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2023 filing was $17K, to Rick Simone (Managing Director).
Frequently asked questions about RI Small Business Coalition
How much does RI Small Business Coalition give each year?
RI Small Business Coalition gave $14K across 3 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $124K across 13 grants.
What is RI Small Business Coalition's typical grant size?
RI Small Business Coalition's median grant in 2024 was $4,351, and its average grant was $4,773, across 3 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does RI Small Business Coalition give grants?
RI Small Business Coalition gives mostly in Rhode Island: 97% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there.
Does RI Small Business Coalition give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 3 grants with a stated purpose on RI Small Business Coalition's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Ventilation Grant - to Assist with Providing New Equipment" (3 grants).
How large is RI Small Business Coalition?
RI Small Business Coalition reported $121K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $315K.
What is RI Small Business Coalition?
RI Small Business Coalition is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Providence, RI. It holds $121K in total assets as of 2024.
What is RI Small Business Coalition's EIN?
RI Small Business Coalition's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-1421535. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
Live grants for the work RI Small Business Coalition funds
Community Improvement & Capacity Building Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Leveling-Up Award $1,000 · Due October 25, 2026
- Arnold F. Keller, Jr. Grant for New Initiatives/Program Expansion $25,000 · Due October 27, 2026
- Wausau Marathon County Impact Grants (Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin) $1,000 to $100,000 depending on the scope of the project · Due October 27, 2026
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