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The Economic Progress Institute is a leader in research and policy for the economic well-being of low- and modest-income Rhode Islanders and equitable and adequate tax budget policies to fund vital public services in Rhode Island.
Join us as we celebrate 25 years of progress and together set a vision for the next 25 years!
Celebrating Economic Progress All Year
For The Love of Progress
February 28, 2024: EPI will celebrate 25 years of economic progress as we launch our strategic vision and honor those who have been instrumental in creating impact in Rhode Island.
13th Annual Policy & Budget Conference
September 2024 EPI will bring together policymakers, community leaders, and interested residents to launch our 2024 Rhode Island Standard of Need report, discuss critical policy opportunities for Rhode Islanders, and celebrate champions for economic progress.
Community Education and Trainings
A series of trainings on policy advocacy, access to public benefits and understanding the state budget to educate, build power, and develop leadership skills.
Legislative Wrap-Up Celebration
June 2024: EPI will publish our 2024 Top Ten Legislative Wins and celebrate the accomplishments of legislative champions and coalition partners.
Let’s Talk About Economic Progress
Spring 2024 and Fall 2024: EPI will launch a series of conversations about budgetary policies, state tribal policies, childcare, paid leave, healthcare, and economic opportunity with local and national partners like the Center on Budget & Policy Priorities, Family Values at Work, Economic Policy Institute and more.
Reports
EPI will launch two major reports: the Rhode Island Standard of Need and the State of Small Business reports. We will also publish several policy briefs on topics such as paid leave, payday lending reform, equity, and state tribal policy.
25th Anniversary Sponsorship Opportunities
As part of our commitment to equity and community centric fundraising principles, all sponsors will receive their names and logos on our 25th Anniversary materials and events, and complimentary tickets to For the Love of Progress Celebration event and Policy & Budget Conference! For more information on specific sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sonia Grace.
25th Anniversary Presenting Sponsor: $25,000+
Activities
- 13th Annual Policy & Budget Conference
- Webinar Series
- Community Education and Training
- Reports
Benefits
- 10 Policy & Budget Conference tickets
- Printed conference materials
- Display table at the Policy & Budget Conference
- Logo on website & promotional materials
- Electronic announcements and materials
- Social media appreciation posts thorughout the year
- Sponsor reels at events
- First look at EPI’s reports
- Invitations to conversations with EPI policy and research experts
25th Anniversary Package #2: $10,000 - $15,000
Activities
- 13th Annual Policy & Budget Conference
- Webinar or Community Education/Training
- One report
Benefits
- 6 Policy & Budget Conference tickets
- Printed conference materials
- Logo on promotional materials of sponsored activities
- Logo on the website
- Electronic announcements and materials
- Social media appreciation posts
- Sponsor reels at events
- First look at EPI’s reports
- Invitations to conversations with policy and research experts
25th Anniversary Package #3: $5,000 - $10,000
Activities
- 13th Annual Policy & Budget Conference
- Webinar Series, Community Trainings, or Reports
Benefits
- 5 Policy & Budget Conference tickets
- Printed conference materials
- Logo on promotional materials of sponsored activities
- Logo on the website
- Electronic announcements and materials
- Social media appreciation posts
- Sponsor reels at sponsored events
- First look at EPI’s reports
- Invitations to conversations with EPI policy and research experts
25th Anniversary Package #4: $2,500 - $5,000
Activities
- 13th Annual Policy & Budget Conference, Webinar Series, Community trainings, or Reports
Benefits
- 4 Policy & Budget Conference tickets (if selected)
- Printed conference materials (if selected)
- Logo on promotional materials of sponsored activities
- Logo on the website
- Electronic announcemnts and materials
- Social media appreciaiton posts
- Sponsor reels at sponsored events
- First look at EPI’s reports
- Invitations to conversations with policy and research experts
25th Anniversaty Package #5: $250 - $2,500
Activities
- Event or activity of choice
Benefits
- 2 Policy & Budget Conference tickets (if selected)
- Printed conference materials (if selected)
- Logo on promotional materials of sponsored activities
- Logo on the website
- Electronic announcements
- Social media appreciation posts
- Sponsor reels at sponsored events
- First Look at EPI’s reports
- Invitations to conversations with policy and research experts