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At an October reception to honor Rhode Island Foundation supporters, two annual Foundation awards were also presented.

Nate Chace, a partner at Chace, Ruttenberg, and Freedman, received the Harold B. Soloveitzik Award, recognizing a professional advisor who has demonstrated an enduring commitment to philanthropy. Nate has spent his legal career assisting families in estate planning and administration. In this work, he has been a true partner, having served on our Professional Advisory Council and recommending the Rhode Island Foundation to many clients over the years as they consider their philanthropic legacies.

The Carter Inspiring Partner Award recognizes a donor who has inspired us with their thoughtful approach to grantmaking and commitment to philanthropy—an award named in recognition of the late John and Letitia Carter’s philanthropic impact. Gilbane Family Foundation received the honor in 2024. Gilbane is a household name in Rhode Island and one of the largest privately held family-owned construction and real estate development firms in the industry. For over 150 years, Gilbane has been guided by a strong set of core values supported by their family culture, not only in business but also through philanthropy.