Rhode Island Center Assisting Those in Need

10/21/2026

RICAN is seeking donations of the following items for our Thanksgiving week bags. Thank you for helping us ensure our neighbors can celebrate Thanksgiving with all the fixings!

10/19/2026

Looking to connect with your community and make a difference? Come join us! We are looking for volunteers in our pantry and thrift shop and would love to have you on our team.

Your time can make a difference! Contact us to volunteer: 401-364-9412 ext. 3

10/16/2026

This weekend! Fill a bag from our designer section for just $30!

Stop in and see what you can find!

10/10/2026

Halloween items are here, and moving fast! Stop by the thrift and grab all the spooky decor and fun costumes! 🎃👻

10/09/2026

RICAN will be closed this Monday, October 12th in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. See you Tuesday!

10/09/2026

We had a great time on Wednesday during Coffee with a Cop. Thank you to Officer Gingerella from Charlestown Police Department, and to Jitters Cafe for donating the coffee!

10/09/2026

Thank you, Jack, for helping us ensure the teens in our community have meaningful gifts this holiday season!

It's TIME!
My name is Jack Iredale, I am a Junior at The Prout School and this is my 2nd year heading Teens for Teens RI. Please help make a difference in our community by purchasing items for the food pantry at RICAN! Amazon prime days are Tuesday & Wednesday this week! Items range in price and every little bit helps.
Thank you for your support!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WOBY3F3HJO00?ref_=wl_share

10/08/2026

Recently, RICAN hosted an afternoon of delicious barbecue to say thank you to our hardworking staff and volunteers. The food was outstanding, and the company and conversation was top notch.

We're so thankful for our staff members and everything they do to keep RICAN running, and to our volunteers for showing up for their neighbors each and every week. 💚

10/06/2026

Reminder - tomorrow is National Coffee with a Cop Day. Stop by RICAN tomorrow during morning service hours (9:30-11:30), enjoy a cup of joe, and engage with officers from the Charlestown Police Department.

Hope to see you there!