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Community Treasures

Woman uses her organization to help break down barriers for people with disabilities

Tina Guenette empowers people with disabilities.

Project Search helps young people see their own potential

Project Search matches young adults who receive special services or have disabilities with companies willing to give them a chance.

Kithara Project aims to improve lives of young people through music

The Kithara Project in Providence offers students free, first-class instruction in classical guitar.

Nominate person or organization for 'Community Treasures'

Tell us about someone or an organization in your life who goes above and beyond to help others.

Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial honors those who made ultimate sacrifice

It is one of the most moving memorials you will ever experience: Operation Stand Down's Boots on the Ground for Heroes.

Project Undercover marks 35 years providing essentials for children in Rhode Island

Every child deserves the basics in life to stay healthy and happy. For 35 years, Project Undercover has been on a mission.

Rhode Island Community Pet Project helps pet owners who need help with vet bills

Paying veterinary bills, especially these days, can be a struggle. For some, the answer to their prayers is the Rhode Island Community Pet Project.

Apprentices learn to be electrians at Joint Apprenticeship Training Center

Some people are finding this an attractive offer: earn while you learn. And in the end have a good paying job as an electrician.

Central Falls thrift store The Warde-Robe draws bargain hunters while aiding neighbors

Budget-conscious people are making thrifting very popular.

Jamestown officer's legacy guides recruits 10 years after his death

The spirit of a young Jamestown police officer lives on in Rhode Island, now 10 years after he was killed by a drunken driver.

Before there was a United States of America, there was Trinity Episcopal Church in Newport

This year, the congregation of Trinity Chuch in Newport is celebrating the 300th anniversary of its church building.

Better Lives Rhode Island helps hungry and homeless with food and housing support

Better Lives Rhode Island provides life-saving services for those who have nowhere else to go.

Flint Neighborhood Association rallies to clear streets for neighbors after blizzard

Many people risked their lives and limbs to dig out from the snow during the Blizzard of 2026.

Friends of the School for the Deaf is lifeline for families

Meet the people helping children and families who face a life-changing diagnosis.

SCORE mentor helps family craft business plan for Foster event venue

The Darcy family in Foster has a great idea: turn their Red Rock Farm into a affordable event venue. Problem was, they didn't have a business background.

Genesis Center helps newcomers learn skills they need for long-lasting careers

Being new to this country can be an overwhelming and scary time. That's why, for the past 43 years, the Genesis Center in Providence has offered a helping hand.

Rhode Island Wind Ensemble provides patriotic soundtrack to America's 250th

This is America's 250th anniversary year, and the Rhode Island Wind Ensemble is providing patriotic music to usher in the celebrations.

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Trump critics on “The View” spark Disney’s FCC fight as ABC stations face license review

Disney has asked the Federal Communications Commission to exempt "The View" from the equal time rule for broadcast shows as a "bona fide news interview program.

Howard Lutnick gets community noted on X over relationship with Epstein

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick got community noted on the social media platform about his relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Head of Providence chamber tells '10 News Conference' why millionaires tax is bad idea

Laurie White, president of the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce, represents all the businesses against Gov. Dan McKee's millionaires tax proposal.She says

'10 News Conference' asks Republican congressional candidate about Jan. 6 participation

Vic Mellor is one of the Republicans trying to unseat Democrat Seth Magaziner in Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District.

Memorial Day weekend starts dry, but turns soggy in Southern New England

Memorial Day weekend will start dry on Saturday, but turns soggy on Sunday, with a return to drier weather expected by the end of the holiday weekend.

NEWS IN PHOTOS:

"Community Treasures"

Woman uses her organization to help break down barriers for people with disabilities

Project Search helps young people see their own potential

Kithara Project aims to improve lives of young people through music

Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial honors those who made ultimate sacrifice

More Community Treasures

Organization transforms lives by donating cars to veterans

Who wouldn’t love a car, no charge, with a big bow on top? Some selfless volunteers saw people going without transportation and the basic necessities in life.

Dream Out Loud Center for the Arts in New Bedford turns ideas into career aspirations

If you've got an idea, don't keep it to yourself. Dream out loud!

'Community Treasures' special celebrates people, organizations making a difference

We'll be featuring some of the people and organizations that we've highlighted this year, with some updates.

Pawtucket Soup Kitchen awarded $10,000 at 'Community Treasures' breakfast

NBC 10 welcomed dozens of nonprofits and volunteers to our Cranston studios on Thursday for a "Community Treasures" breakfast.

Job Club RI helps people navigate job market

Two thousand people have come to Job Club RI over the years, and 75% have finally found work and confidence.

Grades, behavior and muscles get a boost at Project Goal

Project Goal works to improve education and life for students in Pawtucket, Central Falls, Providence and Woonsocket.

GlamourGals bring happiness to nursing home residents

These students could be doing something for themselves in their free time, but they're spending their time on others.

Horses have healing power at Greenlock Therapeutic Riding Center

Hope and resilience make the unexpected happen for thousands of people at the Greenlock Therapeutic Riding Center in Rehoboth.

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NEWS IN PHOTOS:

"Community Treasures"

Project Undercover marks 35 years providing essentials for children in Rhode Island

Rhode Island Community Pet Project helps pet owners who need help with vet bills

Apprentices learn to be electrians at Joint Apprenticeship Training Center

Central Falls thrift store The Warde-Robe draws bargain hunters while aiding neighbors