Organizational Awards
2010
National Arts & Humanities Youth Program Award Winner
A national honor that distinguishes RiverzEdge as one of the top 15 arts & humanities-based programs in the country serving youth beyond school hours.
2009
MetLife Foundation Afterschool Innovator Award
A national award acknowledging strength of leadership and commitment to providing quality, innovative afterschool programming.
2008
Coming Up Taller Semifinalist
A national honor that distinguishes RiverzEdge as one of the top 50 arts & humanities-based programs in the country serving youth beyond school hours.
2007
Citizens Bank / Channel 10 News Champion in Action
A distinguished award with on-going support received by only the most effective and committed organizations serving those most in need.
Participant Awards
2010 and 2008
Torani Syryp - Art on Labels
RiverzEdge participants have won two national label design contest for the Torani Syrup Company – winning over 2,000 other applicants nationwide.
2009
United Way of RI Art Contest
RiverzEdge photography participants received 4 out of 6 top prizes (and cash awards) in the United Way of RI’s first-ever juried, state-wide art contest, including 1st place,
with a $500 grand prize.
2009
Graphic Communications Industry of RI
RiverzEdge youth won two 1st Prizes, one 2nd Prize, one Honorable Mention and an Outstanding Student award.