Santander’s Cultivate Small Business Program Grants for Rhode Island Food Startups Santander’s Cultivate Small Business Program offers a $20,000 grant plus 12 weeks of mentorship for early-stage startup founders in the food industry, specifically available to those based in Rhode Island, with applications due by February 14, 2026.

Hey Rhode Islanders, got a food startup dream? Santander’s Cultivate Small Business Program is dropping a $20K grant and mentorship. Apply by Feb 14, 2026. Let’s get cooking, Ocean State! #RIFood #SmallBusinessRI

2025 Small Business Saturday Shop RI Brings Together Over 150 Local Vendors The 2025 Small Business Saturday Shop RI event returned this holiday weekend in Warwick, Rhode Island, featuring more than 150 local vendors. This event is one of the state's largest annual celebrations supporting small businesses, fostering local economic growth, and encouraging community shopping during the holiday season.

Small Business Saturday Shop RI just crushed it in Warwick with over 150 local vendors. Nothing beats Ocean State grit—supporting our own over big box nonsense. Where’d you shop this weekend? #SmallBusinessRI #ShopLocal #RhodeIsland