Heroes of Faith 2026

Nancy Benoit

Rev. Dr. Donnie Anderson Compassion Award

Alisha Pina

Future of Faith Award

Operation No One Dies

Helen Hudson Foundation Award

James Jahnz

Sister Ann Keefe Community and Faith Service Award

Lawyers’ Committee of Rhode Island

Faith Leaders of the Year Award

Rev. Dr. Carl H. Balark

Rev. Hébert W. Bolles Lifetime Achievement Award

Heroes of Faith

October 29th, 2026

8:00 am — 10:30 am

Temple Beth - El

70 Orchard Ave., Providence, RI 02906

A large banquet hall filled with people seated at round tables, some standing and conversing. The tables are set with plates, cups, and breakfast items. In the background, a stage with speakers and a purple banner is visible. The ceiling has decorative lighting fixtures and recessed lighting, with the walls painted in a warm yellow and accented by wooden panels.

Individual Tickets:

$55 (member)

$65 (non-member)

*individuals who have donated to the council in 2026 are eligible for the member discount

Table (seats 10):

$550 (member)

$650 (non-member)

*2026 congregational members are eligible for the member discount

WHEN REGISTERING USE:‍ ‍

“CONTINUE AS GUEST”

Three people are standing indoors, smiling at the camera. The person in the middle, a woman, is holding a certificate and a blue folder, with a man on her left and another man on her right. The background features a wall with yellow patterned wallpaper, red exit signs, and a purple banner with crosses.

Partners in Faith

The Partners in Faith program gives non-profit organizations like houses of worship, faith-based non-profits, and other groups that work with the faith community, an opportunity to honor ONE member (or ONE couple) who has made a significant contribution to the life of their community.

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