Rhode Island Wing team,

Tomorrow marks the beginning of 401 Gives—Rhode Island's annual day of giving—and we have an incredible opportunity to showcase the strength and spirit of our Civil Air Patrol community while raising funds for our cadets and CAP activities.

From the morning of March 31 through 6 PM on April 1, Rhode Islanders will come together to support the nonprofit organizations that make our state stronger, safer, and more resilient. This is our moment to demonstrate the value of CAP RIWG's missions: emergency services, aerospace education, and cadet programs that develop tomorrow's leaders.

Here's how YOU can make a difference:

TODAY - prepare your networks:

1. Share widely with your personal and professional networks—post on social media, send emails, text/email the link to friends and family with a brief note asking for their support. 2. Sample social media post: "Mark your calendars for 401Gives on March 31st and April 1st! It's a great way for everyone to support our youth through the Rhode Island Wing of the Civil Air Patrol: https://www.401gives.org/organizations/civilairpatrol-rhodeisland #401Gives" 3. More sharing tips and sample posts: https://www.401gives.org/info/social-media 4. Challenge your networks to match your contribution or join the giving movement.

TOMORROW - Donate and Share:

* Donate to our 401Gives page: https://www.401gives.org/organizations/civilairpatrol-rhodeisland * There are matching prizes throughout the day, so donate early and share often! * Tell our story: Explain how CAP-RIWG serves Rhode Island through search and rescue, disaster relief, and especially youth development

Why This Matters: Our senior and cadet members volunteer countless hours to keep Rhode Island safe and develop tomorrow's leaders. 401Gives allows our community to invest locally in our youth and activities. When you share our page, you're not just asking for support—you're building awareness of CAP's critical role in our state's emergency response infrastructure.

Let's make the Rhode Island Wing's presence felt across the Ocean State. Set a reminder for tomorrow morning, prepare your networks today, and let's show what happens when the CAP community mobilizes together.

Thank you for your service, your dedication, and your willingness to champion our mission in the community.

For Rhode Island and CAP,

Capt Larry Warner Rhode Island Wing Director of Aerospace Education West Bay Composite Squadron Aerospace Education Officer Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary

(M) 401.578.5183

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________________________________ From: SKRABUT, STAN - COL CAP, RIWG/CC via Riwg_mbrs riwg_mbrs@lists.ner.cap.gov Sent: Friday, March 20, 2026 9:21 AM To: Rhode Island Wing Members riwg_mbrs@riwg.cap.gov Subject: [RIWG Members] Heads Up: Get Ready for 401 Gives!

Hi Team,

We are excited to announce that Rhode Island Wing will be participating in 401 Gives, the state’s biggest day of giving, on March 31st and April 1st! This is a fantastic opportunity for us to raise vital funds to support our missions, programs, and members. While the event is still a few weeks away, we wanted to give you a "heads up" so you can start thinking about how you can help us make a significant impact. The success of online giving days relies heavily on the strength of our collective networks. We don't need you to make a donation yourself—we need you to help us spread the word! How you can prepare:

* Think about your network: Consider friends, family, and colleagues who might be interested in supporting the Wing’s mission. * Identify your "Why": Think about why you serve in the Civil Air Patrol. Personal stories are the most powerful way to inspire others to give.

What’s coming next: In the next week, we will provide you with a toolkit of ready-to-use messages and social media posts. You won’t have to write a thing—just copy, paste, and share! To get you started, here is a preview of how you can support the campaign:

* Share and share alike: Help us grow our reach by sending our upcoming campaign emails to your personal contacts. * Be socially active: Use your Facebook, Instagram, or X (Twitter) accounts to share your passion for the Wing and our local impact. * Become a fundraising champion: If you want to go the extra mile, you can create a personal fundraising page to drive people to our profile.

Thank you in advance for your dedication to the Rhode Island Wing. Together, we can make this our most successful 401 Gives yet!

Carpe diem,

Col Stan Skrabut

Rhode Island Wing Interim Commander

Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary

(M) 307.287.8147

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