The DaVinci Center Gala honors John DeLuca and celebrates 50 years of service in Providence

DaVinci Center for Community Progress Celebrates 50 Years of Service to the North End of Providence Community, Honoring John DeLuca

The DaVinci Center for Community Progress announced its 50th anniversary, commemorating five decades of service to the community of the North End of Providence. As part of this milestone celebration, they will honor and pay tribute to the late John DeLuca, for his commitment and leadership as the Founder and Executive Director of The DaVinci Center for the past 50 years.

Since its establishment, The DaVinci Center for Community Progress has been a cornerstone of support, empowerment, and progress in the North End of Providence community. Through a diverse range of programs, initiatives, and outreach efforts, they have addressed the needs of local residents, and fostered positive change in the neighborhood.

“John’s leadership has been instrumental in shaping The DaVinci Center for Community Progress into the vital community resource it is today,” said Norma Gonzalez, Executive Director, at The DaVinci Center for Community Progress. “His dedication to serving the North End of Providence community has left an indelible mark on all those who have had the privilege of working with him.”

“We invite members of the community, partners, colleagues, and friends of The DaVinci Center to join us in celebrating this momentous occasion and paying tribute to John’s extraordinary achievements,” added Norma Gonzalez.

The DaVinci Center for Community Progress 50^th Anniversary Gala will take place on March 1, 2024, at Crowne Plaza, Warwick, RI. Gene Valicenti, of WPRO and NBC10 will serve as Master of Ceremonies.

For more information about the event and how to participate, please contact Norma Gonzalez at [email protected] or visit https://davincicenter.org.

About The DaVinci Center for Community Progress:

The DaVinci Center for Community Progress is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the North End of Providence community of Providence. For 50 years, we have been committed to improving the quality of life for residents through a wide range of programs, initiatives, and services.

The DaVinci Center consists of a team of professional staff and volunteers dedicated to the preservation of family unity and tradition in a changing neighborhood environment. Within this context, The DaVinci Center stresses the importance of the worth and dignity of each individual community member and seeks to meet the needs of the whole person.