PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — United Way of Rhode Island said this year’s annual fundraising campaign for local organizations was more successful than ever, collecting $4,883,300. This year, 401Gives brought in 31,486 gifts from more than 19,000 donors, according to organizers. "Rhode Islan ders have their nonprofits’ backs, just as our nonprofits are always there for us," United Way President and CEO Cortney Nicolato said. "To watch 401Gives unfold and see the bar pushed even higher when it is needed most has been incredible." The money will go to 644 different charities and other nonprofits around the state. Once again, Foster Forward received the most donations, totaling more than $338,500, followed by the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center at more than $165,500, and the Audubon Society of Rhode Island with more than $131,600. Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch 12 News Now on WPRI.com or with the new 12+ smart TV app. Follow us on social media:                     Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now This Week in Good News SIGN UP NOW ...read more read less