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Check it out! We've partnered with Department of Housing and Urban Development to develop a comprehensive toolkit to help HUD grantees and community developers support faith-based organizations in building and preserving affordable housing in their communities. Learn more + download here: lisc.org/our-stories/st…

Our SNAP E&T partner Jane Addams Resource Corporation, which has a RI location in Providence, is now offering a welding course. Read more here: lisc.org/rhode-island/r…

Almost 75% of RI children ages 5 and under live in houses built prior to 1980--increasing their risk of exposure to lead paint (HWRI 2024 Factbook). Visit leadsafekids.org to learn more.

Rhode Island's housing wage — or the hourly rate required to afford a 2-bedroom apartment at Fair Market Rate — is $33.20. Only 2 of the top 20 occupations in RI pay above the housing wage (HWRI 2024 Factbook).

Rhode Island's State Law 45-53, passed in 1991, aimed to make 10% of each town's housing stock affordable for low- and moderate-income households. However, with 26% of owners and 48% of renters cost burdened, only 4 of 39 communities have met the goal (HWRI 2024 Factbook)

While 16% of Rhode Islanders live alone, 31% of Rhode Islanders older than 65 live alone, raising concerns about loneliness and isolation (HWRI 2024 Factbook). Multifamily housing, robust public transportation, and accessible community spaces can help connect community members.

Our partner RIBBA is celebrating the Grand Opening of Suya Joint Providence this Friday! Join chef Cecilia Lizotte for samples of her West African cuisine on February 7, from 4 PM to 9 PM at 320 Westminster Street in Providence. Learn more at suyajoint.com.

Tune into the upcoming virtual session on Friday 3/7 for an update on America's Rental Housing from the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University University. TLDR: The number of cost-burdened renter households has reached a new record high. harvard.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Jeanne Cola got to participate in the Cost of Poverty Experience (COPE) with more than 40 RI nonprofits. It was a powerful 2.5 hour simulation to help participants more deeply understand the human and systemic impact of poverty. Thank you Citizens for making it happen!

Deadline March 19: In the middle of a national housing shortage, programs like HUD’s Section 4 is critical. Please sign our organizational support letter to Congress by March 19 to ensure continued funding of this key program: liscpolicy.wufoo.com/forms/m1qkw9b1…

Would you -- or someone you know -- like to grow their skill set? Eligible SNAP participants can take EKG Technician classes for free at Newport Community School. Learn more about this and other classes at risnapet.org. #FindYourFitRI

Eligible SNAP recipients can now take free Phlebotomy Technician classes with our partner Newport Community School! Students will learn blood collection procedures and participate in clinical rotations. Find out more at risnapet.org. #FindYourFitRI

Would you like to grow your business? Eligible SNAP participants w/ small businesses can now enroll in the SEG Accelerator for free. Learn more about this & other classes at risnapet.org. #FindYourFitRI LISC administers the RI SNAP E&T program in partnership with DHS.

Would you like to grow your business? Eligible SNAP participants can now enroll in the SEG Incubator for free. Learn more about this and other classes at risnapet.org. #FindYourFitRI LISC administers the RI SNAP E&T program in partnership with DHS.

Parcel 9 ribbon cutting on Monday! Can't wait-LISC has $20M in this project to support affordable housing and child care space. When complete, the two new buildings will add 127 new housing units and 50 child care seats. Looking good Pennrose Company bit.ly/3R0m2CP

SNAP E&T providers have plenty of offerings this spring! New providers include Refugee Dream Center, Turning Around Ministries, SEG, and Newport Community School/AIALC. Read about the courses here: ow.ly/WbMj50VxOj8

Glad to celebrate the team and the 10 year anniversary of the PCF HEZ. Congratulations!

SNAP Employment and Training programs offer more than a job. Find programs that connect you to training, personal support, and help with things like books, uniforms, and child care. Visit risnapet.org for more information. #MoreThanAJob #FindYourFitRI

Reliable transport doesn’t need to get in the way of your job search. SNAP Employment & Training programs can help connect you with things like bus passes & gas cards. Take your next step with SNAP E&T. Visit risnapet.org for more info. #MoreThanAJob #FindYourFitRI

Do you want to go back to school? SNAP Employment and Training can connect you to certifications, apprenticeships, and help with things like books and uniforms. Visit risnapet.org to get started. #MoreThanAJob #FindYourFitRI