United Way of Rhode Island
Address
50 Valley Street
Providence, RI 02909
(401) 444-0600
Description:
Uses resources contributed to its Community Impact Fund to identify key issues in the community, research effective practices nationwide, and develop and implement the best solutions for Rhode Island. Efforts are focused on children's success in school as their pathway out of poverty; increasing job skills for low-income adults so they can better support themselves and their families and reducing homelessness by increasing the stock of affordable homes and piloting a supportive housing solution for chronically homeless individuals. Strategies include public policy, collaboration, leveraging of resources and relationships to expand the scope of work, educating the public on the issues, and increasing the community's capacity to respond to need. UWRI's mission is to mobilize the caring power of the community to improve the lives of people in need. UWRI's vision is a Rhode Island with fewer people in need.
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Description
Uses resources contributed to its Community Impact Fund to identify key issues in the community, research effective practices nationwide, and develop and implement the best solutions for Rhode Island. Efforts are focused on children's success in school as their pathway out of poverty; increasing job skills for low-income adults so they can better support themselves and their families and reducing homelessness by increasing the stock of affordable homes and piloting a supportive housing solution for chronically homeless individuals. Strategies include public policy, collaboration, leveraging of resources and relationships to expand the scope of work, educating the public on the issues, and increasing the community's capacity to respond to need. UWRI's mission is to mobilize the caring power of the community to improve the lives of people in need. UWRI's vision is a Rhode Island with fewer people in need.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:30PM; Fri 8:30Am-3:00PM (July-August 31)
Required Documents
Varies
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or Walk-in
Languages
Spanish, Portuguese, Khmer; Interpreter Services Available
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
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Telephone Numbers
General Information
Hours:
Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:30PM
Fri 8:00AM-3:00PM (July-August 31)
Intake Process:
Call or Walk-in
Program Fees:
No Fees
Languages:
Spanish, Portuguese, Khmer; Interpreter Services Available
Eligibility:
All
Accessibility:
Ramp to entrance, acessible bathrooms, all first floor
Is Shelter?
No
Miscellaneous
AKA:
UWRI
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
March 8, 2019
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Year Incorporated:
1926
Services
Click here to show all service details. Or click on a service name to see its details specifically.
Description
Uses resources contributed to its Community Impact Fund to identify key issues in the community, research effective practices nationwide, and develop and implement the best solutions for Rhode Island. Efforts are focused on children's success in school as their pathway out of poverty; increasing job skills for low-income adults so they can better support themselves and their families and reducing homelessness by increasing the stock of affordable homes and piloting a supportive housing solution for chronically homeless individuals. Strategies include public policy, collaboration, leveraging of resources and relationships to expand the scope of work, educating the public on the issues, and increasing the community's capacity to respond to need. UWRI's mission is to mobilize the caring power of the community to improve the lives of people in need. UWRI's vision is a Rhode Island with fewer people in need.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:30PM; Fri 8:30Am-3:00PM (July-August 31)
Required Documents
Varies
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or Walk-in
Languages
Spanish, Portuguese, Khmer; Interpreter Services Available
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
50 Valley Street
Providence, RI 02909
Mailing
50 Valley Street
Providence, RI 02909-2459
Contacts
Cortney Nicolato
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(401) 444-0600
Fax
(401) 444-0635
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