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Cold Weather & Homelessness in Rhode Island: Why Winter is a Crisis — and What We Must Do
As winter sets in, dropping temperatures across Rhode Island bring more than chilly mornings and snowy sidewalks — for thousands of residents with no safe home, the cold can be a matter of survival...
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A Fresh Start for the New Year: How Transitional Housing Helps Women Break the Cycle After Incarceration
Every new year brings a sense of possibility — a chance to reset, rebuild, and reimagine what life can look like. But for many women leaving incarceration, the path to a fresh start is filled with...
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A Season of Giving: How Your Support Creates Better Lives in Providence
As the holidays approach, many of us gather with loved ones around warm meals and safe homes. But for thousands of Rhode Islanders, those comforts are out of reach. In 2023, Rhode Island ranked...
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Beyond Shelter: How Better Lives RI Helps People Move Toward Stability
In Providence, homelessness is a growing crisis. The 2024 Rhode Island Point-in-Time Count found over 1,800 people experiencing homelessness statewide, with nearly 70% concentrated in Providence...
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The Power of Giving Locally
Fostering Community Bonds One of the most meaningful aspects of local giving is its ability to cultivate strong community bonds. Supporting local initiatives, whether it's volunteering at a...
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