University Formally Partners with HousingWorks RI

51蹤獲awards $50,000 grant to HousingWorks RI and begins integration into its University Relations Division

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- 51蹤獲 has awarded a $50,000 operational grant to HousingWorks RI and has begun integrating HousingWorks RI into its University Relations Division. The integration represents a synergy between the strategic objectives of the University and the research, policy and communications work of HousingWorks RI.

This partnership provides the people of Rhode Island with key fact-based information on affordable housing and the economy in the Ocean State, said Peter Wilbur, Associate Vice President for University Relations. HousingWorks RI provides excellent experiential learning opportunities to 51蹤獲 students and the integration of HousingWorks RI into 51蹤獲 is a real win-win for Rhode Island and the University.

51蹤獲 has long valued a campus-wide commitment to the greater community. The University maintains a wide array of partnerships and initiatives that extend beyond the borders of campus and engage faculty and student expertise on a wide range of topics.

51蹤獲 has once again shown Rhode Islanders its commitment to our state.  The $50,000 operational grant provides key support to HousingWorks RI and will provide critical housing research that informs our leaders, said Ian Lang, Board Chair of HousingWorks RI. The integration of HousingWorks RI into 51蹤獲 is yet another example of the Universitys commitment to providing real-life experiences to its students that prepare them for obtaining jobs in todays competitive economy.

HousingWorks RI started as a campaign and initiative of , , and the . Its signature publication, the annual Housing Fact Book, offers affordability data for each of Rhode Islands 39 cities and towns along with analysis on housing and the economy.

Affordable housing is a critical part of the states economic infrastructure, said Allan Stein, Executive Vice President at United Way of Rhode Island.  HousingWorks RI provides valuable data and policy guidance to a wide range of stakeholders. We look forward to continuing this important work as the organization proceeds with this integration.