The availability of $3.1 million for lead paint hazard control and lead awareness programs in Rhode Island was announced at a news conference Monday morning at Rhode Island Housing. Attending alongside the many supporters present were U.S. Senator Jack Reed, U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representative David Cicilline.

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By Kimberley Donoghue

PBN Web Editor

PROVIDENCE – The Women’s Development Corporation, a nonprofit developer and manager of more than 1,000 housing units in Rhode Island, has been awarded a $1 million Capital Magnet Fund grant, U.S. Sen. Jack Reed’s office announced on Thursday.

The Women’s Development Corporation will use the grant to leverage $24.5 million for the development of 155 units of affordable housing.

“In addition to providing quality homes, these new housing units will help spur economic development and boost tax revenues for cities and towns across the state,” said Alma Felix Green, president of the Women’s Development Corporation.

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An online article in the Providence Business News announced that several Rhode Island nonprofit organizations will receive $6.2 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to construct or renovate housing for low-income residents.

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