{"id":27312,"date":"2026-05-15T13:13:12","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T17:13:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/?page_id=27312"},"modified":"2026-05-27T10:25:29","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T14:25:29","slug":"resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rhode Island Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program<\/h1>\n\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-menu-wrapper\"><nav id=\"\" class=\"cl-menu  \" data-name=\"EFNEP\" data-show-title=\"0\"><ul id=\"menu-efnep\" class=\"cl-menu-list cl-menu-list-no-js\"><li id=\"menu-item-6003\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-6003\"><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/\">Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-22082\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-22082\"><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/curriculum\/\">Curriculum<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-21865\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-21865\"><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/making-a-difference\/\">Impact<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-24281\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-24281\"><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/curriculum\/request-a-class-today\/\">Request a Class<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-27447\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-27447\"><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/resources\/\">Resources<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-6009\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-6009\"><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/contact-us\/\">Contact Us<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/nav><\/section>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/resources\/#Food-and-Nutrition-Resources\" title=\"Food and Nutrition Resources\">Food and Nutrition<\/a>\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/resources\/#Mental-Health-Resources\" title=\"Mental Health Resources\">Mental Health<\/a>\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/resources\/#Housing-and-Homelessness-Resources\" title=\"Housing and Homelessness Resources\">Housing and Homelessness<\/a>\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/resources\/#Seniors-and-Disability-Support\" title=\"Seniors and Disability Support\">Seniors and Disability Support<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/resources\/#Education-and-Childcare\" title=\"Education and Childcare\">Education and Childcare Resources<\/a>\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/resources\/#247-Support\" title=\"24\/7 Support\">24\/7 Support<\/a>\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/resources\/#Healthcare-Resources\" title=\"Healthcare Resources\">Healthcare<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/resources\/#Veterans-Resources\" title=\"Veterans Resources\">Veterans<\/a>\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/resources\/#Policy-and-Advocacy\" title=\"Policy and Advocacy\">Policy and Advocacy<\/a>\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/community-nutrition\/efnep\/resources\/#Additional-Resource-Guides\" title=\"Additional Resource Guides\">Additional Resource Guides<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Last updated 05\/21\/2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Food-and-Nutrition-Resources\"><strong>Food and Nutrition Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rifoodbank.org\/find-food\/\"><strong>Rhode Island Community Food Bank<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Provides statewide food pantry access, meal programs, and monthly community resources. Also offers monthly updated community resource guides and nutrition education programs for families and individuals experiencing food insecurity.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>(401) 942-6325<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmfreshri.org\/\"><strong>Farm Fresh Rhode Island<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Supports access to fresh, locally grown foods through farmers markets by strengthening the local food system.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>(401) 312-4250<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southsideclt.org\/\"><strong>Southside Community Land Trust<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Promotes urban agriculture and food access through community gardens, farm training programs, and culturally appropriate food initiatives, especially in underserved communities.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>(401) 273-9419<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n<li><strong>Eat Well Be Well <a href=\"https:\/\/rifoodbank.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Eat-Well-Be-Well-Flyer-english.pdf\">(ENG)<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/rifoodbank.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Eat-Well-Be-Well-Flyer-spanish.pdf\">(SPA)<\/a><\/strong>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>A SNAP incentive program providing a 50 cent discount for every dollar spent at participating retailers to improve access to healthy foods.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>(401) 942-6325<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dhs.ri.gov\/programs-and-services\/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap\/supplemental-nutrition\"><strong>Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>A federal program that provides monthly financial assistance to low-income individuals and families to purchase food, based on income and household eligibility.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>(855) 697-4347<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/health.ri.gov\/women-infants-and-children\/services\/women-infants-and-children-wic-services?id=44\"><strong>Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Provides supplemental foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and healthcare referrals for pregnant\/postpartum women and children up to age 5 at nutritional risk.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Visit the website to find your nearest location\u2019s phone number.<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rimeals.org\/\"><strong>Meals on Wheels Rhode Island<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Delivers nutritious meals to homebound older adults and individuals with disabilities, while also providing safety checks and reducing social isolation.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>(401) 351- 6700<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fns.usda.gov\/sfmnp\/senior-farmers-market-nutrition-program\"><strong>Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Offers vouchers to low-income seniors to purchase fresh produce from local farmers markets, supporting both nutrition and local agriculture.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>(703) 305-2062<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ride.ri.gov\/child-nutrition\/nutrition-programs\/national-school-lunch-program\"><strong>National School Lunch Program<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Provides free or reduced-cost nutritious meals to eligible school-aged children, supporting both health and academic performance.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>(401) 222-4600<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rifoodbank.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Summer-EBT-Flyer.pdf\"><strong>Summer EBT Program<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Provides additional food benefits to families during the summer months when children do not have access to school meals.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>(401) 942-6325<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/projecthandup.net\/\"><strong>Project Hand Up<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Provides low-cost grocery packages with a mix of perishable and non-perishable items, allowing families to stretch their food budgets.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>(401) 965-9050<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comcap.org\/\"><strong>Comprehensive Community Action program (CCAP)<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Offers food access programs, nutrition education, Head Start services, hearing assistance, and broader family support services for low-income households.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>(401) 467-9610<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#top\">\u21a9 Back to top <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Mental-Health-Resources\">Mental Health Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/988lifeline.org\/\"><strong>988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Free and confidential support via call, text, or chat for individuals experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or mental health crises.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dial 988<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.codacinc.org\/\"><strong>CODAC Behavioral Healthcare<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides outpatient treatment for substance use and mental health disorders, including counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and recovery support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the website to find your nearest location\u2019s phone number.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bhddh.ri.gov\/CCBHC\">RI Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs)<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offers comprehensive behavioral health services regardless of insurance status, including crisis care, therapy, and care coordination.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the website to find your nearest location\u2019s phone number.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#top\">\u21a9 Back to top <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Housing-and-Homelessness-Resources\">Housing and Homelessness Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rihomeless.org\/\">Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Leads statewide efforts to prevent and end homelessness through advocacy, policy work, and coordination of housing services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 213-5618<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossroadsri.org\/\">Crossroads Rhode Island<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides emergency shelter, permanent supportive housing, and case management services to help individuals and families achieve housing stability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 521-2255<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amoshouse.com\/who-we-are\/about-amos-house\">AMOS House<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offers transitional housing, job training, and social services aimed at helping individuals experiencing homelessness achieve self-sufficiency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 272-0220<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hausofcodec.org\/\">Haus of Codec<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides housing, healthcare access, and support services for displaced and at-risk youth, focusing on equity and inclusion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 484-7465<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.westelmwood.org\/\">West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Develops affordable housing and provides supportive services such as financial literacy, health education, and community wellness programs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 453-3220<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#top\">\u21a9 Back to top <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Seniors-and-Disability-Support\">Seniors and Disability Support<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/oha.ri.gov\/\"><strong>Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides programs and services that support independence, healthy aging, and access to care for older adults and individuals with disabilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 462-3000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/oha.ri.gov\/digiAGE\">DigiAGE<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Helps older adults improve digital literacy and access technology for healthcare, communication, and community engagement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 462-3000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rampisinclusion.org\/\">Real Access Motivates Progress (RAMP)<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Promotes accessibility and independence for individuals with disabilities through advocacy, services, and community support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ripin.org\/\">Rhode Island Parent Information Network<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Assists individuals and families with navigating healthcare systems, insurance, education services, and disability resources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 270-0101<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#top\">\u21a9 Back to top <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Education-and-Childcare\">Education and Childcare Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/brightstars.org\/\">BrightStars<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rhode Island\u2019s quality rating system that helps families find and evaluate childcare and early education programs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 739-6100<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dhs.ri.gov\/programs-and-services\/child-care\/head-start\/head-start-eligibility-how-apply\">Head Start Rhode Island<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides early education, health screening, nutrition services, and family support for children from low-income households.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(855) 697-4347<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bgcnri.org\/\">Boys and Girls Club of Northern Rhode Island<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offers structured after-school and summer programs focused on success, physical activity, nutrition, and youth development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 766-9242 (Woonsocket); (401) 333-4850 (Lincoln\/Cumberland)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yearup.org\/\">Year Up United<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offers young adults tuition free job training.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(855) 932-7871<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#top\">\u21a9 Back to top <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"247-Support\">24\/7 Support<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unitedwayri.org\/get-help\/2-1-1\/\"><strong>United Way 2-1-1 Rhode Island<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Free and confidential 24\/7 service that connects individuals to local resources, including food, housing, healthcare, and financial assistance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 444-0600; or dial 2-1-1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#top\">\u21a9 Back to top <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Healthcare-Resources\">Healthcare Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/health.ri.gov\/\">Rhode Island Department of Health<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides public health information, disease prevention resources, vaccination guidance, and safety updates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 222-5960<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/healthyrhode.ri.gov\/HIXWebI3\/DisplayHomePage\">HealthSource RI<\/a><\/strong>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type:lower-alpha\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>State health insurance marketplace where individuals can compare plans, enroll in coverage, and access financial assistance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(855) 840-4774<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aidscareos.org\/\">AIDS<\/a><\/strong>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type:lower-alpha\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides medical care, case management, and support services for individuals living with HIV\/AIDS.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 521-3603<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhpri.org\/\">Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offers affordable health insurance coverage, particularly for Medicaid populations and underserved communities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(866) 696-4774<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rifreeclinic.org\/\">Rhode Island Free Clinic<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides free medical care and chronic disease management for uninsured adults who meet eligibility criteria.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 274-6347 ext 311<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rimom.org\/\">RI Mission of Mercy<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Annual free dental clinic providing preventative and urgent dental services to uninsured and underserved populations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaid.gov\/about-us\/where-can-people-get-help-medicaid-chip\">Medicaid and CHIP Information<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides information on eligibility, enrollment, and benefits for Medicaid and the Children\u2019s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(855) 840-4774<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#top\">\u21a9 Back to top <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Veterans-Resources\">Veterans Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/osdri.org\/\">Operation Stand Down Rhode Island<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides housing assistance, food support, employment services, and case management for veterans experiencing hardship.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 383-4730<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veteransinc.org\/\">Veterans Inc.<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offers comprehensive services including housing, employment training, behavioral healthcare, and family support programs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(800) 482-2565<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.va.gov\/providence-health-care\/locations\/providence-va-medical-center\/\">Providence VA Medical Center<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides primary care, specialty care, mental health services, and rehabilitation for veterans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 273-7100<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vets.ri.gov\/\">RI Office of Veterans Services<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Helps veterans access benefits, obtain documentation, and navigate available services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 921-2119<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#top\">\u21a9 Back to top <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Policy-and-Advocacy\">Policy and Advocacy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/frac.org\/\">Food Research and Action Center<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Advocates for policies that reduce hunger and improve access to nutrition programs nationwide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(202) 986-2200<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rifoodcouncil.org\/\">Rhode Island Food Policy Council<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Supports a sustainable and equitable food system by connecting stakeholders and advancing food-related policy initiatives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> (401) 365-6165<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/economicprogressri.org\/\"><strong>Economic Progress Institute<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Promotes policies that improve economic security, including access to food, housing, healthcare, and fair wages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(401) 456-8512<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#top\">\u21a9 Back to top <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Additional-Resource-Guides\">Additional Resource Guides<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rifoodbank.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/April-Community-Resources-final.pdf\">RI Community Food Bank Monthly 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