Our experienced professionals and board members are dedicated to expanding housing opportunities in Rhode Island. Behind RIHousing’s mission to create affordable homes and stronger communities is a diverse team of leaders committed to innovation, accountability, and service. Together, they bring expertise from housing finance, policy, community development, and public service to help Rhode Islanders thrive.
RIHousing is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners that provides policy direction, fiscal oversight, and strategic leadership. The Board’s commitment strengthens our mission and contributes to the well-being of thousands of Rhode Islanders.
RIHousing Board meetings are open to the public. Stay informed by viewing upcoming meeting dates, agendas, and minutes.
Guided by vision and expertise, our leadership team drives programs and partnerships that make homeownership and housing stability possible for thousands of Rhode Islanders.
Carol Ventura was named Executive Director of RIHousing in September 2019. She has 30 years of experience in expanding access to housing, building livable communities and leading economic development efforts.
Carol led the finance group to successfully initiate and complete more than $284M in multi and single-family bonding with social and sustainable designations for the agency and led the agency 5-year strategic plan process, resulting in the creation of innovative programs targeted at controlling costs, increasing production and access, and improving agency and program performance.
Carol is a part of the LISC LAC Board, Commissioner for the Housing Resources Commission (HRC) and she serves on the NCSHA Homeownership Task Force, as well as a Trustee on the Providence Foundation Board. Carol received a Master of Business Administration from Bryant University and a Bachelor of Science degree from Bryant College.
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Only residents of census tract 405 are eligible for the FirstGenHomeRI pilot program.
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Applications from residents who live in the census tract listed below are prioritized.
| Central Falls | 44007010900, 44007010800, 44007011100, 44007011000 |
| Pawtucket | 44007016000, 44007015300, 44007015100, 44007015200, 44007015500, 44007016600, 44007016700, 44007017000, 44007017100, 44007016100, 44007016400 |
| Newport | 44005040500, 44005041100 |
| East Providence | 44007010100, 44007010501 |
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