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 is the CEO and Executive Director of RIHousing, beginning her career with the agency in 2000 and rising to the top position in 2019. With almost 30 years of experience, Ventura is a leader in economic development, building livable communities, and expanding housing opportunities for all Rhode Islanders.
Over her tenure at RIHousing, she has spearheaded and overseen critical initiatives, programs, partnerships, and funding efforts, including the administration of billions of dollars into housing and homeownership in the state, navigating multiple innovative strategic plan processes, and expertly guiding the agency through the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent successful deployment of millions of dollars in federal and state money into housing activities. Under Ventura’s leadership the finance group has also successfully issued $3.3 billion in bonds for multi- and single-family housing, achieving the lowest cost financing for our borrowers. Ventura currently serves on numerous boards and committees, including as a board member for MHIC, a member of the Housing Counseling Federal Advisory Committee (HCFAC), a trustee for the Providence Foundation and as a local advisory committee member for the RI Local Initiatives Support Coalition. Ventura holds a Master of Business Administration from Bryant University and received her Bachelor of Science 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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