We’re so lucky at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley to have a staff of hardworking, committed team-players who work tirelessly at our mission of building affordable housing and enriching community life. In this series, you’ll get to know the people behind the work. Tell us about yourself. My name is Stanley Eason! I grew up in… Read more ⇒
Meet A Millrace Member – Chelcuterie by Chelsea
NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley is thrilled to support the Millrace Kitchen, an incubator space designed to support food business startups. Since opening in 2017, over 40 food businesses have worked out of the kitchen space at 40 South Main Street. In this series, you’ll Meet the Millrace Members, get a sense of what it takes… Read more ⇒
NWBRV Homebuyer Education and Landlord Classes: Upcoming Fall 2021!
NWBRV’s HomeOwnership Center, comprised of an enthusiastic, skilled staff, is proud to offer prospective homeowners the opportunity to build the budgets and financial security necessary to achieve their dream of owning a home. “People ask all the time, ‘Why should I take a Home Buyer Education course, I know how to purchase things!’” John Nimmo,… Read more ⇒
Helping Seniors Bridge the Digital Divide
While keeping our senior residents mentally healthy and socially connected has been a prerogative throughout the COVID-19 pandemic for us here at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley, bridging the digital gap for residents has been an additional adventure we’ve proudly tackled. With gratitude to Verizon, NWBRV provided free internet access and Amazon Fire tablets to every resident… Read more ⇒
NWBRV and Levitt Amp-Teaching Students the Gravity of Music
Once again, NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley continues to broaden the musical horizons of Wooonsocket’s youth this season during the Summer Learning Initiative (SLI) summer program. In annual collaboration with the Levitt Music AMP Series, NeighborWorks Art and C3 Centers proudly welcomed two performing Gospel artists from the series to work with students during the week… Read more ⇒
Rent for a Cause
Looking for a space to hold your event or launch your business? Wishing your rental money was going towards a greater good? Renting or leasing one of our affordable properties located throughout Northern Rhode Island could be your answer. By choosing one of our spaces, you’re also choosing to support youth programs, affordable housing, community… Read more ⇒
Meet The NWBRV Team – Lucia Delaroca
We’re so lucky at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley to have a staff of hardworking, committed team-players who work tirelessly at our mission of building affordable housing and enriching community life. In this series, you’ll get to know the people behind the work. Tell us about yourself. I have been working to take care of my… Read more ⇒
Meet A Millrace Member – Dee’s Little Sweets
NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley is thrilled to support the Millrace Kitchen, an incubator space designed to support food business startups. Since opening in 2017, over 40 food businesses have worked out of the kitchen space at 40 South Main Street. In this series, you’ll Meet the Millrace Members, get a sense of what it takes… Read more ⇒
Teaching Kids to Listen to their Gut
Woonsocket Middle School students are learning some important lessons this summer here at NWBRV—most importantly, to always listen to their gut. NeighborWorks’ C3 Center continues to expand the hearts and minds of youth this season during the Summer Learning Initiative (SLI) summer program. Courses offered to enrolled students in grades 6-9 include music, art and… Read more ⇒
Meet The NWBRV Team – John Nimmo
We’re so lucky at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley to have a staff of hardworking, committed team-players who work tirelessly at our mission of building affordable housing and enriching community life. In this series, you’ll get to know the people behind the work. Tell us about yourself. I have worked as a housing counselor for over… Read more ⇒
