Our Capacities

At Grow Smart RI, we’re focusing on five capacity areas to achieve our mission.

Research and analysis

We generate, integrate, apply, and share research and new knowledge — serving as a trusted resource for relevant data and insight.

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Policy development

We produce smart growth policy proposals and reforms for Rhode Island that integrate and optimize economic and community revitalization, housing, transportation, and natural resource conservation.

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Thought leadership and advocacy

Applying our experience and knowledge to foster a critical mass of support for smart growth practices and other policy ideas and reforms that improve the economic, environmental, and social wellbeing of all residents.

03

Convening and collaboration

We build, convene, and support extensive public- and private-sector networks and partnerships to advance the benefits of smart growth.

04

Public visibility and awareness

We enhance awareness and knowledge of smart growth principles and our work among opinion leaders, decision makers, our community partners, and the general public.

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Grow Smart RI’s Mission Statement

Grow Smart RI champions a vibrant, connected, healthy, and environmentally resilient state that expands opportunities for all Rhode Islanders.

We achieve this through advocacy, thought leadership, and convening a statewide network of diverse community builders.

Our Mailing Address

PO Box 3
Providence, RI 02901

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