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Clothes To Kids Rhode Island — Clothes To Kids

Clothing & Toiletries
Free

Provides new and quality used clothing to school-age children from low-income families. They help children attend school with the clothing they need to feel comfortable and confident.

Posted Oct 19, 2026

LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) — Rhode Island Department of Human Services

energy_assistance
Free

State program. Provides assistance to low-income households to help pay for heating costs. It helps ensure that families can keep their homes warm during the winter.

Statewide, Rhode Island 1-401-462-5300
Posted Oct 19, 2026

Retail Merchandiser — UNFI

Employment
Free

Provides stocking and reset support for retail locations to ensure quality service.

Providence, Rhode Island
Posted Oct 19, 2026

Principal Cyber Risk Analyst — UNFI

Employment
Free

Remote-capable position analyzing cyber security risks and implementing mitigation strategies.

Providence, Rhode Island
Posted Oct 19, 2026

Merchandising Specialist — UNFI

Employment
Free

Full-time merchandising role responsible for product placement and retail support.

Providence, Rhode Island
Posted Oct 19, 2026

IT Site Reliability Engineer II — UNFI

Employment
Free

Remote-capable role focused on data platform reliability and infrastructure maintenance.

Providence, Rhode Island
Posted Oct 19, 2026

LIHEAP Crisis Heating Assistance — Rhode Island Department of Human Services

energy_assistance
Free

Federal program. Provides emergency assistance for households facing utility shut-offs or those with less than one-quarter tank of heating fuel. Applicants must have exhausted most of their primary heating benefit.

Statewide, Rhode Island
Posted Oct 11, 2026

LIHEAP Heating Assistance — Rhode Island Department of Human Services

energy_assistance
Free

Federal program. Provides grants to low-income households to assist with heating costs during the winter season. Funds can be paid directly to heating fuel vendors or utility companies.

Statewide, Rhode Island
Posted Oct 11, 2026

Rhode Island LIHEAP — Rhode Island Department of Human Services

energy_assistance
Free

State program. Provides grants to low-income households for heating assistance and crisis intervention. It also includes a weatherization program for furnace repairs and energy-related home improvements.

Statewide, Rhode Island
Posted Oct 2, 2026

Rhode Island Community Action Agency

Financial Assistance
Free

Local Rhode Island Community Action Agency offering emergency rent, utility, and food assistance.

Statewide, Rhode Island 855-697-4347
Posted Aug 31, 2026

Rhode Island Benefits Portal

Financial Assistance
Free

Official Rhode Island portal to apply for SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, and other cash and food assistance.

Statewide, Rhode Island 855-697-4347
Posted Aug 31, 2026

Rhode Island Tobacco Quitline

Drug & Alcohol Rehab
Free

The Rhode Island Tobacco Quitline offers free, confidential phone coaching to help you quit smoking, vaping, or chewing tobacco. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669) to speak with a trained quit coach. Many callers qualify for free nicotine patches, gum, or lozenges mailed to their home. Open to all Rhode Island residents — no insurance required. Coaching is available in English and Spanish, with specialized support for pregnant smokers, teens, and veterans.

Statewide, Rhode Island 1-800-784-8669 24/7
Posted Aug 7, 2026

Rhode Island Bail Bonds

Bail Bondsman

Licensed bail bond company serving Providence. Agents available to post bond and help secure release from jail, typically charging a state-regulated percentage of the total bond amount. Call for current rates and 24/7 availability.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 454-0550 24/7
Posted Aug 2, 2026

Denise's Bail Bonds

Bail Bondsman

Licensed bail bond company serving Providence. Agents available to post bond and help secure release from jail, typically charging a state-regulated percentage of the total bond amount. Call for current rates and 24/7 availability.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 273-0001 24/7
Posted Aug 2, 2026

Free Grief Counseling & Consultation – Rhode Island

Mental Health Support
Free

Free professional grief counseling and consultation services available to Rhode Island residents. Individual and family sessions help those coping with the loss of a loved one, with no cost and no insurance required. Reach out to schedule a confidential consultation. The Grief.com National Helpline (800-537-9353) offers free 24/7 grief support, and SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-4357) provides free referrals to local grief counseling and mental health services.

Providence, Rhode Island 1-800-662-4357 Helpline available 24/7
Posted Aug 2, 2026

Free Grief Support Groups – Rhode Island

Mental Health Support
Free

Free grief support groups meeting in Providence and throughout Rhode Island. GriefShare offers weekly in-person and online grief recovery support groups where you can find comfort, encouragement, and practical help after the loss of a loved one. The Compassionate Friends provides free support specifically for families grieving the death of a child, with local chapters across Rhode Island. The National Alliance for Grieving Children (Hellogrief) connects families with free children's grief support programs statewide.

Providence, Rhode Island Varies by group; many meet weekly
Posted Aug 2, 2026

Same Day Pay Gig Work – Rhode Island

Same-Day Pay / Gig Work
Free

Same-day pay gig work available in Rhode Island through DoorDash, Uber Eats, Amazon Flex, Instacart, and Shipt in Providence and surrounding areas.

Statewide, Rhode Island
Posted Jun 20, 2026

Free Yoga – Rhode Island Community Centers

Free / Low-Cost Healthcare
Free

Rhode Island Division of Elderly Affairs connects residents to free yoga programs at senior and community centers statewide.

Statewide, Rhode Island
Posted Jun 20, 2026

Senior Centers Free Tai Chi – Rhode Island

Free / Low-Cost Healthcare
Free

Rhode Island Division of Elderly Affairs connects residents to free Tai Chi programs at senior and community centers statewide.

Statewide, Rhode Island
Posted Jun 20, 2026

Habitat for Humanity – Rhode Island

Permanent Housing Help

Habitat for Humanity Rhode Island builds affordable homes and offers critical repair programs in Providence and statewide. Zero-interest mortgages for qualifying low-income families.

Providence, Rhode Island
Posted Jun 12, 2026

Amazon Fulfillment Center Jobs – Rhode Island

Felon-Friendly Employment
Free

Amazon is hiring warehouse and delivery associates in Providence, RI and surrounding areas. No prior experience needed. Pay starts $18+/hr with full benefits.

Providence, Rhode Island
Posted Jun 12, 2026

New England Institute of Technology – Aviation Maintenance Technology

Trade Schools

FAA-approved A&P program in Rhode Island. Hands-on training with career placement services. Evening programs available for working adults.

East Greenwich, Rhode Island 401-467-7744
Posted Jun 12, 2026

Free Clothes Closet - Amos House Providence

Clothing & Toiletries
Free

Free clothing, hygiene items, and essential goods for homeless and low-income individuals in Providence. Also provides meals and social services.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 272-0220 Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Posted Jun 11, 2026

Rhode Island Community Food Bank

Food Banks & Soup Kitchens
Free

Distributes 11 million pounds of food annually through 150+ partner agencies statewide. Find your nearest pantry at their website.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 942-6325 Pantry hours vary
Posted Jun 11, 2026

Salvation Army Emergency Shelter - Providence

Temporary Housing / Shelters
Free

Emergency shelter and transitional housing for homeless adults and families. Meals, case management, and connections to permanent housing.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 421-6281 24/7
Posted Jun 11, 2026

Samaritan House - Providence

Temporary Housing / Shelters
Free

Emergency shelter and transitional housing for homeless adults in Rhode Island. Meals, showers, case management, mental health referrals, and connections to permanent housing.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 274-5400 24/7
Posted Jun 11, 2026

Mental Health Association of Rhode Island - Providence

Mental Health Support
Free

Free mental health education, support groups, and peer services. Navigation to free and low-cost mental health treatment throughout Rhode Island.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 351-1100 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Posted Jun 4, 2026

Groden Network - Providence

Mental Health Support

Low-cost mental health and behavioral health services. Medicaid accepted. Outpatient therapy, school-based counseling, and crisis support services.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 272-6060 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Posted Jun 4, 2026

Crossroads Rhode Island Mental Health - Providence

Mental Health Support
Free

Free mental health counseling and crisis support for homeless individuals in Rhode Island. Medicaid accepted. Integrated housing, mental health, and peer services.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 943-0555 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Posted Jun 4, 2026

Anchor Recovery Community Center - Providence

Drug & Alcohol Rehab
Free

Free recovery community center offering peer support, recovery coaching, and connections to substance abuse treatment. No cost for all services.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 521-4985 Mon-Sat 9am-5pm
Posted Jun 4, 2026

Codac Behavioral Healthcare - Providence

Drug & Alcohol Rehab

Low-cost medication-assisted treatment and outpatient substance abuse counseling. Medicaid accepted. Methadone, buprenorphine, and individual therapy.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 461-5056 Mon-Fri 6am-2pm, Sat-Sun 7am-11am
Posted Jun 4, 2026

Thundermist Health Center - Woonsocket, Rhode Island

Free / Low-Cost Healthcare

FQHC providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services to all Rhode Island residents on a sliding fee scale. Returning citizens are welcome.

Woonsocket, Rhode Island (401) 767-4100 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Posted Jun 4, 2026

Providence Community Health Centers - Providence

Free / Low-Cost Healthcare

Providence Community Health Centers is a FQHC network providing comprehensive primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and social services across multiple Providence locations. Sliding fee scale. Returning citizens are welcomed.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 444-0400 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Posted Jun 4, 2026

JB Hunt CDL Training - Rhode Island

Felon-Friendly Employment
Free

JB Hunt recruits Rhode Island residents for their free CDL training program. Providence and statewide applicants welcomed. JB Hunt reviews felony records individually. Regional Northeast routes available. Non-violent felonies often approved.

Providence, Rhode Island (800) 231-5895 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Posted Jun 4, 2026

Rhode Island College Access - Free Help, Providence

College Application Help
Free

Free college application assistance in Providence through Rhode Island Higher Education Assistance Authority. Counselors help with applications to CCRI, Rhode Island College, URI, and Brown. FAFSA, Rhode Island State Grant, and scholarship guidance. Returning citizens welcome at CCRI's open-access programs.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 455-8000 Mon-Thurs 9am-8pm; Fri-Sat 9am-5pm
Posted May 28, 2026

Community College of Rhode Island - GED & Adult Ed

GED / High School Diploma
Free

CCRI provides adult education including GED preparation and high school equivalency programs. Free for qualifying adults. Returning citizens from Rhode Island prisons are welcomed and supported.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 825-1000 Mon-Fri 8am-8pm
Posted May 28, 2026

SSA Office - Providence, RI

Social Security
Free

Social Security Administration office serving Providence and Rhode Island. Full SSA services. Rhode Island supplements federal SSI. Handles SSDI, SSI, retirement, Medicare, and card replacement.

Providence, Rhode Island (800) 772-1213 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Posted May 28, 2026

RIPTA - Reduced Fare Program (Rhode Island)

Free Transportation
Free

Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) operates statewide buses. Free rides for seniors 65+ and Medicaid recipients. Reduced fares for disabled riders. RIPTA's Access to Recovery program provides free passes for individuals in substance abuse treatment.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 781-9400 Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
Posted May 28, 2026

Rhode Island Second Chance Employers - Manufacturing & Hospitality

Felon-Friendly Employment
Free

Rhode Island has statewide Ban the Box for public and private employers. Manufacturing, hospitality, and service industries in Providence hire returning citizens. RI Department of Labor connects job seekers with felon-friendly employers.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 462-8000 Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm
Posted May 28, 2026

Rhode Island Legal Services

Legal Aid
Free

Free civil legal aid for low-income Rhode Islanders statewide. Handles expungements, housing, family law, immigration, and public benefits.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 274-2652 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Posted May 28, 2026

Rescue Mission of Providence

Temporary Housing / Shelters
Free

Emergency shelter, meals, and transitional housing for homeless men in Providence. Recovery programs and reentry support available.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 781-0120 Open daily
Posted May 28, 2026

Rhode Island Apprenticeship Program

Trade Schools
Free

Registered apprenticeships in construction, manufacturing, and healthcare across Rhode Island.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 462-8000 Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm
Posted May 21, 2026

New England Institute of Technology - RI

Trade Schools

HVAC, automotive, construction, and electrical programs with strong RI employer connections.

East Greenwich, Rhode Island (401) 467-7744 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Posted May 21, 2026

Rhode Island Department of Human Services

Social Services
Free

Administers SNAP, RI Works (TANF), Medicaid, and emergency assistance. RI is a small state with accessible central office.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 462-5300 Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm
Posted May 21, 2026

Salvation Army Thrift Store - Providence

Clothing & Toiletries

Affordable clothing and shoes in Providence. Ask about emergency clothing vouchers and social services available at the same location.

Providence, Rhode Island (401) 421-4731 Mon-Sat 9am-5pm
Posted May 14, 2026

BridgeBack

Free and low-cost reentry resources for every state. Everyone deserves a second chance.

bridge-back.org@gmail.com

Crisis Hotlines

988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 211 — United Way Helpline SAMHSA: 1-800-662-4357
BridgeBack Reentry Directory — All resources are community-submitted. Always verify information before visiting.