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Rhode Island Small Business Training Events For The Week Of May 14 – May 20 And Small Business Week Free Workshops

Tuesday, May 15
Rhode Island Small Business Development Center: “ServSafe® Food Handlers Course.” Learn basic food safety practices for preparing and serving food. Earn your food handler certificate from the foodservice experts, the National Restaurant Association. This course can be used as a precursor to the ServSafe® Essentials Food Safety Managers Certification Course.
Speaker: Amy Lynn Cordeiro
Workshop will be held at the Johnson & Wales University Culinary Archives & Museum in Providence from 9:00am – 12:00pm. This workshop is free to attend. All attendees must pre-register. To register please call the RISBDC at (401) 598-2702 or visit www.risbdc.org
Rhode Island Small Business Recovery Program: “Back to the Future – A Guide to Using Today’s Direct Mail to Grow Your Business.” So you have a Facebook page, an email campaign, a website, you have done search engine optimization and you are still disappointed with the business you are getting? What you may need is an offline strategy that drives people to your website, Facebook page or store location. Direct mail is already the ‘secret weapon’ for large companies and marketing experts- and today it is easier than ever for the smallest of businesses to get involved in. Industry expert Bob Salvas gives you the secrets you need to know to succeed. Some of the topics covered will be:
• The 6 answers to direct mail communication- who, what, when, where, why and how.
• How to select a target market and the four groups of people that you should consider communicating with and why. Also, how to select a mailing list and what to watch out for.
• NEW products from the US Postal Service that you might not know about.
Join Bob for this comprehensive 2 hour seminar that will open your eyes to the world of hard-copy direct mail. Seminar will be held at the Centerville Seminar Center, 875 Centerville Road, Building 2, Suite 5, Warwick, from 6:30-8:30pm. Event is free of charge. All attendees must pre-register. To register or for more information, visit www.rismallbusinessrecovery.com

Wednesday, May 16
Center for Women & Enterprise: “HOW TO: Explore SBA Government Contracting Programs.” The federal government spends over $2 billion on goods and services each year. Are you getting your share? An SBA small business certification may make the difference for your company. Join the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Center for Women & Enterprise to learn more about the government contracting programs: 8(a), 8(m) and HUBZone. All programs are geared toward assisting socially and economically disadvantaged businesses and small businesses located in historically underutilized business zones (HUBZones). Event is free. Attendees must register prior to attending. Please contact CWE at 401-277-0800 or email info.providence@cweonline.org . Visit CWE’s website at www.cweboston.org
Rhode Island Small Business Recovery Program: “Explosive Growth in Difficult Economic Times.” If you want to create a rock-solid foundation for your business success…if you want to stand out in a crowded marketplace…if you want to create buzz, grab attention and gain mindshare; this may be the most important seminar you ever attend. Here are just a few of the things you’ll learn in this easy-to-understand, two-hour seminar:
• How to differentiate your business from the competition.
• How to spread the word with meaningful and memorable messages that actually get read and acted upon.
• How to create a unique customer experience.
• How to develop your overt benefits.
• How to design a strategy to become an industry leader.
• How to paint a vivid picture of your future.
• How to identify a razor-thin target market.
• And, how to greatly enhance your probability of long-term success.
Workshop will be held at New England Tech, 1408 Division Road, Media Presentation Theater, East Greenwich, from 6:30-8:30pm and is free of charge. All attendees must pre-register. This seminar will be presented by David Nash, President of Engage Marketing, Inc. and founder of the RI Small Business Recovery Program. To register or for more information, visit www.rismallbusinessrecovery.com

Thursday, May 17
South Eastern Economic Development Corporation: “Introduction to the Fundamentals of Business Ownership.” This workshop will focus on the basics of business ownership and touch on several key factors when starting a business and attempting to obtain financing. The workshop will be held at Bridgewater Savings Bank 756 Orchard Street Raynham, MA 02767. Registration will begin at 4:30 pm and the workshop will run from 5:30 – 8:30 pm. This event is free of charge but all attendees must register to attend. Please call SEED at (508) 822-1020 to register. For more information, visit SEED at www.seedcorp.com

Friday, May 18
Center for Women & Enterprise: “BYB: Cash Flow Management.” Take this class to take the uncertainty, frustration and fear out of managing cash flow either at home, at work or both. The Fluid Cash Flow Management system is uniquely designed to help the attendees accurately predict and anticipate cash flow issues for either their business or their personal finances weeks and even months in advance. Designed to be simple to understand and even easier to use, this innovative cash flow system only requires the attendee have access to and can use Microsoft Excel. No understanding of accounting is needed! Fee is $35. Registration is required. Partial scholarships may be available to those who qualify. Workshop will be held at 132 George M. Cohan Boulevard in Providence from 10:00am – 12:00pm. Please contact CWE at 401-277-0800 or email info.providence@cweonline.org . Visit CWE’s website at www.cweboston.org

Free Professional Development Workshops
To register for a workshop, please email matthew.spoehr@sba.gov or call the SBA District Office at 401-528-4561
Tuesday, May 29 – 8:00am—10:00am
Getting Your Business Up And Running: Start-Up Clinic
This workshop is for people who are interested in learning the fundamentals of starting and running a business the right way. Some subjects to be covered are registering your business, market research & analysis, legal structures for your business, estimating start-up costs and cash flow projection, failure factors, and business planning. Since lack of planning is one of the top reasons new businesses fail, attending this comprehensive workshop may be one of the most important decisions you make prior to opening your business.
Presented by Rhode Island Small Business Development Center
Johnson & Wales University

Tuesday, May 29 – 1:00pm—2:00pm
Overview of the HUBZone Program—WEBINAR
The Program helps small businesses in urban and rural communities gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities. Program benefits include; competitive and sole source contracting, 10% price evaluation preference in full and open contract competitions, subcontracting opportunities.
Presented by Norm Deragon
Small Business Administration

Tuesday, May 29 – 6:00pm—8:00pm
Como Poner En Marcha Y En Funcionamiento Su Negocio: Clínica Para Principiantes
Este taller es para personas que están interesadas en aprender los fundamentos de la puesta en marcha y funcionamiento de una empresa de la manera correcta. Algunos temas a ser tratados son el registro de su negocio, investigación de mercados y análisis de las estructuras legales para su negocio, la estimación de los gastos iníciales y la proyección del flujo de caja, factores de fracaso, y la
planificación empresarial. Ya que la falta de planificación es una de las principales razones por la que las nuevas empresas fracasan, asistiendo a este taller completo puede ser una de las más importantes decisiones que usted tome antes de la apertura de su negocio. Un generoso paquete de información relativa a los talleres se ofrecerá.
Presented by Rhode Island Small Business Development Center
Johnson & Wales University

Wednesday, May 30 – 9:00am—11:00am
Marketing With Stories…How To Create Buzz and Gain Mind Share Through The Power of Stories
Stories help us sell our products, our services, our ideas, and our vision. Enhancing your storytelling skills is the next step in growing your business…because storytelling is the key to all business communication.
In this seminar, he will show you how to:
- Create an emotional story that compels people to take action
· Capture the attention of prospects who otherwise ignore your messages
· Make it easy for others to tell your story and spread your message
· Close more sales by using stories to overcome objections
· Learn how to make a positive connection with your clients and prospects
Presented by David Nash, SCORE
Centerville Seminar Center
875 Centerville Road – Building 2, Suite 5,
Warwick

Wednesday, May 30 – 2:30pm—4:00pm
How To Increase Your One-on-One Sales…The Road Warrior’s Pathway to Sales Growth
Whether you’re experienced or inexperienced, if you’re a sales road warrior looking to dramatically increase your sales, this is the seminar you should attend. This workshop will provide you with the sales tools you need to identify more prospects, acquire more appointments, and close more sales. Steve will walk you through the time-tested sales tips you need to increase your sales to new heights.
Presented by Steve Gareau, SCORE
Centerville Seminar Center
875 Centerville Road – Building 2, Suite 5,
Warwick

Friday, June 1 – 10:00am—Noon
Measuring the ROI on Social Media
Are social media results measurable? How do you know if your social media campaigns are worth the effort you are putting in? This workshop explores the benefits of using social media as part of your marketing campaign and how to make sure you are maximizing your efforts.
Presented by Gil Lantini
Center for Women & Enterprise
132 George M. Cohan Blvd.,
Providence

Friday, June 1 – 10:00am—Noon
Time Management Secrets for Small Business Owners: How To Boost You And Your Employees’ Productivity
At this workshop you will learn how successful entrepreneurs manage their time and how they overcome internal barriers to success. Learn from the business coaches from the Bridges to Business, a program of the International Institute of New England, which over the past decade has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs use time management to get to the next level.
Presented by Bridges to Business
Centerville Seminar Center
875 Centerville Road – Building 2, Suite 5,
Warwick

SBA’s participation or support of this event is not an endorsement of the views, opinions, products or services of any co-sponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a non -discriminatory basis.

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Small Busines Training Events For The Week Of May 7 – May 13

Each week the SBA Rhode Island District Office will highlight seminars and conferences being held around the state. Additional events can be found at www.sba.gov/ri

Thursday, May 10
Rhode Island Small Business Development Center: “Branding – Understanding the Basics and the Important of Effective Branding and Brand Consistency.” Do you have a website that’s not helping generate new business leads? Discover how a well-structured internet marketing plan consisting of search engines, email and social media can increase targeted website traffic. We will take an in depth look at how search engines work as well as review Google Analytics to help understand our websites traffic. Speaker(s): Gil Lantini. This workshop will run from 8:00-10:00am and will be held at JWU Larry Friedman International Center for Entrepreneurship Taco Center, 10 Abbott Park Place, Providence, RI, and is free to attend but all attendees must register to attend. Visit www.risdbc.org or call (401) 263-5123.
Rhode Island Small Business Development Center: “DCAA Hot Button Issues: An NCMA RI/SENEDIA Training Event.” DCAA – Defense Contract Audit Agency: The DCAA, while serving the public interest as its primary customer, shall perform all necessary contract audits for the Department of Defense and provide accounting and financial advisory services regarding contracts and subcontracts to all DoD Components responsible for procurement and contract administration. These services are provided in connection with negotiation, administration, and settlement of contracts and subcontracts to ensure taxpayer dollars are spent on fair and reasonable contract prices. The DCAA shall provide contract audit services to other Federal agencies as appropriate. As Regional Director for the Northeastern Region, Mr. Ronald C. Meldonian is responsible for managing DCAA operations and audits in 22 Field Audit Offices in 11 States [New England (6), New York, New Jersey, Michigan, Arizona, and Texas]; and in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Southwest Asia, and leads a total staff of 600 professional auditors and professional support employees. This event will be held from 12:00-2:00pm at the Atlantic Beach Club, 55 Purgatory Road, Middletown, RI. Cost: $25.00 per person; Cash or Check at the door or in advance via PayPal at http://ncma-ri.org/event-payment-2/
RSVP: Friday, May 4, 2012 to Tracy Hamilton, thamilton@ritesolutions.com or call (401) 847-3399 ext. 247.

Friday, May 11
Rhode Island Small Business Development Center: “”Opening the Doors to Your Business.” Have you been over your checklists multiple times, and everything seems to be in place? Then it is time to take that big step and open your doors for business. Entrepreneurs can often overlook critical steps in the startup process, so to ensure they position their businesses efficiently, legally, and soundly, the RISBDC is offering this comprehensive clinic. Participants will learn: how to register your business, market research & analysis, legal structures for your business, estimating start-up costs and cash flow projection, failure factors and business planning. Since lack of planning is one of the top reasons new businesses fail, attending this workshop may be one of the most important decisions you make prior to opening your doors. This workshop will run from 8:30-10:00am and will be held at JWU Larry Friedman International Center for Entrepreneurship Taco Center, 10 Abbott Park Place, Providence, RI, and is free to attend but all attendees must register to attend. Visit www.risdbc.org or call (401) 263-5123.

Saturday, May 12
SCORE: “How to Write an Effective Business Plan.” This free workshop will be presented by SCORE counselors and is free of charge. Space is limited to 20 attendees and pre-registration is required. Please send all email registrations to pplref@provlib.org and put “Attention: Ann P” in the subject line. You may also register via telephone at (401)455-8027. To learn more about this workshop and others, visit the SCORE website at www.ri.score.org

SBA’s participation or support of this event is not an endorsement of the views, opinions, products or services of any co-sponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis.
Date: 5/3/2012

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Rhode Island Head Start
Managing Agency Department of Human Services (RI) http://www.state.ri.us
Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers) promote school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and social services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment. Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and seasonal farm worker families.
General Program Requirements

In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Rhode Island and a parent or primary caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school.

In order to qualify, you must also have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
Household Size* Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1 $14,521
2 $19,669
3 $24,817
4 $29,965
5 $35,113
6 $40,261
7 $45,409
8 $50,557
*For households with more than eight people, add $5,148 per additional person.

If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy, less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications may apply.
Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The Head Start Locator provides a searchable database of Head Start programs. To apply for this program please visit the following website, which will direct you to the Head Start office nearest to you:

http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices

Program Contact Information
If you would like to speak with a State representative regarding the program, you can call the Rhode Island Head Start Collaboration Project at (401) 462-3071 or visit: http://www.riheadstart.org/index.html

Posted 04-09-12

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Rhode Island Special Milk Program

Managing Agency Rhode Island http://www.ri.gov/index.php

Program Description
The Special Milk Program encourages the consumption of milk by children in public and private nonprofit schools, and in nonprofit residential or non-residential childcare institutions, provided they do not also participate in other Federal meal service programs. However, schools in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs which operate split-session pre-kindergarten and kindergarten programs may participate in the Special Milk Program to provide milk to children in those programs who do not have access to the lunch or breakfast programs.

General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk to low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Rhode Island, your household’s annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.

Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates in the Special Milk Program.

The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:

http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm

Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program.

http://www.thriveri.org/components/nutrition.html

Program Contact Information

To learn more about the Rhode Island Special Milk Program (SMP), please visit:http://www.ride.ri.gov/Finance/nutrition/milk.aspx

For more information regarding SMP, please call the Nutrition Program Specialist Kathy Kendall at: 401-222-4600

Or e-mail at:
kkendall@ride.ri.net

You may also contact your local school district if you have other inquiries regarding the program.

Updated 07-28-2011

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NERRC is one of six Regional Resource Centers funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The Center provides special education technical assistance to help state education agencies improve their systems of early intervention, special education and transition services for children with disabilities. Find more resources for parents and educators in your state.

For more information visit this link: http://www.disability.gov/state/rhode_island/education

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Program Description
The Department of Human Services’ Rhode Island Works Program offers temporary cash assistance, health coverage, child care
assistance, and help finding job training or a job. This program is available for pregnant women and adults with children under age 18
(or under age 19 if child is a full-time student). Since the goal of the program has always been to encourage families to get into the
workforce and become more self-sufficient, those who are working or are involved in some type of job training, and fall into a certain
income bracket may still qualify for some cash assistance and other important benefits including health care coverage, child care
subsidies and food assistance. Services are available statewide. The Rhode Island Works used to be called the Family Independence
Program (FIP).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Rhode Island, either pregnant or responsible for a child under 19
years of age, a U.S. national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, have low or very low income, and be either under-employed
(working for very low wages), unemployed or about to become unemployed.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, contact your local DHS Office. You will need to complete an application and provide proof of identity, income,
assets/resources and expenses.

Program Contact Information
For more information, visit:

http://dhs.embolden.com/FamilieswithChildren/RhodeIslandWorks/tabid/195/Default.aspx

Or call us at:
1-401-462-5300

Managing Agency
Rhode Island

http://www.ri.gov/index.php

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Program Description
RIte Care is Rhode Island’s Medicaid managed care program that provides families on the Family Independence Program and eligible
uninsured pregnant women, parents, and children up to age 19 with comprehensive health insurance coverage.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Rhode Island, under 19 years of age or be a primary care giver
with a child under the age of 19 or be pregnant, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal
alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $27,075 if one person lives in
the household; $36,425 if two people live in the household; $45,775 if three people live in the household; $55,125 if four people live in
the household; $64,475 if five people live in the household; $73,825 if six people live in the household; $83,175 if seven people live in
the household; $92,525 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $9,350 for each additional person in the
home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state’s program information
for details.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact your local administering agency:

http://www.pparx.org/resources/2007-04-11.Rhode_Island.RIteCare.773.pdf

Program Contact Information
To learn more about Rhode Island Rite Care, please visit:

http://dhs.embolden.com/People/FamilieswithChildren/HealthCare/RIteCare/tab…

You can ask questions about Rite Care, have the application form sent to you or apply by phone:
1-800-880-5305

TTY users can call:
401-462-3363

Managing Agency
Rhode Island

http://www.ri.gov/index.php

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Program Description
The Rhode Island Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a Federally funded program through the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services. LIHEAP is an assistance program designed to help low income households with home
heating costs.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Rhode Island, you must need financial assistance
for home energy costs and your household’s annual income before taxes must not exceed $25,971 if one person lives in the
household; $33,962 if two people live in the household; $41,953 if three people live in the household; $49,945 if four people live in the
household; $57,936 if five people live in the household; $65,927 if six people live in the household; $67,426 if seven people live in the
household, or $68,924 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $1,497 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
If you would like information on how and where to apply for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and/or
other services that may be available to you, call your local community action agency:

http://www.energy.ri.gov/lowincome/cap.php

Program Contact Information
For more information on this program, please visit the following website:

http://www.energy.ri.gov/lowincome/liheap.php

Managing Agency
Rhode Island

http://www.ri.gov/index.php

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Program Description
The Department of Human Services (DHS) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps single adults, couples, children
and families, who may be working but are still struggling financially, to buy food and provide nutritional meals for themselves. The
program, the largest food and nutrition support program in the state, is a partnership between the Federal Government and the state.
The Federal Government pays the full cost of an individual’s SNAP benefits and approximately half of the state’s cost to administer
the program. Like several other DHS programs, adults qualify to receive SNAP benefits based on their income, the resources they
have and the number of individuals in their household. SNAP is an important part of the services offered by DHS, but individuals do
not need to be participating in other DHS programs, including the Family Independence Program, to receive SNAP benefits. They can
be unemployed, working, preparing for work, or receiving a pension to qualify for SNAP benefits. Homeless individuals can also
qualify to receive SNAP benefits. Additional eligibility criteria will also be taken into consideration including the amount of resources
an individual/household owns (e.g., cash, stocks, bonds, checking/savings accounts, automobiles, etc.) before eligibility is
determined.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Rhode Island and fall into one of two groups: (1)
those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings
and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a
disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of less than
$14,079 if one person lives in the household; $18,941 if two people live in the household; $23,803 if three people live in the household;
$28,665 if four people live in the household; $33,527 if five people live in the household; $38,389 if six people live in the household;
$43,251 if seven people live in the household; or $48,113 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $4,862 for
each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, fill out the application and make an appointment to speak with a representative at your local county office:

http://www.dhs.ri.gov/tabid/833/Default.aspx

You may also apply online at the following location:

https://www.foodstamps.ri.gov/admin/login.cfm

Program Contact Information
For more information about SNAP call the DHS office at 401-222-7276 or visit:

http://www.dhs.ri.gov/FamilieswithChildren/FoodAssistance/tabid/824/Default…

Providence and East Bay area residents:
401-222-7276

Northern RI area residents:
401-235-6300

Warwick and South County area residents:
800-282-7021

US Department of Agriculture (USDA):
800-221-5689

Or visit the USDA Web site:

http://www.usda.gov/

Managing Agency
Rhode Island

http://www.ri.gov/index.php

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Program Description
In Rhode Island, the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) program provides nutritious, low-cost or free lunches to an
average of about 50,000 children daily and breakfasts to 7,000 children daily. Schools that take part in the lunch program get cash
subsidies and donated commodities from USDA. Program participants include public school districts, private schools, special needs
citizen centers, residential child care institutions, and State schools. All public schools in Rhode Island are mandated by State law to
provide breakfast and lunch.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Rhode Island and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household;
$40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household;
$61,550 if seven people live in the household; $68,469 if eight people live in the household; and $75,388 if more than eight people live
in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child’s school. A listing of your state’s schools can be found here:

http://www.ride.ri.gov/RIDE/SchoolDirectory/Default.aspx

Program Contact Information
For more information on Rhode Island School Breakfast and Lunch and to find out who to speak with if you have questions, please
visit:

http://www.ride.ri.gov/Finance/nutrition/

Managing Agency
Rhode Island

http://www.ri.gov/index.php

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Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income pregnant,
breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk. To be fully
eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional risk (i.e., have
certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).

The WIC program of Rhode Island is administered by the Rhode Island Department of Health, Division of Family Health.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Rhode Island, pregnant, breastfeeding and
postpartum woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at nutrition
risk; and, (2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has family
members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary Assistance
for Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you:

http://www.health.ri.gov/family/wic/call.php

Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:

http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm

For more information on RI WIC, please visit the RI Department of Health at:

http://www.health.ri.gov/family/wic/index.php

You can also call toll-free the Rhode Island Department of Health, Family Health Information Line if you have questions about the
program:
800-942-7434

Managing Agency
Department of Health (RI)

http://www.state.ri.us

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DOE’s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is the nation’s largest residential energy efficiency program. Its mission is to
insulate the dwellings of low-income persons, particularly the elderly, persons with disabilities, families with children, high residential
energy users, and households with a high energy burden, in order to conserve needed energy and to aid those persons least able to
afford higher utility costs.

General Program Requirements

In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Rhode Island, your household’s annual income
before taxes must not exceed $24,395 if one person lives in the household; $31,901 if two people live in the household; $39,407 if
three people live in the household; $46,913 if four people live in the household; $54,420 if five people live in the household; $61,926 if
six people live in the household; $63,333 if seven people live in the household; and $64,740 if eight people
live in the household. For larger households, add $1,407 for each additional person in the
home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact your local administering agency at the following location:

http://www.energy.ri.gov/lowincome/cap.php

Program Contact Information
For more information, please visit the Rhode Island WAP program website at:

http://www.energy.ri.gov/lowincome/wap.php

To reach the Rhode Island State Energy Office and ask about the program, please call:
401-222-3370

Managing Agency
Rhode Island

http://www.ri.gov/index.php

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