Supporting the growth of healthy economies in marginalized neighborhoods is a critical aspect of the Sustainable Communities strategy.

Rhode Island Local Initiatives Support Corporation’s core business of real estate finance supports mixed-use and commercial developments in communities across Rhode Island. These projects serve the critical objective of providing much needed retail space to increase economic activity.

LISC is also works with partners to build connections between low-income neighborhoods and business leaders to encourage the development of retail spaces, commercial activity and employment opportunities in underserved neighborhoods.