[Summit] The Mayor & Governor seek aid for those suffering most from the Pandemic [Covid news no. 358]

[David Kolsky]

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| Hi David,
Just over a month ago, we announced the weR1 Rhode Island philanthropic fund to help Rhode Islanders who aren’t eligible for most federal relief programs due to their immigration status. 
Helping these families, many of whom have been hit hard by COVID-19, is incredibly important—not only is it the right thing to do, but keeping Rhode Islanders healthy and safe is an essential part of our pandemic response. Because federal aid is not an option, we turned to Rhode Islanders and asked for your support. We set an ambitious goal to raise $3 million to help thousands of families in our state.  
Together, we did it. Thanks to you, $400 weR1 cards have gone—and are still going—to Rhode Islanders in need to purchase groceries, gas, and other basic necessities. Thank you. |

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| The average gift to the fund was more than $100. That’s fantastic! Your generosity is incredible, but it’s not surprising. This is the Rhode Island way. In hard times, we show up for one another. I’d also like to give a special thank you to our core partners: RI Foundation, Dorcas International and the many community organizations helping us to get this money out. 
If you are in need of assistance, please visit Dorcas International’s website to apply. And if you're someone who has already donated to this important cause: Thank you. Your dedication to helping our neighbors is part of why I am so proud to be a Rhode Islander.  |

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| Click the graph to see check the Department of Health's COVID-19 data dashboard. |

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| While I’m proud of the support we’ve been able to provide so far, there are still many families in need. I hope you'll consider making a donation by texting weR1 to 27126 or using this link.
-Gina RaimondoGovernor
P.S.: Information is our greatest weapon in the fight against COVID-19, If you or someone you know wants to sign up to receive these emails, you can use this link. |

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August 26, 2020
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Dear neighbor –

The ongoing public health crisis has upended all our lives and left many of our neighbors struggling to provide basic necessities for their families. But throughout this event, I’ve been inspiring to see so many acts of kindness by our residents to help each other during this difficult time.

The City of Providence is teaming up with the United Way of Rhode Island and community partners to create the Providence Community Relief Fund to help our neighbors in need during this time. If you have the means and would like to make a contribution, you can do so online here.



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We are also excited to share that a local community member Mark Mandell has generously committed $25,000 to the Fund and has pledged to match future donations up to $25,000. The funds raised will be distributed to nonprofit organizations that serve Providence residents and could support a variety of initiatives, like food assistance and direct financial relief in our neighborhoods.

For those seeking support, the City has created and supported accessible COVID-19 bilingual testing centers, food distribution sites, housing and eviction resources, and financial relief for individuals and families across Providence. You can read more about the resources provided by the City and our community partners at our COVID-19 resources page.

Please continue to keep each other safe by following our COVID-19 guidelines such as wearing a mask and maintaining at least six feet of distance between others when out in public. Together, we will overcome this virus and emerge stronger than ever.

 

Sincerely,

Jorge O. Elorza 
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