Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Housing made the state’s largest-ever single-year investment in affordable housing through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, awarding more than $3.5 million to support the creation or rehabilitation of nearly 1,000 affordable housing units statewide.
Of that amount, Bristol’s Benjamin Church Manor will receive $197,809.
These awards mark the largest single-year investment in affordable housing through the CDBG program in Rhode Island since its inception more than 40 years ago.

“These Community Development Block Grant investments expand access to safe, affordable homes—helping us build stronger, more vibrant communities across Rhode Island.” said McKee. “During Affordable Housing Month, we reaffirm our commitment to making meaningful, long-term investments in housing and delivering real results for Rhode Islanders.”

Funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the CDBG program is designed to help create viable communities by supporting decent housing, expanding economic opportunities, and fostering suitable living environments. In Rhode Island, CDBG funds are distributed to municipalities and support a variety of programs, including the rehabilitation and development of residential structures.