Our Legacy
The Providence Foundation has moved rivers, relocated highways and revitalized historic neighborhoods since its founding in 1974. Through creative vision and consistent advocacy, downtown Providence has become more vibrant, active and prosperous. Transformative projects such as those highlighted below, have created economic and social benefits across Rhode Island.

Helped spearhead the award-winning Providence River relocation project, which is often sited as a national example of successful waterfront revitalization.

Helped create Providence's Capital Center District.

Helped save the old Loew's State Theater and create the Providence Performing Arts Center.

Conceived the Hurricane Barrier Realignment and co-sponsored a study for the reuse of I-195 land.

Led the effort to form the Downtown Improvement District (DID) to keep Downtown Providence clean and safe.

Partnered to form the Downtown Providence Parks Conservancy (DPPC) to revitalize public spaces.

Advocated for passage of a $35 million mass transit hub bond to create a 21st century transportation center at the Providence Train Station.
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