Map by Lizzy Wendel

Central High School

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-22 17:11:32 UTC

Central High School is a 9-12 public school in PPSD. Admission is by lottery. Central serves around 1200 students.

Providence Career and Technical Academy

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-22 17:12:24 UTC

Providence Career and Technical Academy "PCTA" is a 9-12 public school in PPSD that specializes in technical careers. Their specialties include automotive, culinary, cosmetology, graphics and pastry art. Admission is by application only. PCTA serves around 600 students.

Classical High School

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-22 17:13:45 UTC

Classical High School is a 9-12 public high school in PPSD. Admission is by application and entrance test only. Classical serves about 1100 students.

West Broadway Neighborhood Association (WBNA)

2024-09-22 23:25:44 UTC

The West Broadway Neighborhood Association in Providence, RI, fosters community development, supports local businesses, and enhances neighborhood quality through engagement, advocacy, and events.

Solar-Powered EV Charging Station

2024-09-22 23:42:17 UTC

In 2022, WBNA launched a solar-powered EV charging station outside its headquarters, responding to community interest from surveys. This is one way they commitment to making sustainable energy accessible to neighbors.

Open 24 hours a day.

Neighborhood Toolbank

2024-09-22 23:48:52 UTC

A benefit of WBNA membership is access to the Neighborhood Toolbank, where members can rent tools and equipment for home and garden projects, as well as event supplies like tables and chairs, all at affordable rates.

Cooking Oil Recycling Program

2024-09-22 23:57:11 UTC

WBNA has partnered with Newport Biodiesel for a Cooking Oil Recycling Program. Members can drop off waste vegetable oil in a blue barrel outside WBNA HQ. Only vegetable oil is accepted; no animal fats. Newport Biodiesel converts local oils into eco-friendly fuel, reducing CO2 emissions significantly.

West Side Play Space Co-Op

2024-09-23 00:00:35 UTC

West Side Play Space is a co-op where families and young children gather to play, learn, and connect during the colder months from November to April. It provides children ages 0-5 with activities like movement, reading, art, imaginative play, and safe exploration, along with special events throughout the year.

Hardscape-to-Harvest Community Gardening

2024-09-23 00:07:32 UTC

This pilot program installs raised beds on asphalt, impermeable surfaces, contaminated land, and other areas where traditional in-ground gardening isn't feasible.

West End Community Center, Bucklin Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 00:14:05 UTC

The West End Community Center in Providence, RI, features a gym, classrooms, and outdoor spaces, offering programs like after-school activities, fitness classes, and community events for all ages.

West End Food Pantry

2024-09-23 00:18:24 UTC

The West End Community Center hosts a weekly food pantry Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 3 PM, offering fresh produce, canned goods, dairy, and meats to anyone in need of food assistance. Everyone is welcome!

West End Raíces Urban Farm

2024-09-23 00:33:45 UTC

Movement Education Outdoors manages a small urban farm in Providence’s West End, focusing on food growth and community. The "West End Raíces" program runs in two sessions each year: Spring (April-June) and Fall (September-November), each lasting 10 weeks. BIPOC youth ages 10-13 meet twice a week after school to cultivate the garden. Snacks, equipment, and stipends are provided, fostering community and leadership skills among young farmers.

Asa Messer Elementary School

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 18:13:30 UTC

Asa Messer is a K-5 public school in the PPSD. Asa Messer serves about 550 students.

West Broadway Middle School

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 18:15:49 UTC

West Broadway is a public 6-8 middle school in PPSD. West Broadway serves about 480 students.

Newcomer Academy

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 18:17:39 UTC

Newcomer Academy is a public 9-12 high school in PPSD. Newcomer Academy is school meant for MLL students who are "new" to the United States. Newcomer Academy currently serves about 200 students. The academy is located within the PCTA building.

Bradley School, Broadway, Providence, RI

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 18:19:53 UTC

The Bradley School is a private therapeutic school for students aged in middle school through 21. The Bradley School is associated with Bradley Hospital. The school currently serves around 150 students.

Providence Public Safety Complex, Washington Street, Providence, RI

lauren_do — 2024-09-23 21:00:16 UTC

Open Door Health, Central Street, Providence, RI

lauren_do — 2024-09-23 21:02:30 UTC

Planned Parenthood - Providence Health Center, Broad Street, Providence, RI

lauren_do — 2024-09-23 21:02:41 UTC

Women & Infants Hospital, Dudley Street, Providence, RI

lauren_do — 2024-09-23 21:03:05 UTC

TAPA: Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 21:03:11 UTC

TAPA is a charter 7-12 school which focuses on integrating arts into academics. TAPA serves about 200 students.

Providence Community Health Centers Express Clinic, Prairie Avenue, Providence, RI

lauren_do — 2024-09-23 21:03:46 UTC

Rhode Island State House, Smith Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:04:54 UTC

State of Rhode Island Department of Human Services - Office of Child Support Services, Dorrance Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:05:30 UTC

Rhode Island Free Clinic, Broad Street, Providence, RI

lauren_do — 2024-09-23 21:05:36 UTC

Nowell Academy

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 21:05:48 UTC

Nowell Academy is a charter high school 9-12 that serves students who are experiencing pregnancy or young motherhood. Nowell currently serves 160 students.

Rhode Island Housing, Washington Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:06:26 UTC

Providence City Hall, Dorrance Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:06:39 UTC

Rhode Island Hospital, Eddy Street, Providence, RI

lauren_do — 2024-09-23 21:06:59 UTC

Charette High School

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 21:07:13 UTC

Charette High School is a charter 9-12 school. Admission is through random lottery. Charette serves 170 students.

Providence Public School District, Westminster Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:07:39 UTC

Rhode Island Department of Health, Capitol Hill, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:08:11 UTC

Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul, Fenner Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:08:23 UTC

Rich population of catholic identifying individuals, around 45% of Providence identifies as Catholic, according to Providence Journal

Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth, and Families, Friendship Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:08:41 UTC

Providence Fire Department, Washington Street, Providence, RI

lauren_do — 2024-09-23 21:08:50 UTC

Village Green Virtual

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 21:09:09 UTC

Village Green Virtual is a charter 9-12 school. While the school is online, teachers are anchored in this building to help students with skills that are not mastered in the online curriculum. Village Green currently serves 225 students.

Providence Children's Museum, South Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:10:27 UTC

Community organization aimed to support children

Rhode Island Department of Administration, Capitol Hill, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:10:31 UTC

Rhode Island Department of Transportation, Capitol Hill, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:10:42 UTC

Paul Cuffee Middle School

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 21:10:55 UTC

Paul Cuffee Middle is a charter 6-8 school. Admission is by lottery. Paul Cuffee Middle currently serves 185 students.

RI Department of Education, Westminster Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:11:14 UTC

Secretary of State, Smith Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:11:29 UTC

AS220 Project Space Gallery, Mathewson Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:12:59 UTC

Nonprofit designed to provide accessible and affordable art supplies and opportunities to Providence Residents

Rhode Island Community Food Bank, Niantic Avenue, Providence, RI

lauren_do — 2024-09-23 21:13:16 UTC

Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College Charter High School (RINI)

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 21:13:32 UTC

Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College Charter High School is a charter 9-12 school that prepares students who are interested in the health care professions. Students take courses at local RI colleges. Admission is by application only. RINI serves 370 students.

Federal Hill House Association - Food Distribution Center, Swiss Street, Providence, RI

lauren_do — 2024-09-23 21:14:02 UTC

RI Department Of Environmental Management, Promenade Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:14:30 UTC

New Urban Arts, Westminster Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:15:16 UTC

New Urban Arts (NUA) is a welcoming community of high school students and adult mentors in Providence sharing space, skills, and resources to inspire creative expression

Johnson and Wales University

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 21:16:05 UTC

Johnson and Wales is a private 4 year college in Downtown Providence. JWU serves around 4000 undergraduates.

Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Richmond Street, Providence, RI

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 21:17:14 UTC

Brown University's Medical School is a private medical school in Downtown Providence. Brown Med serves around 460 students.

University of Rhode Island Providence Campus

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 21:18:40 UTC

Rhode Island Council for the Humanities, Washington Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:22:31 UTC

Rhode Island Humanities seeds, supports, and strengthens public history, cultural heritage, civic education, and community engagement by and for all Rhode Islanders

JWU Bridge for Diversity, Equity & Social Justice, Pine Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:25:28 UTC

JWU organization that aims to strengthen community equity through discussions and community organizations

Youth Build Providence

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 21:26:20 UTC

Youth Build is a hands on program which services people ages 16-24. They provide training with hands on skills and financial literacy.

The UCAP School, Carpenter Street, Providence, RI

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 21:27:54 UTC

The UCAP School is an independent 6-8 middle school. Admission is by application only. The UCAP School currently services 140 students.

Providence Transition Academy

elizabeth_wendel — 2024-09-23 21:29:06 UTC

The Providence Transition Academy services PPSD students with IEPs who are one year out of high school. The academy provides these students with hands on internships. The academy currently services 20 students.

Providence YMCA Youth Services, Broad Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:39:27 UTC

YMCA aiming to create community events and services for youth of Providence - often is an after school organization for Providence elementary school students

Providence Performing Arts Center, Weybosset Street, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:44:15 UTC

PPAC is an organization that puts on performances, plays, musicals, and shows for the public

Providence Place, Providence Place, Providence, RI

2024-09-23 21:46:28 UTC

Hub of shopping for Providence - also often a social setting

Jewelry District Neighborhood Association

kyra_corcoran — 2024-09-23 21:53:34 UTC

The Jewelry District Association is committed to building a strong community that promotes thoughtful development in the area. They prioritize a walkable, bikeable, and livable environment, making it inviting for both businesses and residents. The association offers pop-up events, grant opportunities, and Catalyst Convenings to support these initiatives.