PROVIDENCE, R.I. — On June 17,2024, Governor Dan McKee and Secretary of Commerce Liz Tanner announced the recipients of new mini grant awards under the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation’s Placemaking Initiative.
The RI Rebounds Placemaking Initiative is a statewide effort to support businesses in the tourism and hospitality industries. The mini grants, approved by the RI Commerce Corporation’s Board of Directors on June 10, will fund activities, events, and programs, aimed at attracting visitors and are held outdoors, or in public spaces, during the summer months.
“We are proud to announce these awards for events which celebrate Rhode Island’s rich history, arts, and culture.” said Governor Dan McKee. “We know that when we bring people together in communities across the state, we showcase all that makes the Ocean State so great and empower our cities and towns to succeed.”
