The Economic Progress Institute

The Economic Progress Institute We advocate for policies that improve economic security and opportunity for Rhode Islanders! While the name changed, the mission did not.

The Economic Progress Institute - formerly The Poverty Institute - is a nonpartisan research and policy organization dedicated to improving the economic well-being of low- and modest-income Rhode Islanders. Since the organization was founded by Linda Katz and the late Nancy Gewirtz in 1999, it has become a respected authority on issues impacting the economic vitality of our residents and our state

. The Institute changed its name in 2012 to better reflect the reality that it has become an advocate not only for those living in poverty, but for the growing number of middle-income Rhode Islanders struggling to make ends meet. The Board and staff also wanted a name that is aspirational and speaks to what we stand for.....creating opportunities and economic progress for all Rhode Islanders. The Institute is still a powerful and informed voice for low- and modest-income Rhode Islanders.

06/26/2026

After a busy legislative session, the EPI team will be out of the office next week to rest and recharge.

While we’re away, explore EPI’s Top 10 Rhode Island Beaches, soak up the sunshine, and enjoy your summer! 🌊🏖️

We’ll see you soon!

Before you head off to enjoy summer, explore EPI’s Top 20 Legislative Wins of 2026 and see what we achieved together thi...
06/26/2026

Before you head off to enjoy summer, explore EPI’s Top 20 Legislative Wins of 2026 and see what we achieved together this legislative session.

On Wednesday, we celebrated these accomplishments at our Wrap-Up Celebration with the advocates, coalition partners, legislators, and community members who helped make them possible.

From a new millionaire’s tax and Rhode Island’s first permanent Child Tax Credit to investments in child care, healthcare, public transit, and stronger support for families and immigrant communities, these wins show what’s possible when people come together.

📄 Read the Top 20 Wins: https://bit.ly/4xQPq2y
📸 Check out more photos from the Wrap-Up Celebration in our Facebook album: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BLDok2JTw/?mibextid=wwXIfr

We hope you enjoy this recap, and have a wonderful summer! ☀️

06/26/2026
06/24/2026

TODAY, WE CELEBRATE!

Join us at the Gather Farm as we celebrate the 2026 Legislative Session Wrap-Up and the people who made this year’s policy wins possible.

📍 Gather Farm
🕠 5:30 PM

Haven’t RSVP’d yet? There’s still time—we’d love to see you there!

RSVP Link: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/JsdbHG6C3eumPUWEcSPj8g

06/23/2026

Tomorrow’s the day! 🎉

See you tomorrow at Gather Farm at 5:30 PM for EPI’s 2026 Legislative Session Wrap-Up Celebration!

Gracias a los que pidieron una versión en español. ¡Por favor, compárta!Thanks to those who asked for a Spanish version....
06/17/2026

Gracias a los que pidieron una versión en español. ¡Por favor, compárta!

Thanks to those who asked for a Spanish version. Please share.

06/16/2026

The wins. The people. The partnerships.

Join us on June 24 as we celebrate a year of advocacy and progress—and reveal EPI’s list of the year’s biggest policy wins.

📍 Gather Farm, Johnston
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM

RSVP for free: https://bit.ly/4omRvPm

🚨 Rhode Island SNAP UpdateThousands of Rhode Islanders have recently lost SNAP benefits due to the One Big Beautiful Bil...
06/15/2026

🚨 Rhode Island SNAP Update
Thousands of Rhode Islanders have recently lost SNAP benefits due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA or H.R.1). If your benefits were closed, you may still be able to get them reinstated.

06/12/2026

Some highlights from today’s FY 2027 Budget Signing.

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