$648.2M
Brown spent in local purchasing and procurement, strengthening the local economy through partnerships with Rhode Island-based businesses and suppliers.
Community Engagement
Brown's Community Engagement Agenda
Brown's Community Engagement Agenda
Two years ago, Brown launched the Community Engagement Agenda: A Call to Partnership and Action, focused on strengthening support and infrastructure for community-engaged research, teaching, service and partnerships across Providence, Rhode Island and beyond. Through this coordinated engagement infrastructure, Brown advances community thriving while deepening academic and institutional excellence.
We invite you to discover the impact of this collaborative work by exploring our progress across central themes:
Evidence of Progress
By the Numbers
Since the Community Engagement Agenda was launched:
$58.3M
Brown provided voluntary payments in community contributions tothe City of Providence.
$3M
Brown committed $50 million over 10 years to workforce development initiatives that support economic opportunity and strengthen Rhode Island communities, with the first $3 million awarded in 2026.
Partnership in Action
An update on Brown University's Community Engagement Agenda
Contributing Departments and Units
The progress highlighted in the Community Engagement Agenda update reflects the collaboration and shared commitment of many departments, centers, institutes and administrative units across Brown University.
To request a PDF version of this evidence repository or contribute additional content, contact us at engage@brown.edu.