2025-2026 Design Catalyst

Applications are open for the Design Catalyst Program

Are you a design professional based in Rhode Island looking to grow your business? If you're committed to making your creative practice more sustainable, the Design Catalyst Program is for you.

Applications are open now for DESIGNxRI's next round of workforce training, The Design Catalyst Program, which is specifically structured to support emerging designers (print, web, ux, audio, etc) by providing access to education, mentorship, and peer-to-peer dialogue.

Low-to-Moderate income participants can participate free of charge, and may also qualify for seed funding. This years' program will run in Newport (October - December) and continue in Providence (January - May).

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Open to all Rhode Island-based design professionals (no income restrictions to apply)

Evening classes designed to accommodate working professionals

Business education, professional development workshops, peer learning, financial coaching, and mentorship from industry experts

Participants from low- to moderate-income backgrounds participate free of charge and are eligible to apply for business growth grants (a separate grant application may be required)

Join the info session on Thursday, July 10 at 6pm
Applications are open until August 4.
Learn more and apply here.