The ‘Take It Outside‘ Initiative was created to encourage and increase outdoor commerce and reduce the transmission rate of COVID-19.
The Town of Bristol awarded $100,000 in supplies and assistance to twenty-two (22) local businesses. Support included procuring and distributing equipment such as heating lamps, fuel, tents, and string lights.
Program News

Bristol Expands Business Eligibility for Propane Assistance Program
BRISTOL, RI- On Friday, January 22nd, 2021, the Town of Bristol announced that it was expanding its propane fuel assistance…
Bristol Announces Supplemental Award for Take It Outside Recipients
BRISTOL, RI- On Monday, November 9th, 2020, the Town of Bristol announced supplemental assistance for all Take It Outside awardees….
Bristol Announces Round Two Award Recipients for the Take It Outside Program
BRISTOL, RI– Today, the Town of Bristol and Bristol Merchants Association (BMA) announced an additional 7 recipients of awards through…
Bristol Announces Round One Award Recipients for the Take It Outside Program
BRISTOL, RI- Today, the Town of Bristol and Bristol Merchants Association (BMA) announced recipients of awards totaling more than $60,000…