Community Labor United Inc
Community Labor United's mission is to drive forward strategic campaigns with grassroots organizations and labor unions that stabilize and strengthen working-class families and communities of color in greater boston. Through a program of coalition building, research and policy development, public education, and grassroots mobilization, we advance policies that promote quality jobs, secure healthcare, affordable housing, and environmental justice for all.
Community Labor United Inc at a glance
In short: Community Labor United Inc gave $235K across 4 grants in 2025 (avg $59K), mostly in Massachusetts. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $235,300
- +239.4% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 4
- +100.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $58,825
- +69.7% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $38,250
- Total assets
- $1,988,016
- -13.4% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Community Labor United Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 4 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Alternatives for Community and Environment ($150K). Together the top 4 received $235K.
Grant Size Distribution
6 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 4 grants of 6 (67%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 4 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2024 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $69K (2024) to $235K (2025). In 2025 it made 4 grants totaling $235K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alternatives for Community and Environment Boston, MA | Community Assistance | $150,000 |
| SEIU Education and Support Fund Northampton, MA | Community Assistance | $65,000 |
| Brookview House Inc Dorchester, MA | Community Assistance | $11,500 |
| Worcester Community Action Council Cambridge, MA | Community Assistance | $8,800 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,988,016 | $1,258,415 | $1,449,027 | $235,300 | 4 | $74,786 |
| 2024 | $2,295,824 | $1,428,077 | $1,982,630 | $69,326 | 2 | $2,405 |
About Community Labor United Inc
Based on IRS filings
Community Labor United Inc is a public charity focused on Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy, based in Boston, MA. IRS filing data is available from 2024 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $2.0M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 4 grants totaling $235K. Net investment income was $75K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Community Labor United Inc is led by Darlene Lombos, President, Chair & Secretary on every filing since 2024; 2 of 12 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Darlene Lombos
President, Chair & Secretary
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Natalicia Tracy
Executive Director
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Darrin Howell
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jorge Rivera
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Karen Chen
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Maude Hurd
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dalida Rocha
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Renee Dozier
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Yesenia Alfaro
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Clauson
Former Interim Executive Director
Interim Executive Director From Jan → Former Interim Executive Director, 2025
On filings since 2024
40 hrs/week
$94K (2025)
Robert Bower
Former Senior Political Strategist
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$114K (2025)
Dwaign Tyndal
Treasurer
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Ethan Snow (2024) — Director
- Former: Lee Matsueda (2024) — Former Executive Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $114K, to Robert Bower (Former Senior Political Strategist). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Community Labor United Inc
How much does Community Labor United Inc give each year?
Community Labor United Inc gave $235K across 4 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $69K across 2 grants.
What is Community Labor United Inc's typical grant size?
Community Labor United Inc's median grant in 2025 was $38,250, and its average grant was $58,825, across 4 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Community Labor United Inc give grants?
Community Labor United Inc gives mostly in Massachusetts: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there.
Does Community Labor United Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 4 grants with a stated purpose on Community Labor United Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Community Assistance" (4 grants).
How large is Community Labor United Inc?
Community Labor United Inc reported $2.0M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.3M.
What is Community Labor United Inc?
Community Labor United Inc is a public charity focused on Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy, based in Boston, MA. It holds $2.0M in total assets as of 2025.
What is Community Labor United Inc's EIN?
Community Labor United Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-3404034. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS November 10, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2024–2025
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