Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc
The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) is a Boston-based independent nonprofit that provides nonpartisan research and analysis of state budget and tax policies and economic issues affecting low- and moderate-income people in Massachusetts. Its stated mission is to advance equitable policy solutions that create an inclusive, thriving Commonwealth.
Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc at a glance
In short: Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc gave $369K across 18 grants in 2025 (avg $21K), mostly in Massachusetts. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $369,000
- -53.4% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 18
- -10.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $20,500
- -48.2% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $2,566,627
- -32.8% 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.
How to apply to Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 961390, Boston, MA 02196
Phone: (617) 426-1228
Website: https://massbudget.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Massachusetts Communities Action Network ($100K). Together the top 10 received $294K.
Grant Size Distribution
68 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 57 grants of 68 (84%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for filing year 2025 went to recipients in Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $103K (2020) to $904K (2022). In 2025 it made 18 grants totaling $369K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Communities Action Network Boston, MA | Delivering on Equity - Engagement for Tax Equity | $100,000 |
| Third Sector New England Boston, MA | Delivering on Equity - Engagement for Tax Equity | $100,000 |
| Boston Medical Center Boston, MA | Advocacy for tax credits that support families | $24,000 |
| Berkshire Interfaith Organizing Inc Pittsfield, MA | Delivering on Equity - Engagement for Tax Equity | $10,000 |
| Brockton Interfaith Association Inc Brockton, MA | Delivering on Equity-Engagement for Tax Equity | $10,000 |
| Brockton Workers Alliance Brockton, MA | Delivering on Equity - Engagement for Tax Equity | $10,000 |
| Essex County Community Organization Inc Lynn, MA | Delivering on Equty-Engagement for Tax Equity | $10,000 |
| Mass Voter Education Network Inc Roxbury, MA | Delivering on Equity - Engagement for Tax Equity | $10,000 |
| Pioneer Valley Project Inc Springfield, MA | Delivering on Equity-Engagement for Tax Equity | $10,000 |
| Resist Inc Somerville, MA | Delivering on Equity-Engagement for Tax Equity | $10,000 |
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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 | $2,566,627 | $1,687,580 | $2,747,438 | $369,000 | 18 | $45,911 |
| 2024 | $3,820,592 | $3,604,720 | $3,100,310 | $791,325 | 20 | $54,861 |
| 2023 | $3,384,012 | $2,577,989 | $2,860,260 | $692,750 | 5 | $16,727 |
| 2022 | $3,976,027 | $3,034,653 | $2,977,260 | $903,578 | 22 | $1,200 |
| 2021 | $3,360,889 | $3,539,190 | $2,001,887 | $114,332 | 3 | $3,858 |
| 2020 | $2,013,520 | $1,680,282 | $1,809,095 | $102,500 | 4 | $10,786 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
MassBudget’s website describes its work as research, analysis, and data-driven recommendations on state budgets, tax policy, and economic issues. Its stated focus includes improving the lives of low- and middle-income residents, strengthening the state’s economy, and supporting participation in policy decisions. The organization also describes work on budget transparency and timely analysis of proposed state budgets.
In 2025, grant purposes listed in the filing included “Delivering on Equity - Engagement for Tax Equity” and advocacy for tax credits that support families. Among the grantees, Massachusetts Communities Action Network describes itself as a faith and values organizing group focused on people, power, and change; Third Sector New England says it strengthens organizations working toward a just and equitable society. Other grantees describe work including accessible health services, support for movements for justice, organizing workers, and promoting advocacy in the Haitian community.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, MassBudget reported 18 grants totaling $369,000. Grant amounts ranged from $7,500 to $100,000, with a median of $10,000. Its two largest listed grants were $100,000 each to Massachusetts Communities Action Network and Third Sector New England, both for “Delivering on Equity - Engagement for Tax Equity.” Boston Medical Center received $24,000 for advocacy for tax credits that support families. Other listed $10,000 grants included awards to Berkshire Interfaith Organizing, Brockton Interfaith Association, Brockton Workers Alliance, Essex County Community Organization, Mass Voter Education Network, Pioneer Valley Project, Resist, True Alliance Center, and United Interfaith Action of Southeast Massachusetts; most were for tax-equity engagement.
The filing says MassBudget is familiar with the work of its grantees, confirms their current public charity status, and requires periodic reporting.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Alexandra Pineros-Shields as Board President. Listed directors include Bianca Sigh Ward, Branden Miles, Carol Kamin, Carolyn Chou, David Halbert, Dolores Thibault-Munoz, Eric Nakajima (director through December 31, 2025), Gisele C Shorter, and Glenn Parker, who is listed as director and treasurer.
Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc is led by Viviana Abreu-Herdandez, President since 2025 (on filings since 2024); 5 of 21 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Viviana Abreu-Herdandez
President
President Starting → President, 2025
On filings since 2024
35 hrs/week
$74K (2024) → $180K (2025)
Alexandra Pineros-Shields
Board President
Director & Board President → Director & Board Chair, 2024
Director & Board Chair → Board President, 2025
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Phineas Baxandall
Director Or Res & Policy
Interim President → President, 2024
President → Director Or Res & Policy, 2025
On filings since 2022
35 hrs/week
$104K (2022) → $123K (2025)
Jennifer Das
Communications Director
On filings since 2023
35 hrs/week
$110K (2023) → $128K (2025)
Chelsea Sedani
Director of Advocacy
On filings since 2024
35 hrs/week
$101K (2024) → $106K (2025)
Carol Kamin
Director
President → Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Glenn Parker
Director & Treasurer
Director → Director & Treasurer, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Dukakis
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Myron Miller
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Peter Enrich
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dolores Thibault-Munoz
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jacqueline Johnson
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Eric Nakajima
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bianca Sigh Ward
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Branden Miles
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Carolyn Chou
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Halbert
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gisele C Shorter
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark Martinez
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gregg Grenier
Vice President of Operations
On filings since 2023
35 hrs/week
$114K (2023) → $131K (2025)
Marlishia Aho
Vice President & Clerk
Director → Director, Clerk & Vice Chai, 2024
Director, Clerk & Vice Chai → Vice President & Clerk, 2025
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (18)
- Former: Colin Jones (2024) — Dep Policy Director
- Former: Beth Kontos (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Kalila Barnett (2020–2023) — Director, Clerk & Vice Chai
- Former: Marie-Frances Rivera (2020–2023) — President
- Former: Eliza Lake (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Maria Rosario (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Carolyn Villers (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Imari Paris Jeffries (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Jordan Berg Powers (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Max Page (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Nancy Wagman (2020–2022) — Kids Count & Research Director
- Former: Segun Idowu (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Keith Fairey (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Reginauld Williams (2022) — Communications Director
- Former: Clare Higgins (2020) — Treasurer
- Former: FayeRuth Fisher (2020) — Director
- Former: Maria Elena Letona (2020) — Clerk
- Former: Michael Curry (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 $180K, to Viviana Abreu-Herdandez (President). 5 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc
How much does Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc give each year?
Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc gave $369K across 18 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $791K across 20 grants.
What is Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc's typical grant size?
Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc's median grant in 2025 was $10,000, and its average grant was $20,500, across 18 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc give grants?
Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc gives mostly in Massachusetts: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Boston, MA (5 grants), Brockton, MA (2 grants) and Roxbury, MA (2 grants).
Does Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 18 grants with a stated purpose on Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Delivering on Equity - Engagement for Tax Equity" (14 grants).
Who are Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc's largest grantees?
Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Massachusetts Communities Action Network ($100,000), Third Sector New England ($100,000) and Boston Medical Center ($24,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 61% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc?
Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc reported $2.6M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.7M.
What does Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc fund?
MassBudget’s website describes its work as research, analysis, and data-driven recommendations on state budgets, tax policy, and economic issues. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc?
Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check massbudget.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc's EIN?
Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-2967537. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS August 10, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 5, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS September 22, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS June 28, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS June 25, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS June 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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