The Technical Assistance
TAC IS A NATIONAL ORGANIZATION THAT WORKS TO ACHIEVE POSITIVE OUTCOMES ON BEHALF OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND PEOPLE WHO ARE HOMELESS BY PROVIDING STATE-OF-THE ART INFORMATION, CAPACITY BUILDING, AND TECHNICAL EXPERTISE TO ORGANIZATION AND POLICYMAKERS IN THE AREAS OF MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE ABUSE, HUMAN SERVICES, AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$10.4M
+7.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.0M
Grant Count
20
Avg Grant Size
$99K
About The Technical Assistance
Based on IRS filings
The Technical Assistance is a nonprofit organization focused on Economically disadvantaged people, based in BOSTON, MA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $10.4M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 20 grants totaling $2.0M. Net investment income was $232K.
Ready to take the next step with The Technical Assistance?
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $10,418,483 | $9,698,605 | $9,738,074 |
| Revenue | $17,168,882 | $12,946,278 | $13,037,138 |
| Expenses | $17,191,674 | $12,954,621 | $12,844,278 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $231,578 | $105,314 | $245,025 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
20 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Justice Resource Institute ($353,346), Children's Services of Roxbury ($216,278), Behavioral Health Network ($170,001).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| JUSTICE RESOURCE INSTITUTE NEEDHAM, MA | RESPITE GRANT FUNDS FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS OF YOUTH RECEIVING INTENSIVE CARE COORDINATION OR RECEIVING AT HOME THERAPY AS PART OF INTENSIVE HOSPITAL DIVERSION PROGRAMS | $353,346 |
| COMMUNITY CONUSELING OF BRISTOL COUNTY TAUNTON, MA | RESPITE GRANT FUNDS FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS OF YOUTH | $35,078 |
| BAMSI BROCKTON, MA | RESPITE GRANT FUNDS FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS OF YOUTH | $35,889 |
| YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES UPHELD INC WORCESTER, MA | RESPITE GRANT FUNDS FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS OF YOUTH | $39,667 |
| BAY STATE COMMUNITY SERVICES QUINCY, MA | RESPITE GRANT FUNDS FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS OF YOUTH | $56,468 |
| NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC CHELSEA, MA | RESPITE GRANT FUNDS FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS OF YOUTH | $66,734 |
| CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES NEW BEDFORD NEW BEDFORD, MA | RESPITE GRANT FUNDS FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS OF YOUTH | $71,778 |
| ELIOT COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES LEXINGTON, MA | RESPITE GRANT FUNDS FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS OF YOUTH | $72,723 |
| THE HOME FOR LITTLE WANDERERS BOSTON, MA | RESPITE GRANT FUNDS FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS OF YOUTH | $80,279 |
| THE BRIEN CENTER FOR MEHTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES PITTSFIELD, MA | RESPITE GRANT FUNDS FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS OF YOUTH | $89,723 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALTHEA ARNOLD | BOARD MEMBER | 0.5 | — |
| GEORGE BRICE | BOARD MEMBER | 0.5 | — |
| DAVID ENG | BOARD MEMBER | 0.5 | — |
| AARON GORNSTEIN | BOARD MEMBER | 0.5 | — |
| CAREN HOWARD | BOARD MEMBER | 0.5 | — |
| KEVIN MARTONE | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & PRESI | 40 | $230,222 |
| MARIE HERB | MANAGING DIRECTOR & VICE P | 40 | $187,600 |
| JOHN ABBOTT | DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS OPERA | 40 | $180,897 |
| JAMES YATES | DIRECTOR | 40 | $150,815 |
| LISA SLOANE | DIRECTOR | 40 | $157,039 |
| LAMONT GREEN | DIRECTOR | 40 | $180,960 |
| REBECCA BOSS | SR. CONSULTANT | 40 | $166,062 |
| DAYANA SIMONS | SR. CONSULTANT | 40 | $170,181 |
| FRANCINE ARIENTI | DIRECTOR | 40 | $136,248 |
| LAURA CONRAD | SR CONSULTANT | 40 | $143,603 |
| DOUGLAS TETRAULT | SR CONSULTANT | 40 | $133,506 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Technical Assistance?
The Technical Assistance is a nonprofit organization focused on Economically disadvantaged people, based in BOSTON, MA. It holds $10.4M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is The Technical Assistance?
As of 2024, The Technical Assistance holds $10.4M in total assets with $17.2M in annual revenue. It awarded 20 grants totaling $2.0M in 2024.
Where does The Technical Assistance operate?
The Technical Assistance has awarded grants in Massachusetts.
What size grants does The Technical Assistance award?
In 2024, The Technical Assistance awarded 20 grants totaling $2.0M — an average of about $99K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is The Technical Assistance's EIN?
The Technical Assistance's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-3181028. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in The Technical Assistance's focus areas in our free grants database
Related Funders
Similar funders by location and focus area
Conservation Food and Health Foundation
BOSTON, MA
Assets
$14.6M
Grants
49
Total Given
$2.2M
Charles J Tasker Memorial Scholarship Fund
HANOVER, MA
Assets
$98K
Grants
1
Total Given
$8K
The Bulens Family Foundation
WELLESLEY, MA
Assets
$3.0M
Grants
68
Total Given
$956K
Marshall M & Barbara J Sloane Pvt Found
CHESTNUT HILL, MA
Assets
$1.2M
Grants
11
Total Given
$75K
John J Mcardle Iii & Joan C Mcardle
ANDOVER, MA
Assets
$1.8M
Grants
13
Total Given
$205K
Massachusetts Association of Realtors
FOXBOROUGH, MA
Assets
$18.1M
Grants
2
Total Given
$71K
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
What could you do with The Technical Assistance on Grantable?
- Assess strategic fit with your organization
- Draft a tailored letter of inquiry
- Find open RFPs from this funder
- Monitor for new funding opportunities
Go from researching The Technical Assistance to a real strategy.