Center on Budget and Policy Priorities

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The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on policy initiatives aimed at improving the economic well-being of low- and moderate-income individuals and families. In 2024, the organization distributed $10.7 million across 157 grantees, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals; grant opportunities are available by invitation only, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement approach. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the Center can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
Conducting research and analysis to help promote greater public understanding of budget policies.
Cause Areas
1
Public affairs
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

The Commonwealth Institute for
$5.1M
5%
POLICY MATTERS OHIO
$5M
5%
COLORADO FISCAL INSTITUTE
$4.6M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
148
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$62.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Center on Budget and Policy Priorities?
No. Center on Budget and Policy Priorities does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Center on Budget and Policy Priorities give?
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, North Carolina, and Georgia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Center on Budget and Policy Priorities’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Center on Budget and Policy Priorities fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Center on Budget and Policy Priorities make each year?
In 2024, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities awarded about 150 grants, totaling nearly $10.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Center on Budget and Policy Priorities fund recently?
In 2024, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities awarded grants to about 160 grantees. Recent grantees include The Commonwealth Institute for, POLICY MATTERS OHIO, and COLORADO FISCAL INSTITUTE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Center on Budget and Policy Priorities?
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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