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Boston business and community development organizations

There are 1,935 business associations and community development organizations in the greater Boston metro area, including the cities of Boston, Cambridge, Framingham, Newton, and Waltham. Combined, these Boston metro business and community development organizations employ 6,629 people, earn more than $2 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $9 billion.
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Types of business and community development organizations in Boston

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Business and industry associations
 
957
 
$770,534,724
Trade / professional associations and chambers of commerce
 
625
 
$373,167,607
Community service clubs and organizations
 
390
 
$60,991,975
Community development corporations
 
266
 
$128,770,158
Real estate organizations
 
182
 
$238,375,108
Economic development organizations
 
127
 
$291,593,105
Urban development organizations
 
63
 
$137,155,025
Nonprofit management organizations
 
57
 
$392,157,236
Small business development organizations
 
45
 
$50,989,139
Organizations supporing multiple business and community development organizations
 
28
 
$1,607,648
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Job trends for Boston business and community development organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
396
1-10
 
235
11-25
 
60
26-100
 
49
101 to 1,000
 
8
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of business and community development organizations in Boston

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
718
$250k to $1M
 
235
$1M to $5M
 
151
$5M to $25M
 
60
$25M to $100M
 
6
$100M+
 
2
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Directory of business and community development organizations in Boston

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Greater Lawrence Community Action Council (GLCAC)

Greater Lawrence Community Action Council (GLCAC) is a social services nonprofit assisting 29,000 people annually with needs ranging from fuel assistance to early education.
Revenue
$44.0m
Assets
$20.3m
Employees
357
EIN
04-2397449
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Massachusetts Association of Realtors

MA Association of Realtors provides educational programs and services for real estate practitioners, promoting positive professional image and property rights.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$17.5m
Employees
16
EIN
04-1591030
IRS type
501(c)(6)

International Association of Privacy Professionals

The Association of Privacy Professionals offers professional certifications in privacy, as well as conferences, seminars and other educational opportunities to keep professionals up-to-date on the latest privacy trends.
Revenue
$62.9m
Assets
$112.7m
Employees
297
EIN
23-3048008
IRS type
501(c)(6)

NAIOP Massachusetts (NAIOP)

NAIOP Massachusetts is the leading voice representing the interests of the real estate industry including developers, owners and other professionals engaged in real estate development, investment and ownership in the Commonwealth.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$2.2m
Employees
5
EIN
04-2771582
IRS type
501(c)(6)

The Workers Compensation Rating and Inspection Bureau of Massachusetts

A non-profit association of insurers licensed as a rating organization for workers' compensation insurance and serving as the statistical agent in MA.
Revenue
$15.9m
Assets
$10.5m
Employees
55
EIN
04-1591010
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Northeast Gas Association (NGA)

To promote and enhance the safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible delivery of natural gas to customers in the region, and to advocate for the industry from production to delivery.
Revenue
$19.3m
Assets
$14.9m
Employees
28
EIN
04-1662000
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Massachusetts Bar Association (MBA)

Massachusetts Bar Association (MBA) is a non-profit organization that serves the legal profession and the public by promoting the administration of justice, legal education, professional excellence and respect for the law.
Revenue
$4.4m
Assets
$25.4m
Employees
68
EIN
04-1589785
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Associated Industries of Massachusetts

AIM advocates for Massachusetts employers and promotes prosperity through legislative and regulatory activities, located in Boston.
Revenue
$6.5m
Assets
$11.7m
Employees
57
EIN
04-1045830
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Associated General Contractors of Ma

Associated General Contractors of Ma educates its membership in legislation, safety, finance, HR, labor relations and other relevant areas with a mission to promote safety and construction knowledge.
Revenue
$2.3m
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
6
EIN
04-1045805
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Cooperative Credit Union Association (CCUA)

The Cooperative Credit Union Association is the nation's newest credit union trade group, but its heritage includes the oldest continually operating trade group in the United States.
Revenue
$5.2m
Assets
$11.2m
Employees
26
EIN
04-3403594
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce is an independent, non-profit organization that is the convener, voice and advocate of their diverse and collaborative membership who drive the region's success.
Revenue
$8.4m
Assets
$13.0m
Employees
47
EIN
04-1103090
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Downtown Boston Business Improvement District

The Downtown Boston Business Improvement District (BID) was created by property owners committed to achieving the district's full potential as a premier and vibrant destination.
Revenue
$3.7m
Assets
$5.2m
Employees
15
EIN
27-3596446
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Retailers Association of Massachusetts (RAM)

Retailers Association of Massachusetts provide our members with valuable regulatory and policy briefings, money saving tools, and highly-effective representation on Beacon Hill.
Revenue
$4.6m
Assets
$4.6m
Employees
8
EIN
04-2311993
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Greater Boston Real Estate Board

A not-for-profit organization advocating, educating, and serving the real estate industry in fostering ethical standards since 1889.
Revenue
$7.8m
Assets
$11.1m
Employees
32
EIN
04-1107040
IRS type
501(c)(6)

A Better City

A Better City is a diverse group of business leaders united around a common goal, to enhance Boston and the region's economic health, competitiveness, vibrancy, sustainability and quality of life.
Revenue
$2.5m
Assets
$3.0m
Employees
16
EIN
04-3036987
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Boston Bar Association

Boston Bar Association: Advancing excellence for lawyers, facilitating access to justice, serving the community through education, diversity initiatives and legal services.
Revenue
$4.9m
Assets
$8.4m
Employees
39
EIN
04-2164774
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Massachusetts Health and Hospital Association

Leading voice for Massachusetts hospitals and healthcare systems, advancing accessible healthcare to promote good health of individuals and communities.
Revenue
$13.7m
Assets
$19.4m
Employees
49
EIN
04-2106700
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Oasis Open

OASIS promotes industry consensus and produces worldwide standards for security, Internet of Things, cloud computing, energy, content technologies, emergency management, and other areas.
Revenue
$3.3m
Assets
$2.6m
Employees
14
EIN
25-1720375
IRS type
501(c)(6)

New England Council (NEC)

The Council is a non-partisan alliance of businesses, academic and health institutions, and public and private organizations throughout New England formed to promote economic growth and a high quality of life in the New England region.
Revenue
$5.2m
Assets
$14.4m
Employees
16
EIN
04-1661090
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Boston Society of Architects (BSA)

Boston Society of Architects/AIA is committed to professional development for their members, advocacy on behalf of great design, and sharing an appreciation for the built environment with the public at large.
Revenue
$2.8m
Assets
$12.0m
Employees
21
EIN
04-2448949
IRS type
501(c)(6)
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This category corresponds to the "S00: Community Improvement, Capacity Building: General" National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) code. Cause IQ determines NTEEs for organizations by its own internally-developed secret-sauce algorithms.
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