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Action For Boston Community Development

Action For Boston Community Development

Boston, MA 02111
Tax ID04-2304133

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About this organization

Revenue

$198,951,770

Expenses

$195,319,591

Mission

The mission of Action for Boston Community Development, Inc. (ABCD) is to empower low-income people by providing them with the tools to overcome poverty, live with dignity, and achieve their full potential.

About

ABCD's energy programs keep vulnerable households safe in the life-threatening cold of New England winters through its fuel assistance program and make a dramatic contribution to reducing energy costs for low-income families in communities state-wide through its weatherization and conservation programs. Studies show that conservation improvements typically save 25-35 percent of winter heating bills. (Continued on Schedule O)

Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing

The non-profit's mission, as described in the filing, is “Abcd's mission is to empower disadvantaged people by providing them with the tools to overcome poverty, live with dignity and achieve their full potential.”.

When describing its duties, they were characterized as: “Action for boston community development's (abcd) mission is to combat poverty by promoting self-help for low-income people and neighborhoods.”.

  • The non-profit has complied with legal regulations by reporting their state of operation as MA.
  • The filing shows that the non-profit's address as of 2020 is 178 Tremont Street, Boston, MA, 02111.
  • As of 2020, the non-profit has reported a total of 1489 employees on their form.
  • Does not operate a hospital.
  • Does not operate a school.
  • Does not collect art.
  • Does not provide credit counseling.
  • Does not have foreign activities.
  • Is not a donor advised fund.
  • Is not a private foundation.
  • Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
  • Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
  • Revenue less expenses is $3,632,179.
  • The compensation of the CEO of the organization is subject to review and approval by an independent body.
  • The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
  • The organization has 50 independent voting members.
  • The organization was formed in 1962.
  • The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule B.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule J.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule O.
  • The organization engages in lobbying activities.
  • The organization pays $44,940,283 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
  • The organization pays $0 in fundraising expenses.
  • The organization has minutes of its meetings.
  • The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
  • The organization has fundraising events.
  • The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.

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