Background information on your Community Organization
In addition to searching the databases listed under the first tab, explore the following resources:
- The Boston Indicators ProjectThe Boston Indicators Project is a source for local statistics and analysis of the role of nonprofits in communities in the surrounding area.
- Nonprofit Explorer: Research Tax-Exempt OrganizationsSearch for IRS 990 Filings by institution or keyword, State, Major nonprofit categories, or Org. Type. ProPublica.
Demographic Information on Your Community
- Explore Census DataUnited States Census Bureau.
- American Community SurveySee the Selected Social Characteristics section. Use the filters to limit by region.
- Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA)"The Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) is the planning and economic development agency for the City of Boston."
Newspaper Sources
- Boston Globe (1980 - present) This link opens in a new windowBrowse by issue [Content is updated daily by 8 a.m.]:
- ProQuest US Newsstream This link opens in a new windowNational and local newspapers, newswires, blogs, and news sites' transcripts including U.S. major dailies, CNN, Meet the Press and hundred's more. Current coverage and back files will vary.
Also, explore the research guide for Newspapers:
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Newspapers
by Diane Zydlewski Last Updated Sep 6, 2023 353 views this year