Research for Grantmakers
Philanthropy Massachusetts can assist Members with a wide range of philanthropic research services. Whether you are seeking comps on salaries/benefits, a list of all 501(c)(3) organizations in a region, an understanding of peers that are funding in a particular topic, or a host of other questions, we can help.

We have access to resources such as:
- GuideStar Pro
- Foundation Directory - Professional Level
- Foundation Maps
- Philanthropy MA Giving Report 2020
- Compensation Reports from Council on Foundations, Guidestar (Candid), and Exponent Philanthropy
- Listservs such as the Grantmakers for Effective Philanthropy GEOList
- To inquire about a research question, please email research@philanthropyma.org
- Members receive a 10% discount off Impala grants research products. Contact Kelton Artuso, Associate Director of Programs, to access this benefit: kartuso@philanthropyma.org