The University of Connecticut School of Public Policy is proud to announce the launch of the Connecticut Nonprofit Asset Mapping Tool, an innovative, interactive digital platform designed to help nonprofit leaders, policymakers, researchers, and community stakeholders visualize and access comprehensive data about 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations across Connecticut.
This comprehensive database was developed by the UConn School of Public Policy with support from the State of Connecticut’s Legislative Education Committee. Professor Mohamad Alkadry, and David Garvey, Director of Nonprofit Outreach and Adjunct Professor at the School of Public Policy, oversaw the project.
Key Highlights of the Connecticut Nonprofit Asset Mapping Tool:
Comprehensive Database: Highlights thousands of registered nonprofits and foundations, complete with mission statements, program descriptions, financial data (revenue, assets, expenses), and contact details.
IRS 990 Forms: Includes downloadable PDF versions of each organization’s most recent publicly available IRS Form 990.
Census Overlays: Features socio-economic overlays, such as poverty rates, unemployment, and education levels, from U.S. Census data to contextualize community needs.
Advanced Search and Filtering: Enables users to search by mission area, geographic region, or other criteria, and to visually assess via the mapping tool where services exist and where gaps remain.
User-Verified Listings: Nonprofits may update their own listings to ensure data accuracy and relevance.
Nonprofit organizations can use the tool to identify potential collaborators, benchmark peers, and ensure their own visibility within the state. “We hope that this tool will contribute to the capacity of nonprofits to collaborate together and enhance their ability to meet the needs of residents in the State,” said Professor Alkadry. “Policymakers and state agencies can also gain insights into service coverage, identify gaps in services and track community outcomes for more informed decision-making, while researchers and funders can easily assess trends and identify high-impact geographic areas” he further noted.
Angela Eikenberry, Director of the UConn School of Public Policy added, “This project is yet another example of the impact of the School of Public Policy and the ongoing contributions our School faculty make that can enhance the well-being of people and public and nonprofit organizations in the State of Connecticut. We are proud to serve the State through our community engagement, teaching, and research.”
The mapping tool is readily available on the School of Public Policy’s website under the “Engagement” tab. An introductory tutorial video takes users through the key features and functionalities of the tool. A simple registration process will unlock the full functionality of all features of the mapping tool.
UConn’s School of Public Policy is committed to building equitable, data-driven solutions to strengthen Connecticut communities. The Asset Mapping Tool represents SPP’s dedication to public service and collaborative impact.