Mission
As the largest housing provider in Boston, the Boston Housing Authority (BHA) is committed to improving the quality of life in the city through the provision of affordable housing. They actively work to create stable, sustainable communities while addressing systemic inequalities in housing, health, education, and employment for Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC). BHA oversees public housing and Section 8 housing choice voucher programs, housing more than 34,000 people.
Basic Information
Founded in
2009
EIN
35-2371923
Total Assets
$8.439 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Community Engagement Initiatives
BHA connects residents to programs for economic mobility.

Public Safety Enhancements
Revitalized police department working closely with communities.

Affordable Housing Developments
Recent upgrades and additions to public housing facilities.
Impact Stats
Number of Individuals Housed
Housing Assistance
BHA houses more than 34,000 individuals under various programs.
Public Housing Units Managed
Public Housing Developments
BHA manages approximately 10,000 rental units of public housing across the city.
Section 8 Vouchers Issued
Section 8 Vouchers
Administers around 14,979 Tenant-Based Section 8 vouchers.
Past Events
Grand Opening of West Newton/Rutland Apartments
Nov 15, 2024
BHA and City officials celebrated the opening of new affordable housing in the South End.
Participatory Budgeting Initiative Launch
Jul 26, 2024
First City-Wide Participatory Budgeting Initiative was announced.
Active Summer for Stronger BHA Police
Sep 11, 2024
Celebration for the successful revitalization of the BHA Police Department.
Upcoming Events
Future of BHA Event
Oct 15, 2024
Discussion for all BHA residents around the future vision of BHA.
Learn MoreMonitoring Committee Meeting
Dec 01, 2024
Public meeting to discuss ongoing developments and concerns.
Learn MoreOur Programs

BHA First Home Program
A program offering down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers.
Learn More
Family Self Sufficiency Program
Assists voucher participants towards economic independence.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Resident Advisory Board
Opportunities for residents to advocate and advise on housing programs.
Learn MoreVolunteer Interpreters Program
Help provide language assistance to non-English speaking residents.
Learn MoreMIP Score (Beta)
The MIP Score is in beta! We'd love any feedback you may have.
The MIP Score and it's methodology is purely used as a way to visualize how a nonprofits public financial data compares against others. It doesn't reflect the unique circumstances and impact that a nonprofit has.The MIP Score should never be used to say one charity is better than another.
Overall Score
45
28
/100
Program Expense Ratio
94.08%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0
2
/20
Working Capital Ratio
156.9
2
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 0 | 0.00% |
Program Services | 440K | 98.60% |
Investment Income | 6.234K | 1.40% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 446.2K | 100.00% |
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