Mission
The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget serves as an independent source of objective policy analysis on fiscal and economic matters. They regularly engage with policymakers, helping them develop and analyze proposals to improve the country’s fiscal condition while also acting as a watchdog to educate the public and assist journalists in understanding important fiscal developments.
Basic Information
Founded in
1981
EIN
52-1231278
Total Assets
$5.725 million
At a Glance

US Budget Watch 2024
A project designed to educate the public on the fiscal impact of presidential candidates’ proposals.

COVID Money Tracker
Track trillions of dollars in federal spending linked to the coronavirus pandemic.

Fix the Debt
Mobilizing Americans to urge policymakers to evaluate the rising national debt.
Past Events
Watch: The Fiscal Impact of the Harris and Trump Campaign Plans
2024-10-16
A discussion on the fiscal impact of the campaign plans of various presidential candidates.
2024 Budget Bash Reception
2024-09-18
An annual reception held to address important budgetary issues.
Watch: Checking in on the Medicare & Social Security Trust Funds – May 2024
2024-05-07
A briefing on the current state of Medicare and Social Security Trust Funds, highlighting concerns over insolvency.
2024 Fiscal Heroes Reception
2024-05-01
A reception honoring fiscal heroes that have made significant impacts in fiscal policy.
When the TCJA Expires: A Tax Policy Summit
2024-03-28
A summit examining the expiring provisions of the TCJA and what future tax policies should look like.
Our Programs

US Budget Watch 2024
A project designed to educate the public on the fiscal impact of presidential candidates' proposals.
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COVID Money Tracker
Tracks the financial decisions surrounding COVID-19 relief measures and spending.
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Health Savers Initiative
Works to identify policy proposals to make health care more affordable.
Learn MoreImpact Reports
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Overall Score
58
50
/100
Program Expense Ratio
82.93%
14
/20
Program Revenue Growth
-9.03%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.09051
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
1.162
12
/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 | 6.959M | 98.88% |
Program Services | 71.45K | 1.02% |
Investment Income | 5K | 0.07% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 2.045K | 0.03% |
Total Revenue | 7.038M | 100.00% |
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