Think Tanks: Foundations and Research Institutes : Economic

Founded in 1999, the center's purpose is "to promote democratic debate on the most important economic and social issues that affect people's lives.”

The Center was founded in 1981 to analyze federal budget priorities, with particular emphasis on the impact of various budget choices on low-income Americans.

Founded in 1986 "to broaden the discussion about economic policy to include the interests of low- and middle-income workers.”

Founded in 1942, the committee is “dedicated to policy research on major economic and social issues and the implementation of its recommendations by the public and private sectors.” Membership consists of senior corporate executives and university leaders.

Founded in 1981 and "devoted to the study of international economic policy.”

A joint venture of the Urban Institute and Brookings Institution to provide “timely, accessible analysis and facts about tax policy to policymakers, journalists, citizens, and researchers.”

Affiliated with George Mason University, the center's mission is "to generate knowledge and understanding of how institutions affect the freedom to prosper and find creative solutions to overcome barriers that prevent individuals from living free, prosperous, and peaceful lives.”