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Community Development Providence, RI EIN 050258809 · IRS Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
61/100 · methodology

About Brown University of Providence

Brown is a leading research university, home to world-renowned faculty and also an innovative educational institution where the curiosity, creativity and intellectual joy of students drives academic excellence.

Founded
Headquarters
Providence, RI
Foundation type
School (170(b)(1)(A)(ii))
NTEE code
S412
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
major

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1971

Mission

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Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Community Development · NTEE S412
SDG alignment The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the global agenda for ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity by 2030. We tag each charity to the goals its work advances.
SDG 11 SDG 11 · Sustainable Cities and Communities Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar community development in United States
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 0.14%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 61
Peer average: 90

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
OFAC / EU / UN sanctions
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Brown University of Providence is a registered community development nonprofit based in Providence, RI, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1764 and has been operating for 262 years. Its EIN is 050258809. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 90/100 for community development charities in United States. The organization reports $2.2B in annual revenue. 221 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Brown University of Providence has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 61 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for community development charities in United States is 90/100.

Brown University of Providence is located in Providence, RI, United States. The organization was established in 1764 and has been active for 262 years. Its registered address is Controllers Office-Box J, United States.

Based on official tax filings, Brown University of Providence has $2.2B in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $3M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Brown University of Providence is classified as a Community Development organization, registered in United States. It operates as a School (170(b)(1)(A)(ii)). By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has $2.2B in annual revenue. The organization has 221 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Brown University of Providence. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

Brown University of Providence has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the IRS. Visit the Brown University of Providence profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

Brown is a leading research university, home to world-renowned faculty and also an innovative educational institution where the curiosity, creativity and intellectual joy of students drives academic excellence. Brown University of Providence is classified as a community development organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1764.

Among community development charities registered in United States: Brown University of Providence's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100 is below the peer average of 90/100. Its annual revenue of $2.2B is well above the peer average of $3M.

Yes, donations to Brown University of Providence are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Brown University of Providence is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 050258809, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

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Annual revenue
$1B+
Source: IRS 990 (FY2023) why this matters
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Filing history

10 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020, FY2019, FY2018, FY2017, FY2016, FY2015, FY2014.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Leadership

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Christina Paxson
VP FINANCE & CFO

Officers & trustees (25)

Source: Public filings

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Alison S R••••••
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Barbara C••••••
EXEC VP OF FIN AND ADMIN
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Barry R•••••••••
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Bernadette A•••••••
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Brian A B•••••••
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FELLOW
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Brickson E D••••••
TRUSTEE
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Carlos L•••••••
TRUSTEE
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Charles H G••••••••
TRUSTEE
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Christina P•••••
PRESIDENT/FELLOW
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David S•••••
PROFESSOR OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
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Denise M••••
TRUSTEE
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Divya M••••
TRUSTEE
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Donna M••••• W••••
TRUSTEE
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Earl E H••• I•
TRUSTEE
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Erica N•••••••
HEAD OF OPERATIONS-INVESTMENTS
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Frayda B L••••••••
TRUSTEE
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Galen V H••••••••
TRUSTEE
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Greg P•••••
TRUSTEE
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Guoqing C•••
TRUSTEE
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Jack E••••
SR VP FOR HEALTH AFFAIRS
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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

From global news sources

Sentiment

Neutral

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

FBI: Brown University shooter’s targets were ‘symbolic in nature’ - WTNH.com
Apr 2026
www.wtnh.com
Brown University | Shooting, Notable Alumni, Ivy League, History, & Facts - Britannica
Apr 2026
www.britannica.com
Brown University students fight to save architecture concentration - The Architect’s Newspaper
Jan 2026
www.archpaper.com
One month after Brown University tragedy, city supports businesses & reviews response - NBC Boston
Jan 2026
www.nbcboston.com
Smiley seeks outside review of city’s response to Brown shooting - WPRI.com
Jan 2026
www.wpri.com
Opinion | I Deserve to Feel Safe Where I Train and Learn - MedPage Today
Jan 2026
www.medpagetoday.com
Inside the chaotic first hours of the Brown University shooting that left 2 dead - NBC News
Dec 2025
www.nbcnews.com
Providence's East Side businesses seek to recover after Brown University shooting - WJAR
Dec 2025
turnto10.com
Friend of Brown University shooter details ‘angry’ behavior: ‘He hated Brown and he hated Providence’ - MassLive
Dec 2025
www.masslive.com
A Reddit post from a homeless man at Brown University helped investigators find mass shooter - Boston Herald
Dec 2025
www.bostonherald.com
Form filed
$1585.7M revenue
FY2023
IRS_990
Form filed
$1790.9M revenue
FY2022
IRS_990
Form filed
$2168.4M revenue
FY2021
IRS_990
Form filed
$1482.8M revenue
FY2020
IRS_990
Form filed
$1590.5M revenue
FY2019
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$1331.6M revenue
FY2018
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$1268.1M revenue
FY2017
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$1105.3M revenue
FY2016
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$1080.4M revenue
FY2015
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$1101.0M revenue
FY2014
PROPUBLICA

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Peer charities

Other community development in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Brown University of Providence This page 61 $2.2 billion -
Alaska Community Development Corp 93 $4.1 million 100%
Community Synergy Inc 90 $258,006 93%
Aspen Sister Cities Program Inc 90 $199,220 89%
Sj5k Foundation 90 $119,706 100%
American Production & Inventory Control Society Northern New … 90 $128,932 68%
El Cajon Rotary Foundation 90 $48,108 82%
Alianza Agricola Inc 90 $230,961 66%
West Bloomington Revitalization Project Corporation 90 $385,893 79%

Sources and verification

Refreshed

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 221 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

GiveRadar combines public registry filings, ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, Charity Navigator, GuideStar, and news archives into a single 0-100 integrity assessment. We don't take a cut of any donation, ever.

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Quick facts about Brown University of Providence

What is Brown University of Providence?
Brown University of Providence is a community development school (170(b)(1)(a)(ii)) based in Providence, United States. Brown is a leading research university, home to world-renowned faculty and also an innovative educational institution where the curiosity, creativity and intellectual joy of students drives academic excellence.
When was Brown University of Providence founded?
Brown University of Providence was founded in 1764.
Who leads Brown University of Providence?
Christina Paxson serves as VP FINANCE & CFO.
Where is Brown University of Providence located?
Headquartered in Providence, United States.
What is Brown University of Providence's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $1B+.
Is Brown University of Providence trustworthy?
Brown University of Providence has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Brown University of Providence's registration number?
IRS EIN: 050258809.
What is Brown University of Providence's website?
http://www.brown.edu