National Priorities Project
Public Policy OfficesMassachusetts, United States2-10 Employees
National Priorities Project is a public policy organization based in Northampton, Massachusetts, focused on making the federal budget understandable and accessible. Its work centers on analyzing and interpreting budget information to help individuals, community groups, policymakers, and the media track how tax dollars are spent and to influence budget decisions. The organization aims to promote an effective and accountable federal government that reflects the values and priorities of Americans, with an emphasis on broad participation in budgeting conversations. Operating within the public policy sector, NPP positions itself as a federal budget research center that seeks a more just and equitable national budget. Its activities are designed to empower people to engage with fiscal issues and to strengthen movements that advocate for democratic budgeting processes. The team is based in Northampton, and the organization has a small staff footprint. A recent development includes partnerships and publications that extend its reach in budget transparency and education.