Tax Foundation

The Tax Foundation, established in 1937 by a group of businessmen in Washington, D.C., is a global research think tank focused on monitoring government tax and spending policies. It gathers data and conducts studies on tax policies across the U.S., aiming to foster economic growth and opportunity through its research and educational efforts. As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit, it focuses on federal, state, and global tax policies, and is renowned for its annual publications like the State Business Tax Climate Index, International Tax Competitiveness Index, and the comprehensive state-by-state comparison, Facts & Figures. The organization's mission centers on enhancing lives via insightful tax policy research and education.