GiveBetter x Boston

GiveBetter x Boston Research

Estimated dollars per better life in Boston (10 QALYs).

Sorted by modeled cost, not recommendation strength. These are uncertain research estimates, not verified donation offers. Cost boundaries differ; see each report before comparing.

Our giving shortlist · All cities and regions

Research reports are being prepared for this edition.

Research progress

100/100 candidates screened · 0/25 initial reports · 0/10 in-depth reviews.

Which places count?

Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH. We use the Census/OMB July 2023 metropolitan statistical area, including these counties:

  • Norfolk County, Massachusetts
  • Plymouth County, Massachusetts
  • Suffolk County, Massachusetts
  • Essex County, Massachusetts
  • Middlesex County, Massachusetts
  • Rockingham County, New Hampshire
  • Strafford County, New Hampshire

Official geographic definitions