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    Our Work

    Real Housing Reform Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on public education and research around housing and land-use policy.
    We provide accessible data, public records analysis, and educational resources that help residents, policymakers, and journalists make informed decisions about housing affordability and community development.

    Our work includes:

    • Research and analysis of housing policy, budgets, and planning documents.

    • Educational outreach through reports, media content, and public presentations.

    • Transparency initiatives that make local data understandable and accessible to everyone.

    • Community collaboration with homeowners, renters, and civic groups working toward sustainable, attainable homeownership.

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    What We Do

    Our Journey

    Helping take the complicated and make sense

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    Research & Public Analysis

    We analyze planning documents, budgets, zoning changes, impact fees, and housing data to reveal how public decisions influence housing costs and availability.

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    Community Education

    We translate complex land-use and housing topics into clear, accessible resources—guides, reports, infographics, and presentations for the public.

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    Policy Transparancy Tools

    Through public records research and data visualization, we help communities see how local government actions affect housing supply and affordability.

     

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    Special Focus Aeras
    • Washington State land-use laws (GMA and related frameworks)
    • Local zoning, permitting, and fee structures
    • Middle Housing Policy impacts
    • Home ownership pathways and affordability barriers
    Who We Are

    Our Nonprofit Status

    Real Housing Reform Initiative (RHRI) is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to research, education, and public outreach on housing policy and affordability.

    IRS Determination: Granted November 21, 2025

    Effective Date of Exemption: September 3, 2025

    EIN: 39-4829821

    Public Charity Status: 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) (publicly supported educational organization)

    All contributions made to RHRI on or after our effective date are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

    Donor Deductibility

    The IRS has confirmed that donors may deduct contributions to RHRI under Internal Revenue Code Sections 170, 2055, 2106, and 2522. Contributions may include:

    • Monetary donations

    • Bequests and wills

    • Charitable trusts

    • Stock or non-cash gifts

    • Transfers and devises

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    If you would like a copy of our IRS determination letter for your records, please contact us at info@realhousingreform.org.
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