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PolicyEngine Alignment with Open Gov Hub Organizations

Overview

This analysis examines potential alignment between PolicyEngine (a tax and benefit microsimulation tool) and organizations at Open Gov Hub, a coworking space in Washington, DC that PolicyEngine is considering joining. These organizations work in transparency, governance, development, and social justice, creating opportunities for in-person collaboration and partnership.

Alignment Ratings

• 🟢 Strong: Direct alignment with PolicyEngine's core capabilities
• 🟡 Moderate: Some overlap with potential collaboration opportunities
• 🔴 Limited: Minimal direct alignment, though possible intersections

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PBIF Application Review Analysis Summary

PolicyEngine Policy Library Application
Analysis Date: August 8, 2025

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Reviewer Scores Summary

Reviewer	Role	Impact	Tech Feasibility	Responsible AI	Strategic Fit	Scalability	Overall	Recommendation

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PBIF Application Review: PolicyEngine Policy Library

Reviewer: Cassandra Madison, Executive Director, Public Benefit Innovation Fund
Date: August 8, 2025
Application ID: PolicyEngine-Policy-Library-PBIF-2025

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Executive Summary

This application represents an exemplary fit for PBIF funding - addressing systemic barriers to benefit access through innovative AI-powered infrastructure while maintaining strong commitments to responsible development and community impact. The proposal demonstrates deep understanding of the problem space, realistic technical approach, and clear pathways to sustainable impact at scale. Recommend for funding with minor implementation enhancements.

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PBIF Application Review: PolicyEngine Policy Library

Reviewer: Andrew Coy, CEO, Digital Harbor Foundation
Date: August 8, 2025
Application ID: PolicyEngine-Policy-Library-PBIF-2025

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Executive Summary

This application presents a well-structured technical solution to a real problem affecting communities we serve daily. The team understands both the technical challenges and community impact of broken benefit access systems. While the infrastructure approach is sound, the application would benefit from stronger community workforce development components and more explicit pathways for community tech capacity building.