Promoting abundant housing of all types to stem the affordability crisis.
Housing affordability and availability are defining issues across the United States, shaping who can live where and who has access to opportunity and upward mobility. In high-cost states like Massachusetts, rising prices and limited supply have pushed many young families and skilled workers to leave, threatening long-term economic vitality.
Pioneer’s housing work responds to these challenges in restrictive states like Massachusetts as well as in high-growth states like Florida. We are building an AI-enabled national database of local zoning and environmental regulations—starting here and expanding nationwide by 2027—to identify and remove barriers to new housing. Our research and policy work advance reforms that expand low-cost options such as accessory dwelling units and encourage transit-oriented, mixed-use development. The goal: to retain and attract talent, lower costs, and strengthen opportunity in every community.
Philanthropic support fuels our ability to deliver bold ideas, rigorous research, and real-world impact—advancing solutions that shape policy and strengthen communities.
Think you know which states depend most on Washington? Pioneer’s new Dependency Index may change your mind. Alaska ranks most dependent on federal funds, and Idaho ranks least. Check out where your state ranks here! https://loom.ly/6LMwO0c
