Heron Foundation

Charitable Foundation New York, United States ·Founded 1992

Overview

The Heron Foundation is a philanthropic organization dedicated to empowering individuals and communities to overcome poverty and achieve sustainable prosperity. By investing 100% of its endowment for mission-aligned impact, the foundation has reimagined philanthropy to create lasting change. Focused on rural communities experiencing persistent poverty and systemic challenges, Heron partners with local organizations to provide general operating support grants, enterprise capital grants, and program-related investments. This approach fosters community-driven solutions and strengthens local economies. Under the leadership of President Felecia Lucky, appointed in October 2025, the foundation continues to champion innovative strategies that promote economic mobility and social equity across the United States.

Investment Focus

  • Organizations addressing systemic poverty
  • Community-driven initiatives
  • Projects with potential for sustainable impact

Portfolio Companies

CapShiftThe Reinvestment FundLocal Initiatives Support CorporationEnterprise Community PartnersLow Income Investment FundOpportunity Finance NetworkNational Community Investment FundCommunity Reinvestment FundNational Development CouncilNational Housing TrustNational Trust Community Investment CorporationNational Community Land Trust NetworkNational Coalition for Asian Pacific American Community DevelopmentNational Association for Latino Community Asset BuildersNational Urban LeagueNational Congress of American IndiansNational Association of Black Social WorkersNational Association of Social WorkersNational Association of Social Workers FoundationNational Association of Social Workers Political Action for Candidate Election

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Frequently asked questions about Heron Foundation

What sectors does Heron Foundation invest in?

Heron Foundation invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in New York, United States. Heron Foundation is listed as a charitable foundation in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Heron Foundation invest at?

Heron Foundation backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Growth, Late Stage, Buyout and Turnaround, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.

Which regions does Heron Foundation invest in?

Heron Foundation invests across United States.

What companies has Heron Foundation invested in?

Heron Foundation's portfolio includes CapShift, The Reinvestment Fund, Local Initiatives Support Corporation, Enterprise Community Partners, Low Income Investment Fund, Opportunity Finance Network, National Community Investment Fund and Community Reinvestment Fund.

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