At Heron, we think in terms of aggregate impact. That means we examine the collective positive and negative impact of any enterprise on its net contribution to (or detraction from) the world. Learn more about our approach:

New research from @commongoodlabs shows that a small but significant number of American neighborhoods have achieved the urban planner’s holy grail: development without displacement; poverty reduction without dislodging the areas’ residents.

New research from @commongoodlabs shows that a small but significant number of American neighborhoods have achieved the urban planner’s holy grail: development without displacement; poverty reduction without dislodging the areas’ residents.

Meet our partner, the @BlkBeltComFound. Based in Selma, AL, they have been on the frontlines supporting those affected by recent tornadoes and they remain committed to helping the community rebuild, every step of the way. Find out more on how you can help:

At Heron, we honor community wisdom.

Conscious portfolio construction is an approach Heron takes seriously. We ensure our portfolio aligns with our values and complies with our fiduciary responsibility to mission. Read more about our process:

Our partners at Black Belt Community Foundation are working to transform the region by helping individuals, families, and organizations give back to their community. Read more about their work:

As we head into the new year, Heron continues to embrace change and evolve, while remaining ever-focused on our mission. Cheers to 2023!

At Heron, we believe the fiduciary responsibilities of all philanthropic institutions mean that we have both a duty of obedience to our specific mission, and a duty of obedience to a larger public purpose. CC: @InsidePhilanthr

“As Heron enters a new season of deep place-based partnership, my decision to pass the torch is rooted firmly in this spirit of generative change, and I cannot wait to watch the seeds of Heron’s work in recent years grow and bear fruit in the years ahead.” —@TheDanaBuzz

Today, with bittersweet emotions, Heron announces that @TheDanaBuzz, will depart her role at the end of 2022. “Dana has been a visionary leader for Heron, and we are extremely grateful for her tireless work and boundless passion.” Read more here:

Our traditional investment models are often disenfranchising the very people and places we hope to strengthen. At Heron, we're daring to change that.

At Heron we are championing people, places, and enterprises who challenge broken conventions and dare to change. Read more about what we do:

ICYMI: Our President, @TheDanaBuzz, wrote a piece on optimizing assets for a mission. Read it here:

Heron’s clarion call is to continue to challenge ourselves to do better, to be bolder, to view risks from non-traditional lenses, and to just keep moving forward. CC: @BizofGive

One of our partners is Partners for Rural Transformation. @PfRTorg is beautifully telling the overlooked stories of rural America.

“At its core, Heron is about empowering people and institutions. We empower collections of people because it’s fundamental to the success of our society.” – Heron Board Chair

At Heron, we champion the people, places and enterprises who challenge broken conventions and dare to change. Read more about our approach in this honest analysis by Heron’s President:

Earlier this month, we partnered with TILT Investments on a strategic repositioning of the U.S. Community Investing Index to ensure its growth and development in the years ahead. Read more: