The Heritage Foundation is an American public policy think tank founded in 1973 in Washington, D.C. It is widely regarded as one of the most influential conservative research organisations in the United States, formulating and promoting policy proposals on issues including education, border security, government spending, and social policy.
The organisation employs more than 100 policy experts and maintains a network of approximately 500,000 members and 10 million supporters. Its stated mission centres on advancing principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, traditional American values, and a strong national defence. Heritage Action for America, its affiliated advocacy arm, works to mobilise citizens and translate policy research into legislative outcomes.
The Heritage Foundation's work spans public policy research, analysis, and advocacy. It describes itself as focused on restoring constitutional principles and returning governing power to citizens, positioning its research output as a driver of conservative policy change at the federal level.
