Who We Are

At the American Heart Investment Grant Committee (AHIG), we empower individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations across the U.S. by investing in transformative ideas, equity-focused innovation, and sustainable community impact.

🎯 Our Mission

Since the 1940s, AHIG has supported visionary changemakers who are committed to ensuring individuals of all backgrounds can lead healthy, productive, and purpose-driven lives. Our mission is to strategically fund projects that drive measurable outcomes in public health, education, social services, and cultural advancement.

🔍 Our Core Focus

Culture – Supporting institutions that use arts and science to inspire and unify communities.
Education – Advancing equity in access to early, secondary, and higher education opportunities.
Health – Expanding access to care and wellness programs for underserved populations.
Social Services – Addressing systemic poverty, food insecurity, and family stability.

🌟 Mission in Action

We invest in outcomes—not just ideas. Whether it’s a scholarship for a first-generation student, a mobile health clinic in rural areas, or job-readiness programs for youth, AHIG is here to make lasting change. Our funding empowers:

Underserved communities
Minority-led startups and nonprofits
First-time grant seekers and grassroots organizations

📈 Our Strategic Approach

AHIG follows a transparent and rigorous grantmaking process:

Online application and documentation review
Committee-led evaluations with expert input
Performance-based reporting and site visits
Ongoing collaboration with awardees

Together, we’re building resilient communities through the power of grants and shared leadership.