The Heartland Institute

Public Policy OfficesIllinois, United States51-200 Employees

The Heartland Institute is a national nonprofit research and education organization focused on free-market public policy. Based in Arlington Heights, Illinois, it operates as both a think tank and an action-oriented entity, measuring success by tangible real-world impact. Its mission is to identify and promote policy approaches rooted in free-market principles to address social and economic problems. In addition to research and commentary, the institute serves as a conduit between leading free-market writers and thinkers and a network of national and state elected officials.

Positioned within the public policy arena, the institute seeks to advance personal liberty and limited government through its research, education, and policy analysis. Its work targets policymakers and the broader public, aiming to inform debate and influence decision-making. The organization serves a national audience and is increasingly engaged in international policy discussions from its Illinois base. A notable 2023 development includes the release of a report examining ESG scores and their potential impact on liberty and market dynamics.

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