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BIRD Foundation
The BIRD Foundation was established in 1977 by the U.S. and Israeli governments. Jaron Lotan holds the role of Executive Director. Its mandate centers on...
BIRD Foundation
The BIRD Foundation was established in 1977 by the U.S. and Israeli governments. Jaron Lotan holds the role of Executive Director. Its mandate centers on binational industrial R&D that delivers commercial outcomes for both countries. The foundation supplies non-dilutive funding and matchmaking services for joint projects. Capital supports work in software, cybersecurity, and energy technologies. Geographic reach covers Israel and multiple U.S. states through offices in New Jersey, California, and Texas. Related vehicles include BIRD Cyber, BIRD Energy, and BIRD HLS. The organization maintains an estimated $110 million under management. It operates additional offices in the United States and holds memberships in Israel Advanced Technology Industries and the Israel-America Chamber of Commerce. No dated operational events from the last 24 months appear in available records. Government board representation from the U.S. Department of Commerce and Israel Ministry of Economy and Industry creates a distinct sourcing and approval process tied directly to public mandates rather than private LP commitments.
General information
Firm type
Endowment / Foundation
Year founded
1977
Location
Region
Middle East
Country
Israel
City
Tel Aviv
Corporate office
Kiryat Atidim, Building 4, PO Box 58030, Tel Aviv 6158001, Israel
Additional offices
New Jersey, USA · California, USA · Texas, USA
Principals
Jaron Lotan
Executive Director
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at BIRD Foundation?
Jaron Lotan serves as Executive Director. The board includes representatives from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Israel Ministry of Economy and Industry, and Israel Innovation Authority.
How does BIRD Foundation source proprietary deal flow?
The foundation uses government channels and industry associations such as Israel Advanced Technology Industries to identify U.S. and Israeli company pairs for joint R&D.
Does BIRD Foundation participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
It provides direct non-dilutive grants to specific joint R&D projects rather than committing to external funds.
What is BIRD Foundation's known posture on co-investments alongside external GPs?
It does not invest alongside external GPs. Capital flows only through approved binational company projects.
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