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Barr Foundation

Barr Foundation

Boston, Massachusettsbarrfoundation.org

Overview

The Barr Foundation is a private foundation that invests in human, natural, and creative potential, with core programs in Arts & Creativity, Climate, and Education.

Year Founded

1987

Portfolio Companies

5

Investments

Barr Foundation investments
CompanyDateStageLead
Ashmi HealthJul 2024GrantCo-investor
ModalityJul 2024GrantCo-investor
Venova Technologies, Inc.-AcceleratorCo-investor
RenavestMay 2023AcceleratorCo-investor
Care HeroOct 2025GrantCo-investor

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Investment Activity

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2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026

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FAQ

Where is Barr Foundation based?

Barr Foundation is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.

When was Barr Foundation founded?

Barr Foundation was founded in 1987.

How many portfolio companies does Barr Foundation have?

Barr Foundation has 5 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.

What are some companies in Barr Foundation's portfolio?

Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Ashmi Health, Modality, Venova Technologies, Inc., Renavest, Care Hero.

What was Barr Foundation's most recent investment shown here?

Barr Foundation's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Care Hero in 2025.

What sectors does Barr Foundation focus on?

Barr Foundation focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, FinTech, Enterprise Software, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software.

What company stages does Barr Foundation focus on?

Stage focus information for Barr Foundation is not publicly available.

Firmographic Details

HeadquartersBoston, Massachusetts
Year Founded1987

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