Commonfund is an asset management firm that works with educational institutions, foundations, pension funds, family offices, registered investment advisors, and other institutional investors. Its Outsourced CIO division manages investment programs for nonprofits, while CF Private Equity provides access to private equity investments for nonprofit and for-profit organizations. The Commonfund Institute conducts research and produces data, analytics, and best practices in financial management. The firm operates with an emphasis on investment performance, trust, transparency, and ethical standards.