TD Bank Unexpectedly Local – Heritage Foods – ABC7 New York

As one of the 10 largest banks in the U.S., TD Bank is proud to serve over 10 million customers – from individuals to small businesses and commercial enterprises – along the East Coast from Maine to Florida. Among them is a business with a bold mission and deep respect for tradition: Brooklyn-based Heritage Foods.

Founded in 2001, Heritage Foods is a mail-order and wholesale company with a purpose – to protect endangered livestock breeds from extinction. Their philosophy is simple but powerful: by supporting biodiversity in farming, we safeguard the future of our food system.

Heritage Foods offers humanely raised, 100% heritage breed meats – including pork, turkey, lamb, chicken, duck, and more – delivered directly to doorsteps across America. Their partner farmers use traditional farming techniques, raising animals outdoors, on-pasture, without antibiotics or growth hormones. The result? Exceptional flavor, remarkable texture, and a product that supports ethical, sustainable food systems.

But running a mission-driven business requires more than passion – it takes strategic support. Over the years, TD Bank has been a trusted resource to Heritage Foods, providing solutions that helped them grow, plan, and protect their business. From fraud protection to capital funding, and even succession and estate planning, TD has supported the company every step of the way.

Together, TD Bank and Heritage Foods have helped elevate small, local farms by bringing attention to sustainable agriculture and offering consumers a more thoughtful food choice. The collaboration exemplifies how strong banking relationships empower small businesses to thrive – and give back to their communities.

Heritage Foods co-founder Patrick Martins has been a passionate advocate within the NYC food ecosystem, encouraging others to build purpose-led businesses and recognizing TD Bank as a supportive force in that journey.

At its core, Heritage Foods is about preservation – of breeds, of traditions, and of flavor. TD Bank is proud to stand beside them in their pursuit of a better, more sustainable food future.

Watch TD Bank’s Unexpectedly Local video to get the full story on the Brooklyn-based Heritage breeds stockyard.